TIP OF THE DAY: Truffled Scrambled Eggs

[1] If you have to ask, you can’t afford it: a bounty of white truffle shaved onto scrambled eggs (photo © George Guarino | Eataly | Chicago. [2] The affordable version (photo © Saveur, along with their recipe to make perfect scrambled eggs).   For the wealthy gourmet, there are truffled scrambled eggs that consist…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Circular Plating, Trending With Chefs

Often, what makes the familiar exciting again is presentation. We love this circular plating trend, exemplified by these three salads and a main course. You can use the technique for any course that goes onto a plate. For the past couple of years, we’ve noticed the trend creeping up among creative restaurant chefs. It’s not…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Mashed Potato Bar

[1] Who can resist a mashed potato bar (photo courtesy Betty Crocker)? [2] Use whatever dishes you have for the toppings. They don’t have to match (photo courtesy Hormel Foods).[3] If your guests can cope with glass, use your Margarita and Martini glasses (photo courtesy Hormel Foods). [4] Keep the potatoes warm in a slow…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Gluten-Free Quiche With A Potato Crust Of Hash Browns

[1] Sausage and caramelized onion quiche with a gluten-free crust of hash brown potatoes (photo © Idaho Potato Commission). [2] Idaho red potatoes (photo © Idaho Potato Commission). [3] Caramelized onions (photo © Pompeian | Facebook).   May 20th was National National Quiche Lorraine Day. We make a quiche every year, to celebrate the holiday.…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Make Stocks & Soups From Trimmings

[1] Lots of trimming to come (photo courtesy True Food Kitchen). [2] Stock, ready to use or freeze—or season it and enjoy a cup of broth (photo courtesy Good Eggs). [3] Plan B: Instead of stock, turn those trimmings into a purée of vegetable soup (photo courtesy Botanica | LA).   When we were quite…
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