by Matthew Robinson | Jul 13, 2015
Blackberry Pie In A Mufin Tin Did I tell you how much I like pie? I do. I really do. I like nice big slices of pie. I also like little hand pies. It must have been all those Hostess Fruit Pie commercials with Fruit Pie the Magician. With his top hat, cape and wand, he...
by Matthew Robinson | Jul 10, 2015
How To Make Pie Crust When I think about pie it makes me happy. Pie moves me. Pie, of all the desserts, evokes a certain joy. What I like most about pie is that it comes in so many flavors – fruit pies, cream pies, merengue pies, even nut pies. I like them all....
by Matthew Robinson | Apr 20, 2015
Steamed Tofu and Vegetables I don’t care what anyone says. I like tofu. I always have. I think it is simply because I have had tofu that was prepared well – often crispy, but always well seasoned and full of flavor. Whether it be tofu and green peppercorn...
by Matthew Robinson | Mar 30, 2015
Pot au Feu As discussed before, successful braising is the pinnacle of cooking. Perhaps the most classic stove top braise is a Pot au Feu – gently braised meats and vegetables, served with pungent sauces and salty items, eaten family style. It is classic peasant...
by Matthew Robinson | Mar 16, 2015
Herbed Chicken Schnitzel I love a good schnitzel! Tender inside, crunchy outside! I dream about schnitzels so big that it almost hangs over the plate! I had one that big once in Switzerland! Mmmm….I remember it fondly. I am not picky about my schnitzel meat...