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Dover Sole Duglere

In Fish, Main Course On June 14, 2013 0 Comments

“Filet of Sole, poached in white wine, mushrooms, tomatoes and shallots finished with a tarragon infused fish veloute sauce” is how this dish was described to me bv… Read More »

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Chicken with Citrus Butter Sauce

In Chicken/Poultry On June 6, 2013 0 Comments

Pan sauce chicken is a weeknight staple in the McGoldberg Treehouse. Slowly cooking chicken in a rich citrus sauce is pretty hard not to knock-out-of-the-park every single time…. Read More »

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David Lebovitz’s 5-Star Chocolate Sorbet

In Dessert On May 27, 2013 0 Comments

I don’t make a whole lot of desserts, particularly ice creams because of the often high fat content. (and my inability to have just a little) Despite having… Read More »

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Captain Adorable’s Bacon & Egg Muffins

In Main Course On May 13, 2013 0 Comments

This past weekend my Mom was in town, and my friends Rick and Kevin (aka, Captain Adorable) treated her to a brunch at their beautiful East Bay home. … Read More »

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Roasted Chicken with Citrus, Rosemary & Fresh Garlic

In Chicken/Poultry, Main Course On May 4, 2013 0 Comments

Few things say comfort food like roasted chicken. This is a quick and easy way to get that slow roasted citrus chicken flavor but in a whole lot… Read More »

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Asparagus, Melon & Crispy Prosciutto Salad

In Main Course On April 29, 2013 0 Comments

I originally saw this on Food Network with Giada Delaurentis, and I have to be honest – not all of her recipes have been “knock’em out of the… Read More »

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Bowtie Pasta with Creamy Leeks and Pancetta

In Main Course On April 10, 2013 0 Comments

This meal took about fifteen minutes to make. It was so easy. But more than that, it was absolutely delicious. And now for the truth: I am a… Read More »

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Wild Mushroom Risotto

In Main Course On March 20, 2013 0 Comments

Few dishes are the “zen” of cooking like risotto for me. Risotto takes patience, and the perfect blend of flavors. I had an evening free tonight and broke… Read More »

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Maple Brine Pork Chops with Roasted Pear Chutney

In Main Course, Pork On March 2, 2013 0 Comments

Pork Chops used to slay me in the kitchen – until I learned brining. Today – I’m brining pork chops in kosher salt, maple syrup, dijon mustard, hot… Read More »

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California Salad Nicoise

In Main Course On March 2, 2013 0 Comments

Salad Nicoise is such a simple and fun dish. and most of the components can be made ahead of time, since it’s a cold salad. Neither the hubby… Read More »