tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5102522456045753262024-03-13T04:06:35.728-07:00David's Ramblesramble: To speak or write at length and with many digressiondlewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01568511409962747057noreply@blogger.comBlogger180125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-510252245604575326.post-84914817600440374652013-01-17T23:17:00.000-08:002013-01-17T23:17:13.559-08:00Cream Puffs<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<br />dlewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01568511409962747057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-510252245604575326.post-31556134157687011872011-07-02T20:55:00.000-07:002011-07-06T22:14:16.639-07:00Tea Time @ Mandarin Oriental, Las VegasTea Time @ Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas<br />
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Their menu can be found at their website. The afternoon tea set is $40/pp. It includes a huge pot of tea, and 3 dishes of finger foods. They don't seem that they'd be filling, but they are! The tea room is located next to the reception desk area. When booking a reservation, ask for a window table. <br />
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The plate setting:<br />
<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/44701-2/_LEW2129.jpg"><br />
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My Formosa tea:<br />
<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/44704-2/_LEW2130.jpg"><br />
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Jams, sour cream, for the scones:<br />
<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/44707-2/_LEW2132.jpg"><br />
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Little sandwiches:<br />
<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/44713-2/_LEW2136.jpg"><br />
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Scones:<br />
<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/44716-2/_LEW2137.jpg"><br />
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Little desserts:<br />
<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/44719-2/_LEW2138.jpg"><br />
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Apple Macaron($2):<br />
<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/44720-1/apple_macaron.jpg"><br />
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The macaron wasn't good at all, pass on those. The tea was good. The setting was a little odd...being next to the reception. Down the dark hall is Twist. It's a very dark hotel except the tea room area with it's huge windows over looking City Center and Planet Hollywood.<br />
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<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/44695-2/_LEW2119.jpg" width="300">dlewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01568511409962747057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-510252245604575326.post-73249924876808495642011-03-23T21:15:00.000-07:002011-03-23T21:15:45.960-07:00Butternut Squash SoupButternut Squash Soup<br />
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1/2 butternut squash - diced<br />
1 white onion - diced<br />
3 cloves garlic - diced<br />
2C veg broth<br />
1TB olive oil<br />
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Warm up pan, add oil. Add onions, cook til clear ~5 minutes. <br />
Add garlic, cook for 2 minutes. Add squash, cook for 3 minutes.<br />
Add broth, simmer and cover until squash is soft. Blend until smooth.<br />
Add desired levels of salt, pepper, and nutmeg.<br />
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Decorated with fresh rosemary<br />
<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/44385-2/_LEW0730.jpg">dlewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01568511409962747057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-510252245604575326.post-43792337675624553052011-03-13T21:24:00.000-07:002011-03-13T21:24:13.503-07:00French Bread French ToastFrench Bread French Toast<br />
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Cooked on a SS pan with butter. <br />
3 slices on French bread, toasted at low in toaster to harden.<br />
2 eggs mixed with cinnamon and vanilla. <br />
Cooked on a SS pan with butter. <br />
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Topped with Blueberry Purée and Powdered Sugar<br />
<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/44369-3/_LEW0725.jpg">dlewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01568511409962747057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-510252245604575326.post-49593862633725396682011-03-07T18:36:00.000-08:002011-03-08T19:38:32.723-08:00Curry Chicken & Curry TofuCurry Chicken<br />
<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/44366-2/_LEW0712.jpg"><br />
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Curry Tofu<br />
<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/44363-2/_LEW0711.jpg">dlewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01568511409962747057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-510252245604575326.post-53652323004367509082011-03-06T19:57:00.000-08:002011-03-06T19:57:50.889-08:00Panna Cotta with Mango PuréePanna Cotta with Mango Purée<br />
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<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/44360-2/_LEW0709.jpg" width="400">dlewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01568511409962747057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-510252245604575326.post-3255098341579718682011-03-02T20:33:00.000-08:002011-03-02T20:33:45.140-08:00Pad ThaiPad Thai<br />
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This is from a Pad Thai kit, which includes the sauce and noodles. The rest you add to your liking. The only thing lacking was peanuts.<br />
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Boil the noodles til soft, rinse in cold water and leave aside.<br />
Add oil to pre warmed pan. Add tofu cubes. Add egg, garlic, sauce, asparagus, chives. When ready, add the noodles in. mix up, and cook for 1 minute. Add fresh lemon juice on top. I also added fresh rosemary.<br />
