Julia Child's Vichyssoise Recipe: Cold Leek & Potato Soup. JC100

I'm part of JC100! What is JC100? It's a celebration of Julia Child! We are provided with Julia's recipes, make them and blog about them.

This is my first recipe (out of 5 provided) so far. I decided to make it because it's incredibly simple and screams COMFORT food!

All you need are potatoes, leeks, chicken stock, salt, cream and chives. That's all!





Vichyssoise
{Cold Leek and

I'm part of JC100! What is JC100? It's a celebration of Julia Child! We are provided with Julia's recipes, make them and blog about them.

This is my first recipe (out of 5 provided) so far. I decided to make it because it's incredibly simple and screams COMFORT food!

All you need are potatoes, leeks, chicken stock, salt, cream and chives. That's all!





Vichyssoise
{Cold Leek and

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Pan Roasted Red Grapes with Farmer's Cheese, Garlic and Thyme: Easy Appetizer Idea

A few weeks ago, Pinterest was being bombarded (in a good way!) by gorgeous photos from Alexandra's Kitchen for Roasted Grapes with Thyme, Fresh Ricotta & Grilled Bread.

The recipe was straight forward, and the final results seemed drool-worthy.

I filed it away in my brain for things to try.

Then I made Frozen Peach Yogurt and had quite a bit of whole milk leftover. Plus, heavy cream.

God

A few weeks ago, Pinterest was being bombarded (in a good way!) by gorgeous photos from Alexandra's Kitchen for Roasted Grapes with Thyme, Fresh Ricotta & Grilled Bread.

The recipe was straight forward, and the final results seemed drool-worthy.

I filed it away in my brain for things to try.

Then I made Frozen Peach Yogurt and had quite a bit of whole milk leftover. Plus, heavy cream.

God

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My Version of Mexican Corn: Dress Up Your Corn. No Grill? Use Your Panini Maker!

Happy Monday! I'm sad this is not another three day weekend, but such is life. I've spent the weekend eating out and shopping with great friends, salsa dancing, swimming laps in the pool and cooking. I'll share those recipes with you later, but for today, let's talk about corn.

I love corn. Fresh, frozen, even canned. I like it in soups, salads, or simply boiled.

Below is my version of Mexican

Happy Monday! I'm sad this is not another three day weekend, but such is life. I've spent the weekend eating out and shopping with great friends, salsa dancing, swimming laps in the pool and cooking. I'll share those recipes with you later, but for today, let's talk about corn.

I love corn. Fresh, frozen, even canned. I like it in soups, salads, or simply boiled.

Below is my version of Mexican

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Herbivoracious by Michael Natkin: Latin American Green Lentil Salad

One of the fun things about volunteering at the Eat Write Retreat in May was the swag. Who doesn't love food related freebies?

One of the items in the swag bag was a cookbook by blogger-turn-cookbook author Michael Natkin.

Michael's book has the same title as his blog: Herbivoracious. Try saying that ten times ;)

The cover of the book is absolutely stunning. The book itself contains 150

One of the fun things about volunteering at the Eat Write Retreat in May was the swag. Who doesn't love food related freebies?

One of the items in the swag bag was a cookbook by blogger-turn-cookbook author Michael Natkin.

Michael's book has the same title as his blog: Herbivoracious. Try saying that ten times ;)

The cover of the book is absolutely stunning. The book itself contains 150

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Recipe for Frozen Peach Yogurt and My Culinary Crush on Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams at Home Cookbook

Recipe for Frozen Peach Yogurt and My Culinary Crush on Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams at Home Cookbook

This might be the longest post title I've ever written!

It has been hot and humid in DC the last past week and I have been trying to spend as much time in my air conditioned condo as possible.

Earlier last week, however, I tracked to my library because there was something special waiting on

Recipe for Frozen Peach Yogurt and My Culinary Crush on Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams at Home Cookbook

This might be the longest post title I've ever written!

It has been hot and humid in DC the last past week and I have been trying to spend as much time in my air conditioned condo as possible.

Earlier last week, however, I tracked to my library because there was something special waiting on

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Perfect Side for Memorial Day Picnic: Jicama Slaw Recipe

Happy Memorial Day!! Hope you are enjoying your three day weekend.

I've been busy cooking, catching up on sleep and swimming laps at my condo's pool. Not a bad way to spend my time...although laundry awaits.

When I was thinking about recipes to post this week, my inspiration was pretty much shut. Then, I discovered Asian pears were on sale at my grocery store and decided to make a slaw using

Happy Memorial Day!! Hope you are enjoying your three day weekend.

I've been busy cooking, catching up on sleep and swimming laps at my condo's pool. Not a bad way to spend my time...although laundry awaits.

When I was thinking about recipes to post this week, my inspiration was pretty much shut. Then, I discovered Asian pears were on sale at my grocery store and decided to make a slaw using

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What to do with Purple Asparagus: Quick Recipe for a Weeknight Meal

A few weeks ago I attended a media event at the Smucker Farms of Lancaster Co Store in DC. I got a chance to sample some of the wonderful products available at the store including cheese, jams, popcorn, crackers and cookies.

Not only is the space absolutely adorable, but the staff was knowledgeable and friendly. All the products come directly from Lancaster County, Pennsylvania.

I did not

A few weeks ago I attended a media event at the Smucker Farms of Lancaster Co Store in DC. I got a chance to sample some of the wonderful products available at the store including cheese, jams, popcorn, crackers and cookies.

Not only is the space absolutely adorable, but the staff was knowledgeable and friendly. All the products come directly from Lancaster County, Pennsylvania.

I did not

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