Herbes de Provence is a general term for a variety of herbs that can include oregano, thyme, savory, rosemary and lavender (not always included). It is to be used in cooking and not as a finishing herb and can be adapted to taste with your preferences. It is not to be mistaken for fines herbes … Continue reading
I get regular emails full of recipes using Fustini’s vinegars and oils. I have made a few including West Michigan Blueberry Chicken Salad and Lavender Balsamic Strawberries with Mascarpone Cream and Turkey Tetrazzini. When I lived in Ann Arbor I shopped at their store all of the time but now that I have moved further … Continue reading
Using leftover turkey from Thanksgiving dinner has many possibilities besides making sandwiches. I looked at a few recipes for Turkey Tetrazzini and this version is “lighter” than others. Even though it was lower in fat due to the chicken broth this recipe was just delicious. It can be made to taste; any long noodle, choice … Continue reading
I am fortunate to have a store near me that sells all kinds of vinegars/oils/cookbooks/gifts, classes and lots of recipes using their products. As mentioned in another post I am very fond of the flavored balsamic vinegars. Fustini’s sells so many varieties and you can buy them in 60 ml, 200 ml and 375 ml … Continue reading
Finally I made a recipe using pears and it’s a good one too. It’s easy to make and with just a few ingredients which include a delicious Cinnamon Pear Balsamic Vinegar and fresh herbs. Yes, it’s early November and I can still pick my thyme and sage. It got up to 78 on November 1st … Continue reading