Well - I've been meaning to write and post this for a VERY long time - finally got around to putting the post together.... I had an incredible experience during my trip to New York City for the International Association of Culinary Professionals conference back in April. When I came back, the quest was on to recreate the taste and…
It's been a great summer so far - I've already been able to get some great local peaches (early crop) and strawberries. In the "Taste of Summer" class I taught last Saturday, we made a Strawberry Peach Salsa that was great with chips and would also be great as a "sauce" over grilled pork chops. We often think of salsas…
One thing I enjoy about being part of the IACP (International Association of Culinary Professionals) is attending the annual conference and meeting a variety of authors and chefs from around the country. (This is a bit convoluted, so stay with me.....). One of the friends I have met through the IACP is Nancie Mc Dermott. I didn't realize what a…
Sometimes I like to have something smoked, but don't want to go to the hassle of breaking out the big smoker, get everything set up and then cook it. This is especially true when I want to cook smaller amounts or food that doesn't take long to cook. Many years ago, I discovered the “stovetop smoker.” “Stovetop” is a bit…