This is a photo update to a previous post. So enjoy…again! -alyce
December 4, 2012
Elegant Smoked Trout Mousse
December 4, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Q: I’m looking for an appetizer to start Christmas dinner. Any suggestions? A: With its smoky flavor and creamy texture, Smoked Trout Mousse would make an elegant, yet casual start to a decadent holiday meal. And it wouldn’t be the holidays without a glass of bubbly, so pair it with your favorite sparkler. Enjoy! -alyce [...]
June 21, 2012
Ceviche Tostadas
June 21, 2012 By 1 Comment
Fish and shellfish are two of my favorites for summertime eating. Not only are they light on the appetite, when featured in a dish like ceviche, no heat is necessary to cook them. This time of year that makes a lot of sense. This ceviche is easy to put together, just remember to find the [...]
February 22, 2012
Plantain Chips with Chimichurri
February 22, 2012 By 2 Comments
Instead of tortilla chips and salsa, try Plantain Chips with Chimichurri as an appetizer to kick off a Latin themed meal. The subtly sweet plantain chip makes a nice pairing with the olive oil-based South American sauce and its flavors of garlic and Italian parsley. Double the recipe if you plan to grill a steak [...]
January 9, 2012
BCS: Blue Cheese Spread, a dip for the National Championship
January 9, 2012 By 3 Comments
Sports fans, here’s a chip and dip that will leave you cheering like a Texans fan this past Saturday. Tonight’s the BCS National Championship game, so if you need something for game time (or for the Super Bowl), this one’s a crowd pleaser. I like to serve it with Kettle Brand chips in sea salt, [...]
November 17, 2011
Cardamom Spiced Nuts
November 17, 2011 By 2 Comments
Here’s a spiced nut recipe I experimented with lately. I like a spicy and slightly sweet nut and I love cardamom, and this recipe reflects those flavors. These are great to garnish a cheese course or in a salad or just by themselves. Enjoy! -alyce eyster Print Cardamom Spiced Nuts Author: culinarythymes.com Recipe Type: nuts Prep Time: [...]
November 2, 2011
Spring Rolls are Fun!
November 2, 2011 By Leave a Comment
It’s been a busy week. Even though the kitchen renovation is not 100% complete, it’s far enough along that I could move most of my tools and wares into their new home. And we’ve been able to cook now for about 2 weeks. What a relief! I’ve been wanting to do more hands-on cooking with [...]
October 24, 2011
Go with Gougeres
October 24, 2011 By Leave a Comment
I love gougeres, those yummy, cheesy puffs rife with gruyere. Don’t be fooled, these savory bites are easy to make. And they pair swimmingly with your favorite wine as a precursor to a meal. As the recipe says, they can be stuffed with sauteed mushrooms or chicken salad, for a heartier snack. Enjoy! -alyce eyster [...]
September 12, 2011
Deviled Eggs with Dill & Capers
September 12, 2011 By 1 Comment
Let’s just say I chose this recipe because I was inspired by The Help, which I saw over the weekend. Food, Southern of course, plays a pretty significant roll in the film. Minny teaches Celia to cook. (Her fried chicken had my mouth watering.) There’s a Bridge Club scene with talk of ambrosia salad and [...]
