http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 06:05:10 -0700 Wed, 29 Apr 2009 12:06:44 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m4d29-Frittata?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner What I love about a Frittata is the ease of preparation and the satisfaction of a filling meal. In our home this would be like the American Macaroni and Cheese. A quick fix when mom and dad have other places to be, but also a Frittata is a very cost ... Vegetables Cheese Eggs Wed, 29 Apr 2009 12:06:44 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m4d29-Frittata?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m4d28-Cocoa-Pizzelles?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner Photo By Laurie Vengoechea DMCMy friend Gina and I must think alike..because when both of us are asked to bring a dessert to a get together we both show up with a tray of Pizzelle cookies. It is the typical quintessential Italian treat that looks won... Italian Desserts Cookies Tue, 28 Apr 2009 10:56:32 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m4d28-Cocoa-Pizzelles?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m4d25-Chicken-and-Walnuts-Encased-in-Puff-Pastry-with-a-Basil-Fontina-Cream-Sauce?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner This dish was simply satisfying! Simple because I used ingredients that I had on hand and a frozen puff pastry packet that was waiting to be used. Satisfying because of the "meaty" ingredients including chicken, walnuts, cheese and a rich s... Chicken Spring Recipes Sat, 25 Apr 2009 12:36:02 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m4d25-Chicken-and-Walnuts-Encased-in-Puff-Pastry-with-a-Basil-Fontina-Cream-Sauce?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m4d24-Pistachio-Pepper-Encrusted-Rib-Eye-Steak?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner A few years ago when our nest wasn't quite so full, my husband and I frequented a wonderful barbecue house that served only steak, salad and potatoes. It was right on the main strip down by the beach.. and busy.. you would think no one could make the... The Great Recession Fri, 24 Apr 2009 16:03:36 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m4d24-Pistachio-Pepper-Encrusted-Rib-Eye-Steak?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m4d17-Spring-Greens-with-Candied-Walnuts-Sauteed-Pears-Gorgonzola-and-a-Raspberry-Pomegranate-Glaze?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner The Poached Pears, Candied Walnut and Gorgonzola Salad is my all time favorite! I was first introduced to this yummy delicacy a few years ago at my favorite Italian restaurant here in Temecula,"Gourmet Italia". So it's no wonder I make it f... Spring Recipes Salads Fri, 17 Apr 2009 11:17:31 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m4d17-Spring-Greens-with-Candied-Walnuts-Sauteed-Pears-Gorgonzola-and-a-Raspberry-Pomegranate-Glaze?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m4d10-Easter-Dinner-Sage-Peppered-Prime-Rib-with-Sage-Madeira-Gravy?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner Sage Peppered Prime Rib with a Sage Madeira GravyThis roast is so easy to prepare, trimming some of the fat and dressing it with fresh herbs and spices make such simple preparations. I usually sit my roast on vegetables to infuse more aromatic flavo... Beef Easter Recipes Fri, 10 Apr 2009 11:35:15 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m4d10-Easter-Dinner-Sage-Peppered-Prime-Rib-with-Sage-Madeira-Gravy?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m4d9-Easter-Side-Dishes-Sauteed-Mushrooms-in-White-Wine?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner Sometimes with the hustle and bustle of preparing holiday meals it's nice to have a few side dishes that take little time and preparation. The next couple of recipes I would like to share are just that, simple but sensational and go wonderfully with... Vegetables Easter Recipes Thu, 09 Apr 2009 15:20:29 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m4d9-Easter-Side-Dishes-Sauteed-Mushrooms-in-White-Wine?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m4d9-Easter-Desserts-Pineapple-Rum-Cake-with-a-Pineapple-Banana-Macadamia-Nut-Crust?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner Photo courtesy Quaker and FoodbuzzI'm really exited and here's why! I entered a recipe contest with one of Foodbuzz's Sponsors, "Quaker Oats", and I won! The recipe requirement was to create a dish utilizing an ingredient from one of Q... Desserts Thu, 09 Apr 2009 12:15:27 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m4d9-Easter-Desserts-Pineapple-Rum-Cake-with-a-Pineapple-Banana-Macadamia-Nut-Crust?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m4d8-Easter-side-dishes-Asparagus-with-Hollandaise-Sauce?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner Asparagus is the vegetable that I look forward to the most in early spring. It is so versatile and makes a wonderful companion to egg dishes such as frittata’s, omelets and tarts. Served alone as a side vegetable it dresses up well wrapped in a... Vegetables Easter Recipes Wed, 08 Apr 2009 08:28:50 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m4d8-Easter-side-dishes-Asparagus-with-Hollandaise-Sauce?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m4d7-Easter-Desserts-Panna-Cotta-with-a-Cherry-Caramel-Sauce?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner I love Spring.. the color's as they unfold in my garden scapes, the beams of light as they come through my windows, the light breeze and the crispness of the air with the undertones of dry heat caressing my face. Have you ever heard of the term, &quo... Desserts Easter Recipes Tue, 07 Apr 2009 20:03:08 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m4d7-Easter-Desserts-Panna-Cotta-with-a-Cherry-Caramel-Sauce?