blueberry pie with cinnamon lattice crust

Blueberry Pie with Cinnamon Lattice Crust

Over the Labor Day Weekend I took one look at the fresh blueberries at the farmer’s market and I knew I had to make a pie. The berries jumbo-sized, sweet and ripe with flavor. Later that day, while searching for my favorite Pate Brisée recipe, I came across another wonderful recipe in the Silver Palate Cookbook, Blueberry Pie with Cinnamon Lattice Crust.

picture of butter in a butter bell

Things We Love: Butter Bells

The butter crock, also known as a butter bell or butter keeper, dates back to 19th century France. It is a two-piece contraption that keeps butter fresh on the counter for up to 30 days. The water should be as close to or touching the butter as possible. This device keeps butter smooth and spreadable for whenever you need it. While you can in theory keep it out all the time. I always put mine in the fridge overnight and take out in the morning when I make coffee.

fresh fruit and cheese platter

La Soeurette Guide: The Perfect Cheese Board

I have to admit I love a cheese board. So much so that I would easily swap dessert for cheese and bread. Add in a few tasty crackers, dried fruit and paté even better! I love putting out cheese for guests but it’s also as an easy dinner. I am also fascinated by pictures of pretty cheese boards. But after watching many videos and making even more cheese platters. Here are my tips for building the perfect cheese board.

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Things We Love: Beautycounter Counter Plus All Bright C Serum

This juicy Vitamin C infused serum is not only a clean beauty product, but it will nourish and brighten your skin! I was blessed with great skin. My grandma had it, my dad has it, my sister has and I have it. But as I age, sometimes I wish that the brightness would last longer. […]

prosecco-bubbles close up

Prosecco: Versatile & Great for All Occasions

Quality can be judged at first pour. I have traveled throughout Italy and found that there are two key characteristics one must follow when making your selections. Bubbles and taste! The more bubbles that rise to the top and the length for which you see those bubbles is typically a good indicator of higher quality wines, especially Prosecco

Braised Pork Arrabbiata

I wanted to make something delicious and new, so I bought a frozen red wattle pig pork shoulder from Rustic Road Farm in Elburn, Wisconsin. I love to braise with my Le Creuset. This article from The New York Times was the basis of my recipe, but I made a few small changes. I used both fire roasted tomatoes from Whole Foods and a large can of San Marzano tomatoes. In addition, handfuls of Italian Parsley and fresh basil added depth and dimension.