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A zesty lemon cream sauce is the perfect complement to fresh asparagus and crimini mushrooms. This light and healthy pasta dish is not only delicious, but easy to prepare in less than 30 minutes. To prepare Asparagus & Crimini Pasta … Continue reading →
Plump juicy strawberries coated with a crisp shell of chocolate create fruit truffles that are both light and delicious. The perfect addition to any brunch, or with a glass of champagne for dessert, these decadent yet innocent treats combine two favorite flavors … Continue reading →
In France, Belgium, New Orleans, Acadiana, Newfoundland and the Congo, French toast is known as pain perdu. French for lost bread, pain perdu reclaims stale or “lost” bread by soaking it in an egg and cream mixture overnight before being pan frying in butter and then baking. … Continue reading →
Like Mint Juleps, garlands of roses, and ladies hats, the Kentucky Hot Brown is a derby day tradition. Created in 1926 by Fred K. Schmidt at the Louisville Brown Hotel as a late night alternative to ham and eggs, this … Continue reading →
Everyone seems to love chocolate chip cookies, however there are many differing opinions on what determines the best. There are multiple variables that contribute to our vision of the perfect cookie, thick or thin, chewy or crisp, large or small, milk chocolate … Continue reading →
Greek yogurt helps deliver a smooth creamy texture and a bit of tang to this artichoke and Parmesan dip. Hot and gooey, this molten cheese dip is perfect as an appetizer for any occasion. Delicious with crackers, cocktail bread, or try … Continue reading →
With a crispy crust and a tender moist interior, nut brown ale brings a deep rich flavor to this bread. Hearty and delicious, this bread is a great complement to a bowl of chili, stew, or cheese soup. This quick and easy … Continue reading →
Tender cloves of mellow sweet garlic take on a bit of spicy heat when pickled. Great on sandwiches and burgers, tossed in salads, served with antipasto, or used to spice up a Bloody Mary, these pickled cloves are a garlic … Continue reading →
To me the popover would have to be one of life’s simplest pleasures. Breaking open the crisp outer crust of one of these warm, cloud-like rolls to discover a soft, custardy, eggy lining is just heaven. The popover is a light hollow … Continue reading →
Smooth and creamy, the Brandy Alexander is a delicious way to end the week. White and innocent in appearance, this “milkshake” is full of dark chocolate flavor with the benefit of a brandy kick. As an after dinner drink, or … Continue reading →
One of the sure signs that spring has arrived would be the piles of well-priced fresh strawberries at the local market. I am a fan of enjoying what’s in season, taking advantage of the abundance of the crop and the … Continue reading →
The “mother of all comfort foods”, would be one way to describe this dish, or a “skillet of pure love” might be another. Creamy macaroni and cheese, poured into a flaky pie crust, topped with a woven lattice of bacon, … Continue reading →
I must confess, the warm sunny spring weather we are having lately is making me a bit thirsty. As I sat outside on the porch a couple of days ago enjoying the sun on my pale winter face, the thought … Continue reading →
Peanut butter and chocolate have long been a favorite of many people. There is just something magical about how the creamy smooth flavor of the peanut butter works with the dark rich taste of chocolate. No-bake Peanut Butter & Chocolate … Continue reading →
While there are some beautiful eggs colored using onion skins, leaves, and beet juice to create wonderful muted tones and pastel shades, I find like most children I am drawn to the ones that are incredibly vivid and bright. Seeing … Continue reading →
Rosemary and lemon are two flavors that seem to just naturally work well together, like a hand and a glove, or maybe Steve Lawrence & Eydie Gorme. The brightness of the citrus amplifies the earthy freshness of the herb, bringing what ever dish … Continue reading →
This past year has been very exciting for me. What’s Cooking at James & Everett has become more successful than I would ever have imagined, thanks to the support of all of the subscribers and readers like you. I hope … Continue reading →
As we anticipate the arrival of the New Year, I find myself reflecting on the events and happenings of the one ending. I recall the best days and the worst, the ups and downs, promises and regrets, and friends who have … Continue reading →
The tradition of toasting has been practiced by almost every culture from the beginning of recorded history. Toasts are commonly expressions of love, friendship, health, honor, and wealth that are offered during holidays, or to commemorate special occasions. The origin … Continue reading →
Wishing Everyone Peace, Love, and Joy this Holiday Season. May the Spirit of Christmas be with You in the Coming Year!
