By Nick • August 17, 2009
Sometimes, and this is one of those times, I’m not entirely clear on the difference between a pie and a tart. I know, generally, the difference between the two (I think). Pies are usually deeper, have a flaky crust, and are normally served in the pan they are baked in. Tarts meanwhile have a more [...]
Posted in desserts, Easy Stuff, Stuffing Stuff | Tagged almonds, cinnamon, fig tart, figs, fresh figs, nutmeg, pie crust, raspberries, ricotta, vanilla, whipped cream
By Nick • March 28, 2009
A few weeks ago one of my good friends was visiting from out of town (Hi Melly!). We used to be roommates and brunch was a fairly regular thing in our house. It was also the birthday for one of our mutual friends (Hi Liz!). I promised them both a yummy brunch dish.
I wanted to [...]
Posted in breakfast, good food, TIWSIMRIIHAR | Tagged brown sugar, custard, eggs, toast, vanilla, whipped cream
By Nick • October 23, 2008
This last weekend, my girlfriend’s parents came into town so I was looking for something tasty, simple, and impressive to serve. In my opinion, there is not much better on a Fall morning than a warm stack of nicely cooked pancakes. And none of that bisquik stuff. I’m talking real pancakes. [...]
Posted in breakfast, Thursday's Malaise | Tagged breakfast, buttermilk, pancakes, whipped cream
