Before you object to this saying that oven baked fries are limp and overcooked . I had struggled with the soggy mess syndrome until I learned I a little trick. This is to lightly coat the fries with cornstarch . As you can see above, the potatoes will reduce in size. However you result … Continue reading
Nothing seems to represent classic French cooking like chocolate mousse. The egg whites produce a light and airy mousse. The coffee also helps deepen the chocolate flavor. The recipe calls for Grand Marnier however this can easily be left out. Enjoy! Mousseline Au Chocolate Ingredients 4 egg yolks 3/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup orange liqueur … Continue reading
I have found that the barley does take slightly longer than arborio. It also yields a bit chewier texture, however if you like your risotto “al dente” it is quite similar. I add the parmesan at the end just to add the extra creaminess and I figure a little cheese isn’t going to kill me. … Continue reading
The scallops were perfectly light. I served them with lemony white beans and sauteed spinach. Seared Scallops with Tarragon Burre Blanc Serves 8 Ingredients 2 pounds sea scallops 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 1/4 pounds sea scallops 1/3 cup white wine vinegar 1/3 cup white wine 3 tablespoons minced shallot 3/4 cup butter, … Continue reading
The curd is really simple quick and simple to make. If you can’t find rosewater, don’t worry about it. I honestly think the flavor is lost and just doesn’t add that much. On the other hand, the recipe presents straining the curd as an option; I think that this quite imperative. The peach curd … Continue reading
I honestly thought the flavors worked very well together. The peach flavor was very subtle and paired well with the sweetness of the champagne and cream and the bright earthiness of the thyme. Don’t forget to compare with Jen’s Recipe! Here’s the link. Let me know what you think! This recipe is from 101 Cookbooks … Continue reading
I am a pretty lucky 14 year old. As my Middle School graduation present I had lunch with my mom at the French Laundry. Pretty typical present for a 8th grader! About a month ago when I knew about our trip to San Francisco, I began calling the French Laundry about the possibility of a … Continue reading
A High School Foodie 