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<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/44337-3/_LEW0706.jpg">dlewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01568511409962747057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-510252245604575326.post-27118100830442314752011-02-28T18:31:00.000-08:002011-03-01T20:32:23.386-08:00Mushroom and Broccoli with Sun-dried Tomato PastaMushroom and Broccoli with Sun-dried Tomato Pasta<br />
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Based on the recipe from <a href="http://foyupdate.blogspot.com/2011/02/mushroom-and-broccoli-with-sun-dried.html">here</a>. <br />
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Added asparagus, fresh herbs; tarragon and chives. Side of fresh French bread.<br />
<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/44334-2/_LEW0705.jpg"><br />
For myself, I added bacon and didn't scoop any mushrooms.dlewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01568511409962747057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-510252245604575326.post-19294438548130734072011-02-26T19:48:00.000-08:002011-02-26T19:48:34.083-08:00Panna CottaPanna Cotta <br />
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The recipe can be found from <a href="http://www.davidlebovitz.com/2009/04/perfect-panna-cotta/">here</a>. <br />
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Add some fruit, drizzle from chocolate syrup, and sift some powdered sugar on top.<br />
<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/44313-2/pannacotta.jpg">dlewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01568511409962747057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-510252245604575326.post-75425537870240240602011-02-22T11:23:00.000-08:002011-02-22T11:23:59.489-08:00Bonjour French Pastry<a href="http://bonjourpastry.com">Bonjour French Pastry</a><br />
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After having lunch at a new hole on the wall ramen place, I dropped by Bonjour for some desserts to eat later. <br />
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<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/44048-2/_LEW0439.jpg" width="300"><br />
Profiterole<br />
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<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/44051-2/_LEW0440.jpg" width="300"><br />
Merrow<br />
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If in the Gardena area, give them a try. Lots of ramen places to eat at first :)dlewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01568511409962747057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-510252245604575326.post-73708737102694936232011-02-15T21:17:00.000-08:002011-02-15T21:17:52.338-08:00Mac & Cheese & a Bouchon-like SaladMac & Cheese & a Bouchon-like Salad<br />
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Having the Bibb Lettuce Salad at Bouchon's a few times now...made me want to try and make it at home. <br />
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I found his recipe <a href="http://www.dailycandy.com/los-angeles/gallery/77330/Per-Se-Chef-Thomas-Kellers-Favorite-Dinner-Recipes?n=3">here</a>. I used the lettuce sold with the root still on it (Vons), can't get any fresher then that! <br />
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Yum<br />
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My son likes to request mac & cheese often, usually the boxed version with the fake cheese and Disney characters. I decided to make a fresher version. The recipe is <a href="http://shine.yahoo.com/channel/food/better-than-boxed-or-bottled-top-10-store-bought-foods-to-make-by-yourself-2453865/#photoViewer=1">here</a>. I finished it off in the broiler.<br />
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<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/43967-2/_LEW0436.jpg">dlewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01568511409962747057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-510252245604575326.post-53012592649134771112011-02-14T20:25:00.000-08:002011-02-14T21:31:52.247-08:00Valentine's Day DinnerValentine's Day Dinner <br />
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Tonight's dinner was Filet Mignon with a Red Wine Pan Sauce, Cucumbers, and Sunchokes. The sunchokes look like ginger, which I thought I was buying at the farmer's market. He warned us they were not ginger, I bought them to try anyways. <br />
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The appetizer was water crackers with imported Brie. <br />
<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/43952-2/_LEW0430.jpg"><br />
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The main course<br />
<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/43958-2/_LEW0429.jpg"><br />
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Dessert - Crème brûlée - click <a href="http://www.famousfrenchdesserts.com/creme-brulee-recipes.html"> here</a> for the recipe.<br />
Sadly, my oven died after heating up to 400F. I had to use the toaster oven. After cooling and having in the fridge. I used the toaster's broiler feature to finish the top. I used brown and white sugar to caramelize. Blackberries and powdered sugar were added to finish it off.<br />
<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/43949-2/cb.jpg" width="300"><br />
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The setting with fresh roses. The meal was accompanied with Apple Cider. <br />
<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/43955-2/_LEW0432.jpg">dlewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01568511409962747057noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-510252245604575326.post-42930203167391783932011-01-27T19:08:00.000-08:002011-01-27T19:08:29.317-08:00Panko Chicken & Panko TofuPanko Chicken & Panko Tofu<br />
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Served with Rice and Spinach<br />
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<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/43943-2/_LEW0425.jpg"><br />
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<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/43946-2/_LEW0426.jpg">dlewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01568511409962747057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-510252245604575326.post-86649907698521810462011-01-24T18:00:00.000-08:002011-01-25T19:01:35.892-08:00Pork with Pan Sauce, Mashed Yams, and BroccoliPork with Pan Sauce, Mashed Yams, and Broccoli <br />
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1lb boneless pork loin<br />
