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Tried and True: Pumpkin Goat Cheese Risotto

December 13, 2011 By Aly Leave a Comment

I have a habit of thinking some recipes are overcomplicated and tend to think "I can never make that" even though it might be somewhat simple. Risotto is one of those recipes. I have seen it made time and time again on various shows and never had the urge to try it until I saw this Pumpkin Goat Cheese Risotto recipe from Giada de Laurentiis and decided to give it a whirl. For the record, the most effort is stirring the rice constantly. I have a habit of making "crispy toasty rice" and not in … [Read more...]

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It’s All About The Stuffing – Ciabatta Chestnut Stuffing That Is

December 7, 2011 By Aly 4 Comments

Holiday time always meant that when I visited my Bampa's house, there was a strong likelihood that in addition to the typical stuffing you might find, overflowing with celery, onions, raisins, etc., there would be a small dish of chestnut stuffing for those that might enjoy it. Now, I was a snotty little kid who liked all things processed – Cool Whip, Stove Top and god knows what else and, if I had a time machine, I would go back in time and tell my Bampa I was sorry for not appreciating his … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cooking In Stilettos, From Bampas Kitchen, Tried and True Recipes Tagged With: Cooking in Stilettos, From Bampas Kitchen, Giada de Laurentiis, Holiday, Recipe, Tried and True Recipes

Tried and True: Creamy Cheesy Corn Polenta

October 27, 2011 By Aly 3 Comments

Remember that Short Rib Chili I yammered on about earlier this week - well, the one side that you must try - at least once in your lifetime - is this Creamy Cheesy Corn Polenta. In my house, short ribs are often served with polenta. It's quick, easy and with the right additions, is so much better than potatoes. Don't get me wrong, I adore a good mashed potato (I am Irish after all) but polenta just has that chic unexpected vibe. When I was looking at Giada's short rib and polenta recipe from … [Read more...]

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Tried and True: Short Rib Chili

October 24, 2011 By Aly 5 Comments

When I'm looking for comfort food, one of the first things that comes to mind is short ribs. As I joked this weekend, when people are prepping for hurricanes and blizzards and stocking up on eggs, milk and bread, I'm looking for shortribs and other fab ingredients for the slow cooker. Recently, after a fabulous Philly Food & Drink Writers meetup at Daniel Stern's R2L with Philly Homegrown and La Phemme Phoodie, I ventured down to the Philadelphia's 9th Street Italian Market for a little … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cooking In Stilettos, Tried and True Recipes Tagged With: Chili, Comfort Food, Giada de Laurentiis, Recipes, Tried and True Recipes

Fall Flavors -Beef and Butternut Squash Stew

October 10, 2011 By Aly 2 Comments

Not only is Fall my favorite fashion season, but it's also my favorite season for cooking and entertaining. I am a sucker for all things butternut squash, pumpkin, short ribs, stews, and other various comfort dishes. This weekend, I decided to play with one of Giada de Laurentiis' recipes for Beef and Butternut Squash Stew. I added some red pepper flakes for a bit of heat which played nicely with sweetness from the squash. Another change I made is to omit the Marsala wine as I never seem to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cooking In Stilettos, Tried and True Recipes Tagged With: Comfort Food, Cooking in Stilettos, Food Network, Giada de Laurentiis, Recipe, Stew, Tried and True Recipes

Tried and True: Short Rib Lasagna Rolls

June 24, 2011 By Aly 3 Comments

Often when one thinks of short ribs, the images of cold blustery days and a slow cooker simmering come to mind. However, when I heard Giada de Laurentiis do a variation of her lasagna rolls with Short Ribs, my ears perked up and I ran to FoodNetwork.com quicker than my bumbling fingers could type. I haven't made short ribs in some time - mostly because the Sous Pug adores them and they are on his "can't have anymore under pain of death" list. As it is, the pug knows when they are simmering away … [Read more...]

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10 Fave Tried and True Recipes

June 2, 2011 By Aly 3 Comments

Where did the time go? It seems like it was just yesterday I was chatting with everyone but with Wiggs' medical drama, it took it's toll on not only him, but also moi and my writing. Good thing the SousPug finally got a clean bill of health from the vet and he is healing up nicely. I was chatting with SL and told him my predicament – namely I have been cooking way more for the SousPug than for me – Wiggs is on a home cooked specialty diet and I'm eating take-out. How does that … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Tried and True Recipes Tagged With: Anne Thornton, Brunch, Candice Kumai, Entertaining, Entree, Giada de Laurentiis, Recipe, Sous Pug, Sunny Anderson, Tried & True, Tried and True Recipes

Cookie Madness – Oatmeal Cherry Chocolate Chunk Cookies

December 19, 2010 By Aly 2 Comments

This weekend saw a plethora of baking in this household. On the agenda, Pumpkin Seed Cherry Trail Mix, Mexican Chocolate Cookies, pumpkin harvest bread, Captain Morgan Chocolate Chip Cookies and, the piece de resistance, Oatmeal Cherry Chocolate Chunk Cookies. This was adapted from a recent recipe of Giada de Laurentiis. I like cranberries as much as the next person but since I recently stocked up on dried cherries, I figured I'd do a little switcharoo. And, just to add a nice touch, … [Read more...]

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10 Commandments To Remember When Attending NYC Wine and Food Festival

October 12, 2010 By Aly 6 Comments

As this was my first New York City Wine & Food Festival, I went into this sorta green. I have attended SOBE before but this was in the Big Apple, home of all things Food Network. Now that I'm slowly marinating on all that took place, here are a few helpful hints for those planning on attending NYCWFF next year... 1. Forget the cute stiletto-esque boots and be reasonable - wear flats. See, I wore these 4" fab military boots that I wear often around Philly- they are super comfy (at … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Traveling in Stilettos Tagged With: Bobby Flay, Celebrity Chefs, Culinary Events, Food Network, Giada de Laurentiis, New York City Food & Wine, Rachael Ray, Random Mess, South Beach Food & Wine, Sunny Anderson, Tips and Techniques, Travel, Traveling in Stilettos

Lasagna Made Chic

September 23, 2010 By Aly 2 Comments

One of the first recipes I ever made when I was young was lasagna. What I remember most about making lasagna was it's complexity. Sure, I used pre-made sauce but it was that lasagna assembly that taught me that I could improvise – with spices. I guess you could compare me to a mad scientist, hovering over the stove adding a pinch of this, a pinch of that and the sauce always turned out well. However, no matter how you cut it, the slice of lasagna would just not look chic on a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cooking In Stilettos, Pasta, Tried and True Recipes Tagged With: Food Network, Giada de Laurentiis, Pasta, Recipe, Tried & True

Tried and True: Pumpkin Goat Cheese Risotto

It’s All About The Stuffing – Ciabatta Chestnut Stuffing That Is

Tried and True: Creamy Cheesy Corn Polenta

Tried and True: Short Rib Chili

Fall Flavors -Beef and Butternut Squash Stew

Tried and True: Short Rib Lasagna Rolls

10 Fave Tried and True Recipes

Cookie Madness – Oatmeal Cherry Chocolate Chunk Cookies

10 Commandments To Remember When Attending NYC Wine and Food Festival

Lasagna Made Chic

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