Techmunch Tampa. From the metaphorical perspective of a combination taco plate. When you order a two taco combo plate it's because you're hungry. Hungrier for more than just a single taco. You could just get two tacos. But, if you're getting two tacos... why not just get the … [Read more...]
POUTINE! Video
Let's hope Canadians are as nice as everyone says they are. I think I butchered their unofficial national dish. Poutine is a traditional Canadian dish of French Fries, smothered in Brown Gravy and topped with Cheese Curds. Because my brother-in-law recoiled at the mention of Poutine (he's from … [Read more...]
Oven Baked Idaho Potato Poutine Recipe
Poutine is a traditional Canadian dish of French Fries, smothered in Brown Gravy and topped with Cheese Curds. I’m not Canadian. And all-American Brown Gravy isn’t really in my repertoire either. This is the official Valley Girl knock-off of Classic Canadian Poutine. For added instruction and … [Read more...]
How to Make Gnocchi Video
People of Italy, please forgive me. Can you count how many different ways I pronounce the word gnocchi in this video? I've always thought the word gnocchi meant pillow. According to Wikipedia, the word gnocchi was derived from the Italian word, gnocchio meaning knot, or nocca meaning knuckle. No … [Read more...]
Idaho Potato Gnocchi Recipe
Say YES to Gnocchi! Making fresh, homemade Gnocchi is a lot easier than you may think. With a little guidance from Giada, Mario and the Idaho Potato Commission, I was able to whip up Gnocchi with Brown Butter Mushroom Sauce with very little effort, in less than an hour. For added instruction and … [Read more...]
Brown Butter Mushroom Sauce Recipe
If you're like me, the idea of melting a stick of butter for the base of a sauce is a little scary. And to be honest, this recipe may still be a bit frightening in that regard. This Brown Butter Mushroom Sauce strays ever so slightly from the traditional technique because I use a bit of olive oil in … [Read more...]
How to Make Potato Tacos Video
MMMMeatless! I love TACO PARTIES because taco fillings and toppings are endless and everyone gets what they want. I used to provide extra beans and rice for my vegetarian friends but then I made Tacos de Papa -- or Potato Tacos and even my carnivorous friends go crazy for their punchy, crunchy … [Read more...]
Tacos de Papa – Potato Tacos Recipe
Watch the video and subscribe on YouTube. Meatless Monday not necessary. The first time I made Potato Tacos for a get-together knowing I had Vegetarian friends attending, I made a sign that said, "Tacos de Papa." Everyone was intrigued. "What are they? Potato? Really?" Even the die-hard … [Read more...]
Buttermilk Potato Pave Recipe
Happy Holidays! This Buttermilk Potato Pavé is inspired by Momofukufor2 and Thomas Keller. And I don't mean to sound dramatic, but where the drama ends, the buttermilk begins... Watch the Potato Volcano Video for added instruction and entertainment. There's a special guest appearance of the … [Read more...]
Potato Volcano Recipe
WATCH the Potato Volcano Video and see exactly how it's made. Game on. A common sports expression is, "Go big or go home." Well, come the holiday season, it's time to, "Go big AND go home." The Potato Volcano is the unique creation of David Chang at Momofuku Milk Bar in New York. It is the … [Read more...]
Potato Volcano Video
Happy Holidays! It's just like me to issue a warning with my holiday wishes. So here's a warning about The Potato Volcano: This isn't your "average" Average Betty video recipe. This is a credited course at Le Cordon Betty. Potato Volcano 101. In Potato Volcano 101 you'll make a mother sauce; a … [Read more...]
Cranberry Potato Gratin Recipe
WATCH THE VIDEO! Cranberries are right up there with turkey and football for fostering that special Thanksgiving vibe. And Cranberry Potato Gratin, with its creamy layers of Idaho Russet Potatoes, sharp Asiago cheese, sweet cranberries, and a crunchy gratin top, is a unique side dish that goes … [Read more...]