1 shallot<br />
1 head Broccoli<br />
salt<br />
pepper<br />
nutmeg<br />
1lb Yams<br />
1/2C white wine<br />
1/4C water<br />
1/2T tomato paste<br />
oil<br />
milk<br />
parsley<br />
<br />
Boil potatoes in salted water until soft. Peel of skin, mash with fork. Add to mixer and mix until smooth. Add to heated pot, add nutmeg, salt, milk (and butter if desired). <br />
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Pre heat pan then add oil then ready. Add pork, cook on each side 4-5mins. Remove pork and tent on a warm plate. Add diced shallot, cook for a few minutes. Add tomato paste, wine, water and reduce. Before sauce is reduced to desired thickness, add in pork. Serve and add parsley on top.<br />
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Boil Broccoli to softness liking. <br />
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<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/43910-2/_LEW0424.jpg">dlewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01568511409962747057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-510252245604575326.post-43283617540013266482011-01-11T20:49:00.000-08:002011-01-11T20:49:30.540-08:00Bœuf BourguignonBœuf Bourguignon on rice.<br />
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I made this yesterday. I tried a different recipe, takes about an hour. That's too short IMHO, it did taste better the next day. I was going to use mashed yams but the yams went bad.<br />
Recipe is <a href="http://www.sbs.com.au/food/recipe/103/Beef_bourguignon">here</a>.<br />
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<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/43878-2/_LEW0156.jpg">dlewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01568511409962747057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-510252245604575326.post-26844715741931001702011-01-06T20:38:00.000-08:002011-01-11T20:39:53.181-08:00Chicken MarsalaChicken Marsala on top of wheat angel hair pasta.<br />
I used cucumbers instead of mushrooms.<br />
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<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/43875-2/_LEW0154.jpg">dlewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01568511409962747057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-510252245604575326.post-24949605354279977792011-01-05T20:03:00.000-08:002011-01-05T20:03:32.948-08:00Carne Asada Soft Tacos and Roasted Garlic SoupCarne Asada Soft Tacos and Roasted Garlic Soup<br />
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I bought the carne asada already pre marinated from Henry's. I cooked it with onions and placed it on some cabbage and warm flour tortillas.<br />
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The recipe for the soup is <a href="http://allrecipes.com//Recipe/roasted-garlic-soup/Detail.aspx">here</a>. I followed it for 2 servings and used 3 cloves instead of 2.<br />
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<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/43872-2/_LEW0153.jpg">dlewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01568511409962747057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-510252245604575326.post-21620296235745319082011-01-04T20:57:00.000-08:002011-01-04T20:57:50.250-08:00Boeuf braisé aux carottesBoeuf braisé aux carrottes (Braised beef with carrots)<br />
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I made dinner based off a recipe for this but slightly modified.<br />
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Serves 2<br />
~1lb stew beef<br />
1 medium yellow onion<br />
2 carrots (1/3lb)<br />
2 sweet potatoes (1lb)<br />
2 spigs rosemary<br />
1 bay leaf<br />
3 garlic cloves<br />
1 cup red wine<br />
2 cups water<br />
1Tb tomato paste<br />
olive oil<br />
salt<br />
pepper<br />
rice<br />
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I cooked it all in a dutch oven. Warm up the dutch oven, then add olive oil. Once oil is warmed up, add beef and onions. Brown the beef then deglaze with wine. Add garlic, tomato paste, bay leaf, rosemary, and water. Cook for an hour. Add carrots and potatoes, and cook for 45 minutes. Remove the bay leaf and rosemary stems. Serve over rice or pasta.<br />
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<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/43865-4/_LEW0152.jpg">dlewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01568511409962747057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-510252245604575326.post-86930836115178325252010-12-29T21:23:00.000-08:002010-12-29T21:26:10.060-08:00Coq Au Vin and Butternut Squash SoupCoq Au Vin (Chicken with wine) and Butternut Squash Soup<br />
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I'll be posted the recipe links later.<br />
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Butternut Squash Soup with nutmeg, sea salt, pepper, and thyme sprinkled on top<br />
<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/43855-2/_LEW0143.jpg"><br />
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Coq Au Vin with side of rice<br />
<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/43858-2/_LEW0141.jpg">dlewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01568511409962747057noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-510252245604575326.post-84471140738411523192010-12-28T20:59:00.000-08:002010-12-28T21:02:02.195-08:00Pork RagoutTonight's dinner was Pork Ragout.<br />
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The recipe I based it off is <a href="http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=10000000223401">here</a>.<br />
I didn't use any sausage and was lacking 1 can of tomatoes.<br />
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.83lb pork tenderloin<br />
3/4 chicken broth<br />
3/4 red wine <br />
14oz organic dice tomatoes<br />
1/4tsp salt<br />
1/4tsp pepper<br />
1c chopped white onion<br />
1Tb fresh rosemary<br />
8oz of organica Italian pasta <br />
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Cooked per the recipe link above.<br />
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<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/43849-2/_LEW0139.jpg"><br />
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The Australian wine I used. I bought it at Fresh & Easy <img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/43852-2/_LEW0135.jpg" width="300"><br />
