Ume Almonds

Ume Almonds

This isn’t as stupid-simple as the smoked salmon and potato chip so-called recipe, but it’s pretty damn close. I learned about these tasty nuts back in 2005 at The School of Natural Cookery in Boulder. Like most everything I make, I go in phases of loving 

Stupid Salmon Appetizer

Stupid Salmon Appetizer

This really shouldn’t even be classified as a recipe, but…a few years ago I went over to fellow mommy’s house to help plan yet another painful school fundraiser (a job hazard when you’re a professional fundraiser — everyone wants you on their Fundraising Committee). You know 

Roasted Artichoke and Spinach Bake

Roasted Artichoke and Spinach Bake

This is my new favorite recipe. It’s everything I love — a lot of artichoke hearts, a bunch of spinach, a little Parmesan and even smaller amount of egg. I adapted this recipe from the now-out-of-print cookbook, My Love for Naples. This is one of 

Socca (also known as Farinata)

Socca (also known as Farinata)

This is my go-to flatbread when I’m entertaining or wanting to cut back a little on gluten. It’s super simple and most everyone loves it. Oftentimes I make it without the rosemary because either I simply forget (thank you, menopause) or our rosemary plant is dead (more often the case). Either way, it’s delicious. This is a common appetizer served in the south of France (Socca), as well as in northern Italy (Faranita).