I visited my brother and sis-in-law (SQUIRREL) in Santa Monica for T-Day this year. We went to a restaurant Friday night at Loews Hotel downtown. I ordered a “chef’s special” lasagna. After one mildly successful attempt, this is my adapted interpretation. Assembly is the hardest part. Make sure that the most structurally sound veg pieces…
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creme fraiche mashed potatoes
2023 Update: I had no idea how common this was. Sometimes the basics are best! Peel potatoes and place in a large pot of water. Boil over medium heat until the potatoes are soft then drain. Mash the potatoes then add the butter, crème fraiche, and pepper. Sprinkle finely chopped chives as garnish.
morel cream sauce
2023 Update: JFC. And I wonder why I’m overweight! Morel’s are delish but a pain to acquire these days. If you are the scavenger type then check this www site. This is one that I had at some restaurant years ago. It was served over fettuccine as a side dish. Pricey side dish. In a…
artichoke stuffed with brie with whole grain mustard sauce
2023 Update: My first post! This was a nice dinner with then wife Lynne. This appetizer was so damn good, we asked for the recipe. No problem! It’s been replicated; yup – awesome. I looked up Bistro 110 and it appears they closed in 2011. Here’s the article I found. It also appears that Chef…