It feels good to be back on track with my Kitchen Bootcamp challenge… And, I can’t think of a better way to get back in the swing of things than with this pasta and dumplings challenge! It was certainly a personal favorite of mine, and it seems like everyone else had a great time, too! So,…
A few months ago, I introduced my husband to ricotta gnocchi. I ordered it at one of our favorite local restaurants, and he gave me a skeptical look. But, then he took a bite. Ever since, he’s been hooked. The thing is, I’ve never actually made gnocchi before. Not successfully, at least. I’ve attempted to…
Since this month’s Kitchen Bootcamp theme is pasta and dumplings, I thought I’d try a new recipe for homemade pasta. I’ve made my share of pasta in the past (and usually it winds up getting used for ravioli), and I’ve always used the same recipe. After reading the simple recipe in The Professional Chef, though,…
Kitchen Bootcamp is back by popular demand… Are you excited? I know I am! After taking a much needed (for me, at least!) break over the summer, it’s time to crack open The Professional Chef and get back in the kitchen. For me, this past summer was considerably crazier than most. Fortunately, along with the…
I’m convinced that one of the reasons that many people are intimidated by cooking is the language… Every technique has a name that, unless you are fluent in French, may not really provide much insight. Want to test out my theory? Try asking your friends and family if they know what chiffonade means… Then, ask…
It’s time to announce the next Kitchen Bootcamp challenge! I appreciate everyone’s patience last month with my extended challenge… Since I’m still not completely back on my feet (especially in the kitchen!), it has been a huge help to me to extend the challenge a bit. So, I am going to do the same thing…
This month was one of my favorite challenges since I started Kitchen Bootcamp last April (can you believe it’s been over a year now?)… We all know that I am a big fan of desserts (especially ice cream), so I had great hopes for this challenge. While I didn’t have nearly as much time as…
Remember when I mentioned yesterday that you should save a few of those Red Velvet Cupcakes? Well, now you know why! Yesterday, I told you about my husband’s love of red velvet cake. Secretly, I’m convinced that he really just likes the cream cheese frosting. So, knowing what you do now, you can surely understand how…
To me, warm bread pudding is the ultimate comfort food… Especially if its rich and gooey chocolate bread pudding! I’m one of those people who can be kind of picky about food textures. I’m not a fan of oatmeal, and I always gobble my cereal as quickly as possible (when I eat it at all)…
Warmer weather is on the way… I was doubtful for a while, but the last week or two have proven that it is true! When the weather is warm, I always have one thing on my mind… Ice cream! So, naturally, that has affected my choice for the May Kitchen Bootcamp challenge. I knew that…
