This is one of my very favorite desserts even though it takes a little time to make. It is clear tasting and creamy, nothing like the glue that usually passes for lemon meringue pie. I have simplified things a bit by creating a crust that doesn’t need rolling; it just gets patted into place.
This recipe is part of the Barbara Kafka Dessert Anthology.
Watercress And Cucumber Tea Sandwiches
Watercress And Cucumber Tea Sandwiches
This classic tea sandwich combination works well: the sweet cucumbers play against the peppery watercress, the butter and cream cheese add their own richness, and soft white bread keeps it all together. Figure on at least one sandwich per person.
The Presidente, or El Presidente, is a vigorous old-time cocktail that was named for a now-forgotten president of Cuba, General Carmen Menocal.
This recipe comes from Rob Chirico's Hair of the Dog. For more of Rob's great cocktails, buy his Field Guide to Cocktails.
This is a simple and flavorful treatment for fish filets. If your miso isn't spreading easily, add a little oil and stir to combine.
White Bean Crostini With Rosemary
White Bean Crostini With Rosemary
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White Bean Salad With Garlic, Lemon And Parsley
White Bean Salad With Garlic, Lemon And Parsley
Lemon juice, garlic and fresh parsley team up to complement the creamy, starchy white beans in this simple salad. Just about any other bean would work here too.
This variation on the classic panzanella is the perfect summer lunch. If you happen to have a little fresh oregano or marjoram, use that instead of the dried herbs. Leftover baguette is great in this salad, but any leftover bread will do.
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Shaved Fennel Salad With Lemon And Olive Oil
Shaved Fennel Salad With Lemon And Olive Oil
In this simple side salad, thinly sliced fennel is highlighted with a vinaigrette of olive oil and lemon juice. Take advantage of the fresh bulbs at the beginning of fall for the tenderest results.
