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Nirvana in a Jar – Salmon Rillet

No, this is not a picture of Kurt Cobain’s remains. Those tasted like crap. I was referring to the spiritual kind of nirvana. I first tasted this dish at Bouchon, Thomas Keller’s French bistro restaurant in New York. I had never eaten anything like it and I came home raving about the experience. Well, I finally decided to make this dish in my own kitchen and the results were phenomenal. Unfortunately (for you) I can’t post this recipe because it came straight from Mr. Keller’s cookbook, and my code of bloggerly ethics prevents plagiarism. However, I can tell you that combining smoked salmon, steamed salmon, clarified butter and whipped butter will get you pretty close. For the rest, click the link, order the cookbook, and get to work on your own spirit quest.

Keep It Simple: Mixed Grill and Roasted Vegetables

I really love playing host, but let’s face it, some nights I just want to keep things simple. Here’s a great menu for a casual evening among friends, where we’ve put down our saffron and beurre blanc and picked up only the most basic ingredients: salt, pepper and olive oil. You’ll be amazed at how satisfying such an elementary meal can be.