Gratin Potatoes
Originally uploaded by jenianddean.
I have always been a fan of scalloped potatoes, and when I found this recipe I fell in love with it. It’s the simplicity that I love.
Potatoes, cheese, and cream. Simple.
I originally made these for my friend Lisa on her birthday, and they were to die for. I did a [...]
Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
Originally uploaded by jenianddean.
Dean and I hosted a going-away this weekend for our friend Rachel. Rachel is one of the few people who was working at Dean’s office when he first started working there four years ago. I can’t thank Rachel enough for helping to keep Dean sane during some of the crazy [...]
Basil Parmesan vinaigrette
Originally uploaded by jenianddean.
I have been making my own salad dressings for a couple years now. There are a couple of reason: I really enjoy flavor; I can control what ingredients I use; and I like the basics of making a dressing or vinaigrette. I try to stay on the lighter side for [...]
Farmer’s Pasta
Originally uploaded by jenianddean.
I fell in love with recipe about a year ago. It is the prefect dish to take to a covered dish dinner, or to a friend who just had a baby. It is a very comforting dish – warm and gooey.
One change I made was I didn’t use whole [...]
orzo risotto with buttery shrimp
Originally uploaded by jenianddean.
Orzo Risotto with Buttery Shrimp
SERVES: 4
When Ryan Poli and his kitchen staff tried finishing orzo risotto-style (stirring the cooked orzo with stock until creamy) they got fantastic results with impressive speed.
16 thin asparagus (6 ounces)
1 3/4 cups orzo (12 ounces)
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/2 pound shelled [...]
