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Garlic Goodness Soup

Thu, 08 Nov 2007 13:20:13 +0100

Boil then simmer 5 cups of water, 1 large head of garlic (cloved, peeled and smashed), some thyme sprigs, a bay leaf and some salt for 45 minutes. Then remove the herbs, and strain the mixture. Whisk together 5 egg yolks, 3/4 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano and 3 tblsp. of olive oil.…

Crispy, Buttery, Heavenly Roasted Chicken

Wed, 07 Nov 2007 12:11:08 +0100

You've heard the best things in life are free, but I think the best things in life are easy. Set your oven to 400. Rinse a thawed chicken and pat it dry. Generously salt and pepper the cavity of the bird, as well as the outside (top, bottom and all…

Elegant Caramelized Onion Pizza

Thu, 11 Oct 2007 07:50:45 +0100

I love all the food pics I take for Blake Makes, but every now and then, some of the food really strikes a pose. Last night’s dinner looked so good in front of the camera, we’re in talks with Vogue for next month’s cover. We made Caramelized Onion Pizza. It…

Blender Hollandaise

Wed, 10 Oct 2007 17:59:18 +0100

Setup: I make this hollandaise in a blender. I setup my blender right next to my range top. This way, I can ladle (I use a small gravy ladle) the butter into the blender without making a huge mess. Plus, keeping the butter hot (boiling) will ensure that the egg…

Red Beans & Rice (New Orleans)

Fri, 21 Sep 2007 07:11:11 +0100

Bridget used to be known for her homemade red beans and rice. This is New Orleans, and every Monday we citizens clamor for a nice steamy bowl of the good stuff. Today’s not Monday, but we were really craving red beans, so here we are. About a year ago we…

OMG Meatballs with Spaghetti (if you must)

Fri, 14 Sep 2007 21:47:26 +0100

These spaghetti and meatballs will make you weep. The meat mixture is superb, but the sauce is what makes it. It’s deep. Taste it and you’ll swear you’re in the Godfather movie. Fry the meat balls in 1/4 inch of an olive and vegetable oil mixture over medium high meat.…