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5 11, 2014

Polenta, Bacon, and Gouda Stuffed Peppers (Recipe)

2023-03-02T18:01:35+00:00Recipes|

Ingredients 12-15 jalapenos or mini-bell peppers (or a combination) 1/2 cup quick cooking polenta 1 1/4 cups milk 5 slices bacon 1/2 cup grated smoked gouda 1/2 tsp. salt Instructions Slice off 1/3 of each pepper (lengthwise from stem to tip) exposing inner cavity Use a grapefruit spoon or paring knife to carefully remove the ...[ get the full recipe ]

31 12, 2013

Cucina Rustica’s Ricotta & Bacon Stuffed Mushrooms

2023-03-02T18:03:44+00:00Restaurants & Travel|

Recently, I had the opportunity to eat at Cucina Rustica ("CR") in downtown LA.  It is at the corner of Wilshire and Figueroa (888 Wilshire Blvd.).  CR offers a warm atmosphere and a cozy bar downstairs with food and great happy hour wine deals.  Try the thin-crust Vulcano pizza with pepporoni, sausage, and sliced, fresh jalapenos ...[ get the full recipe ]

30 06, 2013

Homemade Pizza -Yum!

2023-03-02T18:06:24+00:00Cooking Blog|

My favorite pizzas have ultra-thin, crispy crust like one finds in Italy, so I have been experimenting with different crusts for a while now.  The secret seems to be using a cracker-type recipe instead of a yeast-based dough.  This also has the additional advantage that you don't have to wait for it to rise, so you can ...[ get the full recipe ]

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