Mushroon Duxelles is a finely chopped (minced) mixture of mushrooms, shallots and herbs sauteed in butter and reduced to a paste. Mushrooms are 90% water; the long, slow cooking of duxelles will evaporate the water and concentrate the mushroom flavor. Keep Mushroom … [Read more...] about Mushroom Duxelles
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Beef Wellington for Class
Easy Cook, Classy Look Beef Wellington is simple enough to put together - this recipe is a pushover for the Beginner Cook. It looks amazing on the table, like a restaurant dish Really classy, elegant in its individual serve, with some fresh herbs to garnish and … [Read more...] about Beef Wellington for Class
The Magic of Mushrooms
A few days back I happened upon an advertisement for a food supplement, aimed at women of a certain age. My age, in fact. This wondrous ad, catching my attention completely, promised a delight of magical ingredients in whatever the product was (I forget the product but … [Read more...] about The Magic of Mushrooms