Ricotta “Vegetable Carpaccio”

This appetizer was served at a recent Zingerman Bakehouse demonstration/participation cooking class and was a favorite with everyone. Baguette slices were lightly toasted, ricotta was generously spread on each piece and topped with veggies which were lightly marinated. Some of the recipes the students made and others like this recipe the instructor  made, but we … Continue reading

Brodo di Reggiano (Parmesan Broth) Three Ways

I have always used my Parmesan rinds in soups such as minestrone or added some to a stew. I don’t think I ever made a broth until a few years ago when Liz from spades, spatulas and spoons shared a few posts on her blog on what to do with the rinds of Parmesan. I … Continue reading