Potage Bonne Femme

2 tbsp olive oil 1 onion, minced 8 garlic cloves, crushed 3 lb russet potatoes, peeled, cut to 1/4 inch cubes 1/3 cup heavy cream 1 cup light beer 7 cups chicken stock 1 tsp dry rosemary 1 tsp dry thyme salt pepper 4 slices french bread, toasted, crust removed 4 oz. gruyere, sliced thin… Continue reading Potage Bonne Femme

Buck Rarebit

4 oz. old cheddar cheese, grated 1 1/2 oz. gruyere, grated 1 tsp dijon 1/2 tsp of another mustard 2 tbsp ale 2 slices sourdough bread 2 eggs salt and pepper 1 tsp worchestershire sauce cayenne Place the cheeses in a non-stick saucepan with the mustards, ale and worcestershire sauce. Mix well until melted. Preheat… Continue reading Buck Rarebit