Bifana Sandwich

This is what folks have in Lisbon when they come out of the bar at 2:30 in the morning and head for the food truck. (I guess they don’t have White Castle there.) It’s very simple: three types of garlic, red pepper, pesto pounded pork, and some spicy mustard. Bread choice is crucial here: crusty…

Savory Cannoli

Cannoli is sweet with chocolate and sweetened ricotta cheese. Right? Well, who made that rule? I’m not following it; are you going to let big corporate cannoli tell us how we use those crispy shells? Let’s try one with prosciutto, honey, chives, and some capers. Sweet, salty, with a little vinegar from the capers. Now,…

Shortcut Bumpy Cake

I think “bumpy cake” is one of the five greatest food inventions of mankind. The issue is that not everyone lives in Michigan and has access to this slice of heaven. I tried to change that by doing a take on this delicious dessert on the blog in 2020. I got some feedback on that,…

Cookie Butter Mousse Blossoms

Not your average thumbprint cookie with the addition of cookie butter and chocolate mousse. A different take on a classic holiday treat. I hope you like it 12 ounces butter, melted3/4 cup powdered sugar1 teaspoon vanilla1/2 teaspoon salt1 3/4 cup flour3 tablespoons cookie butter1 egg3 tablespoons heavy cream1/2 cup chocolate mousse (on the blog) 1/2…

Sole Stuffed With Lagostino & Olives

After the last few cookie recipes, it’s time for something a little healthier. Sole, lagostino, and olives with lemon zest would fit that bill. I seasoned with Old Bay and used panko breadcrumbs, then added butter and wine to complete the dish. I hope you like it. 4 2-ounce sole fillets6 tablespoons butter, divided 4…