There is something very magical about a gingerbread house. Seeing a building made out of nothing but cookies, candy, and sugar awakens the little kid in most of us. Our eyes fill with excitement just looking at the wonder of … Continue reading →
There is something very magical about the idea of a white Christmas, almost every mental image we have of this holiday includes drifts of frosting like snow. Dreaming that I’ll be home for Christmas by arriving in a one horse … Continue reading →
Everyone seems to love a “crunchy kibble” to munch on, and a homemade Chex party mix has got to be among the top on the list of favorites. I know that this snack is readily available in the chip isle, … Continue reading →
With temperatures in the 50′s and 60′s, and bright blue skies, it is looking as though for the first time that I can ever remember, I might not have a white Christmas. Now I would guess there are many folks … Continue reading →
It was not until I moved to the alpine environment of Dillon, Colorado that I had ever heard of Hot Spiced Wine. Growing up on the plains in central Nebraska I personally had never been exposed to such a thing. I am … Continue reading →
Rich and chewy, the non-chocolate cousin of the brownie, and this one is king of them all, introducing the Ultimate Blondie. Brown sugar, pineapple, coconut flakes, butterscotch pieces, white chocolate chips, and pecans create the perfect harmony of flavors in this upgraded … Continue reading →
I think that sometimes we all under-estimate the power of simple. We like to dazzle our families and friends with amazing and elaborate dishes and treats, showcasing our culinary abilities, especially this time of year. Our holiday baking lists sometimes overlook many of our … Continue reading →
Crisp and sparkling the Noel Spritzer heralds the season in style. Bubbly, fresh, and light, this festive drink is the perfect thing to serve at your holiday mixer. To prepare a Noel Spritzer: 1 part chilled chardonnay 2 parts chilled … Continue reading →
Holidays are a dream come true for those of us with a sweet tooth. Suddenly there are candies, cookies, and cakes everywhere, and it is somehow alright to have some of everything…….after all it’s the holidays. Tempting morsels magically appear … Continue reading →
Magic is not only on the air this holiday season but also in this cake. Layers of peppermint swirls are an exciting surprise snuggled under a blanket of fluffy whipped white chocolate ganache frosting. As in a dream, candy canes dance … Continue reading →
Chocolate and mint, the combination that reminds me the most of the holidays. This flavor duo brings to me the sensation of icy cold air filling my lungs on a winter’s night wrapped up in my warmest woolen sweater. Maybe it … Continue reading →
There are so many wonderful things about the Christmas holiday. Many of them involve cookies and other holiday treats, but another thing I love about Christmas is watching all of the wonderful television programs and movies that I grew up … Continue reading →
If you still have any leftovers from the recent holiday, you need to make this sandwich. If you don’t have any more storage containers of goodies in the fridge, you seriously need to consider preparing another holiday meal in order … Continue reading →
For many of us, the weekend after Thanksgiving marks the “official” beginning of the holiday season. Folks seem to really swing into action running through malls searching for gifts, and neighbors with boxes of tangled lights are climbing ladders. Everyone is … Continue reading →
You have been busy planning your Thanksgiving meal for weeks. You’ve looked at literally hundreds of recipes from food bloggers, and poured through cook books deciding what to prepare. Your orders have been picked up from the local butchers, and … Continue reading →
It seems that no holiday meal is complete without cranberries. This festive dish has somehow secured a position on almost everyone’s Thanksgiving table. People are also very passionate about the manner in which the precious red jewels are prepared. There are those … Continue reading →
Cheddar cheese and cranberries may seem like an unusual combination for a quick bread, but they actually could not be more perfect together. This easy to make bread is simply amazing. Paring cranberries, orange, almond, and spices with the sharp … Continue reading →
I don’t know how it happened, but suddenly there is only one weekend left before Thanksgiving. For the life of me I just can’t figure out where the days have gone. Halloween was seemingly just a few days ago, and … Continue reading →
The creamy goodness of mashed potatoes contrasted with a thin layer of crunch, makes these mashed potatoes gratin a dish to remember. Cottage cheese and sour cream give these potatoes a mild, smooth, flavor which works well with the crisp topping of … Continue reading →
If you love chocolate like I do, then I am sure you will agree that there are few things better than chocolate cake. I am not talking about a fluffy cake mix chocolate cake. I am speaking of the kind … Continue reading →
I was looking at my calendar today and realized that there are now only two weekends before Thanksgiving. I was stunned. How in the world is this possible? I guess with the extended fall we have had, and all the … Continue reading →
There are as few things as satisfying on a cold wintry day as a white bean soup. The creamy texture seems to almost wrap you in a blanket of goodness. Incredibly hearty and yet light at the same time, the mild … Continue reading →
After enjoying an exceptionally long Indian summer here in Colorado, last weeks blast of winter weather brought about a sudden end to the gardening season. Plants that were still attempting to produce were now finished. My dear friend Sandy stopped … Continue reading →
This past few days we have witnessed what maybe the biggest storms of our lifetimes in the United States. The 800 mile wide Hurricane Sandy has impacted the lives of more than fifty million people, striking the East Coast in … Continue reading →
Spooky, fun, and actually quite tasty, these frightening fingers are always a hit. If you are looking for a creative activity with the young “Frankenchef’s” in your house, these delicious digits are a good way to let your kids really … Continue reading →
Fresh baked cinnamon rolls are certainly one of my favorites, and I am quite sure there are many people who share my sentiment. There is something almost magical about the way cinnamon fills our senses. For me, the aroma of a … Continue reading →
Without fail each year that I have carved a Jack-O-Lantern, I have been asked by someone if I roasted the seeds. Now I must tell you that countless times I have attempted to make this snack that everyone seems to be so … Continue reading →
There is nothing perhaps as terrifying as blood. There are many people who pass out at the sight of just a few drops of the red nectar. We have all been taught from childhood, that blood equals a bad thing, … Continue reading →
One of the meals I particularly look forward to making this time of year is my roasted stuffed pumpkin. There is no other season when the variety of pumpkins is so abundant. The piles of orange globes are in every market, which … Continue reading →
Combining some of my favorite fall flavors, pumpkin, maple, apple, caramel, and walnut, this cake is truly an explosion of harvest goodness. Cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg mingle to help create a perfectly balanced taste sensation. Finished with an apple caramel … Continue reading →