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It came out well despite missing not having enough canned tomatoes. I reduced it to make up for it.dlewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01568511409962747057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-510252245604575326.post-92228278952346365132010-12-20T20:17:00.000-08:002010-12-20T20:44:49.584-08:00Comme Ça, Las VegasComme Ça opened Dec 15th along with the The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. The hotel is sandwiched between the City Center and Bellagio. The patio has a view of the Paris hotel, ironic since it's a French restaurant? A shame it was too cold and windy, we sat inside. The walls are basically chalkboards, where yes you can draw on them near the restrooms. The service was spectacular! It's a very relaxing environment with a friendly staff and great food. I'd definitely go back and shall try the Hollywood location someday! I'll even try his new cafe in Tokyo if I get the change to visit Japan again. On to the food.....<br />
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We both ordered the set 3 course lunch meal.<br />
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The soup du jour was a butternut squash soup:<br />
<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/43774-2/DSC01972.jpg" /><br />
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Endives salad:<br />
<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/43789-2/DSC01971.jpg" /><br />
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Salmon:<br />
<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/43786-2/DSC01974.jpg" /><br />
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The Chicken Diable, very spicy but not hot:<br />
<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/43777-2/DSC01973.jpg" /><br />
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Profiteroles!<br />
<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/43780-2/DSC01975.jpg" /><br />
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Chocolate Pot De Crème<br />
<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/43792-2/IMG_3764.jpg" width="300" /><br />
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The owner/chef of Comme Ça, David Myers and us at the patio<br />
<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/43783-2/DSC01982.jpg" /><br />
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Part of the place mat:<br />
<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/43810-2/DSC01970.jpg" /><br />
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Interior shots:<br />
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Here's the result!<br />
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<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/43768-2/_LEW0113.jpg"><br />
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The recipe is from <a href="http://parispastry.blogspot.com/2009/04/brioche-loaf.html">here!</a>dlewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01568511409962747057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-510252245604575326.post-14503067466280078492010-10-05T19:56:00.000-07:002010-10-05T19:57:09.674-07:00Miso Glazed ChickenMiso Glazed Chicken with Bok Choy and rice.<br />
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2 chicken breasts (Foster Farms)<br />
4 Bok Choys<br />
3 garlic cloves<br />
2 green onions<br />
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Miso Glaze<br />
1T Miso Paste<br />
1T Michiu<br />
1tsp soy sauce<br />
1tsp sesame oil<br />
2 garlic cloves minced <br />
Drizzle of honey<br />
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Mix all together in bowl with whisk. Add chicken and marinate for 15-30mins.<br />
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Cook rice in rice cooker.<br />
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Add chicken to pre heated pan with oil. Cook 4mins each side. Remove and cut into smaller pieces and cook until down.<br />
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In another pan, pre heat pan then oil. Add 3 cloves of garlic. Cook for one minute. Add chopped up bok choy, stir. Add a little rice vinegar and soy sauce. Cook until bok choy is softened to liking. <br />
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Add green onions and sesame seeds as garnish.<br />
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<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/42069-2/_LEW9026.jpg">dlewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01568511409962747057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-510252245604575326.post-59394735107906055002010-09-17T20:00:00.000-07:002010-09-17T22:06:47.256-07:00Prosciutto and Onion FrittataProsciutto and onion frittata<br />
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The recipe can be found at the L.A. Times website <a href="http://www.latimes.com/features/food/la-fo-calcookreca-20100909,0,1080807.story">here</a>. It's like a fancy omelet.<br />
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I followed the recipe except for the cheese. It didn't stick to the pan, was easily removed with a spatula. <br />
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In the 10" SS pan<br />
<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/42060-2/_LEW8878.jpg"><br />
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On the plate<br />
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Sliced <br />
<img src="http://hoodrichproductions.com/gallery2/d/42066-2/_LEW8881.jpg">dlewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01568511409962747057noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-510252245604575326.post-55950857803218593322010-08-30T20:13:00.001-07:002010-08-30T20:15:03.610-07:00Anise Pork with Figs and ApplesAnise Pork with Figs and Apples, served with Jasmine rice and stir-fried green beans<br />
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The pork recipe can be found <a href="http://www.californiafigs.com/recipe.php?id=37">here</a>.<br />
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I found the Anise seeds where they sell the Mexican spices at Vons.<br />
Next time I'll sear it then bake it to finish.<br />
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