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m4d4-Pineapple-Dinner-Rolls-for-the-Easter-table?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner photo by Laurie m. VengoecheaThese are a variation on a theme dinner rolls. The recipe calls for pretty classic dinner roll ingredients with the difference of replacing amounts of liquid with juice, subbing some of the flour with a light corn flour ... Easter Recipes Breads Sat, 04 Apr 2009 11:58:42 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m4d4-Pineapple-Dinner-Rolls-for-the-Easter-table?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m4d3-Easter-Dessert-Ideas-Apple-Dumplings-with-a-warm-Creme-Anglaise-sauce?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner APPLE DUMPLINGS IN AWARM CRÈME ANGLAISE SAUCEThis is the perfect dessert and dressed up in a custard sauce it makes quite an elegant holiday presentation!We use to go to this wonderful little bakery in Belmont Shore, Long Beach and indulge in ... Desserts Sauces Easter Recipes Fri, 03 Apr 2009 18:37:07 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m4d3-Easter-Dessert-Ideas-Apple-Dumplings-with-a-warm-Creme-Anglaise-sauce?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m4d3-Asparagus-Custard-Tart-for-Easter-Morning?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner This beautiful custard tart makes a lovely entree for Easter morning with it’s light custard filling and it’s tender pastry shell. Accompanied by fresh fruit and croissants it will surely satisfy everyone. This tart is made with the seaso... Vegetables Easter Recipes Fri, 03 Apr 2009 15:47:05 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m4d3-Asparagus-Custard-Tart-for-Easter-Morning?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m3d31-The-Best-Ever-Meatloaf?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner For me, Meatloaf is one of those homey style dishes that fall under the category of comfort food. Like that of a rotisserie style or baked chicken, the preparations are simple and there's nothing easier than having the oven do it's magic! Growing up ... Beef Tue, 31 Mar 2009 15:33:07 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m3d31-The-Best-Ever-Meatloaf?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m3d27-Spring-Recipes-Baked-Salmon-and-Fingerling-Potatoes-with-Lemon-Thyme-Aioli?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner Photo by Laurie m. Vengoechea DMCSpring reminds me of lighter ingredients, in texture as well as color. I start looking to the pastels to guide me in my food choices. The creamy yellow of an egg for a smooth and light sauce, or the light green of fre... Seafood Vegetables Spring Recipes Sauces Fri, 27 Mar 2009 10:24:08 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m3d27-Spring-Recipes-Baked-Salmon-and-Fingerling-Potatoes-with-Lemon-Thyme-Aioli?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m3d26-Easter-Side-Dishes-A-Roasted-Vegetable-and-Fontina-Cheese-Terrine?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner Roasted Vegetable Terrine photo by Laurie m. Vengoechea DMCI don't know why, but this is one of those recipes that rarely leaves my mind but hardly ever makes an appearance to the table. It is so delicious, not to difficult to make, a family favorit... Spring Recipes Easter Recipes Thu, 26 Mar 2009 11:37:29 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m3d26-Easter-Side-Dishes-A-Roasted-Vegetable-and-Fontina-Cheese-Terrine?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m3d24-Chicken-and-Brown-Rice?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner Photo by Laurie m. Vengoechea DMCAlthough I'm pretty devoted to pasta's and starchy rice dishes utilizing flour, semolina and white rice, there was a time a few years back when it became necessary to learn how to cook and enjoy whole grains, spelt f... Chicken Rice Tue, 24 Mar 2009 10:20:53 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m3d24-Chicken-and-Brown-Rice?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m3d23-Spring-Recipes-Potatoes-and-Green-Beans-in-Broth?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner Potatoes and Green Beans in Broth; Photo by Laurie m. Vengoechea DMC This is such a tasty way to serve vegetables poached in a wonderfully light broth infused with tomato, spices and wine. If you like hearty vegetable soups, this is along the sa... Vegetables Spring Recipes Mon, 23 Mar 2009 10:29:39 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m3d23-Spring-Recipes-Potatoes-and-Green-Beans-in-Broth?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m3d20-Cinnamon-Rolls?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner  It doesn't take much to get me in the mood for making cinnamon rolls, especially watching Paula and her friend whip up a batch of these gooey centered buns with a rich filling of butter, sugar and cinnamon.  They're the perfect weekend bre... Baking Fri, 20 Mar 2009 01:21:46 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m3d20-Cinnamon-Rolls?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m3d19-Everyone-needs-chocolate-and-these-Pecan-Turtles-are-for-you-Alexis-Grace?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner                      Chocolate Pecan Turtles by Laurie m. Vengoeches DMC  Did you see American Idol last night? Unbelievable!! I just erased a f... Chocolate Thu, 19 Mar 2009 11:18:03 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4182-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner~y2009m3d19-Everyone-needs-chocolate-and-these-Pecan-Turtles-are-for-you-Alexis-Grace?cid=exrss-San-Diego-Cooking-Examiner