Kristen HessAug 1, 20112 min readSweet and Simple: Black Cherry ClafoutisBlack Cherry Clafoutis The other day I suddenly had a strong craving for dessert. Most likely this was result of my having eyed some...
Kristen HessMay 21, 20112 min readAlbondigas en Salsa de Chipolte (Cheese stuffed Spanish Meatballs)Albondigas en Salsa de Chipolte (Spanish Meatballs) These Spanish-style meatballs are a delicious little treat: sweet, smoky and spicy...
Kristen HessMay 1, 20113 min readChicken Enchiladas de Mole NegroLast year I took some friends from out of town to a great Mexican restaurant in the spirit of Cinco de Mayo, and sampled their...
Kristen HessMar 3, 20116 min readRagu alla Bolognese w/ Handmade Tagliatelle :: Onion, Olive & Rosemary Focaccia :: Blood OrangeA Classic Italian Dinner for any Special Occasion The following collection of recipes are from an Italian cooking class I took recently...
Kristen HessDec 28, 20102 min readHoliday Brunch: Italian Frittata with Red Pepper, Potatoes and BaconPotato and Pepper Frittata with Cheese and Bacon So Christmas is over, but the cooking is not! As a tradition, I always make breakfast...
Kristen HessDec 11, 20102 min readSpice up Your Night w/ Southern-Style Taco SoupSouthern-Style Taco Soup is something I discovered when I lived down South in Atlanta. My ex-boyfriend’s Mom (a great Southern cook from...
Kristen HessNov 28, 20106 min readAn Intimate Gathering: Holiday Dinner Party MenuSince the holidays are rapidly approaching, I’m planning an intimate dinner party with friends featuring some of my favorite recipes to...
Kristen HessNov 16, 20102 min readJalapeno-Cheddar Meatloaf w/ Savory Tomato GravyOn a cold and rainy Sunday evening last November, I needed to warm my bones and fill my belly with something comforting and delicious,...