Cheesy Jalapeño and Shallot Hash Brown with Bacon and Eggs Imagine a perfectly crispy, cheesy and spicy hash brown that has sprinkled bacon and sunny side eggs on top. It’s heaven in your mouth. Sometimes my kitchen is the best breakfast spot in town. I want to go somewhere and order this! It’s so ridiculously delicious. Let me teach you how to make it so you can experience breakfast perfection! Time-20 minutes Servings-1 or 2 […]
On Valentine’s Day last year I had the privilege of meeting a living legend, Nancy Silverton. Nancy needs no introduction. However if you are not familiar with Nancy, allow me to introduce her. She is a chef, restaurant owner, founder of La Brea Bakery, and a James Beard Award winner for Outstanding Chef. Nancy is co-owner of my favorite restaurant Mozza. We celebrate Valentine’s Day every year with the best pasta and wine in Los […]
MEXICAN HOT CHOCOLATE My Nana (Grandmother) used to make Mexican hot chocolate for my cousins and I during Christmas time. The taste and smell really take me back to childhood. It’s a cherished memory. We have had our fair share of cold and rainy nights this year in California. These rainy nights are perfect for pajamas and Mexican hot chocolate. Find a cozy, quiet spot in your house and enjoy a silky smooth cup of chocolate. It’s […]
Refried Beans and Mexican Rice Beans and rice are a staple in a Mexican household. Beans alone are welcome in any meal. Every family has their own special way of preparing beans and rice. I find a lot of people do not take the time to make homemade beans. I completely understand because I used to find cooking beans a little burdensome. Cooking beans in a pot filled with water often times kept you tied to […]
RED AND GREEN SALSA Want to impress your friends and tell them that you made your own salsa? After tasting this salsa your friends will think you should open your own Mexican restaurant. All the ingredients are in your pantry and refrigerator. The blender does all the work and the salsa will be ready in five minutes. On a 104 degree day, like today in California, you will be thankful not to need your […]
Micro-Bakery Diaries 