Italian Fiddleheads

1/2 lb fiddleheads, washed 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp butter 1 garlic clove, crushed a pinch of red chilli flakes 2 tsp balsamic vinegar salt and pepper Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and add the fiddleheads.  Boil for 4 minutes or until they are tender but crisp. Drain them well… Continue reading Italian Fiddleheads

Cream Cheese Broccoli

1 bunch broccoli, cut into florets salt 2 tbsp butter 1 tbsp flour a pinch of ground ginger 1 1/4 cups milk 3 oz. cream cheese, cubed 1/2 tsp lemon zest 1 1/2 tbsp lemon juice Melt the butter in a small saucepan.  Stir in the flour, 1/2 tsp salt, ginger, and the milk.  Cook… Continue reading Cream Cheese Broccoli

Party Mushrooms

1 tbsp butter 1 lb mushrooms, sliced 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper 1/4 tsp ground cloves 1/4 cup brandy 1/4 cup heavy cream Melt the butter in a skillet. Add the mushrooms and saute them with the salt, pepper, and cloves for 5 minutes. Pour the brandy over the mushrooms and set alight with… Continue reading Party Mushrooms

Grilled Chiles Rellenos with Salsa

1 large tomato, seeded, diced 2 scallions, minced 2 jalapenos, minced 2 tbsp cilantro, minced 1 tbsp white wine vinegar 1 clove garlic minced 8 anaheim or poblano green chiles 1 lb mushrooms salt butter sourcream 1 1/2 cups monterey jack Prepare the salsa by combining the tomato, scallions, 1 jalapeno, cilantro, vinegar, and garlic.  Season… Continue reading Grilled Chiles Rellenos with Salsa