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Slow-roasted tomatoes, creamy whipped goat cheese, crisp crostini, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze come together in this simple Tomato Confit Crostini—a beautiful summer appetizer made for easy entertaining.
Inspired by Le Cordon Bleu Summer Cookery (1971), Tomatoes Gervais is a timeless French luncheon recipe featuring ripe summer tomatoes filled with a delicate herb cheese. A simple, elegant dish perfect for warm afternoons, picnics, and leisurely lunches.
Ripe summer tomatoes filled with buttery herb crumbs, baked until tender, and served as part of a simple summer supper. In this edition of The Inner Kitchen, we're making Stuffed Provençal Tomatoes inspired by the quiet pleasure of seasonal cooking and making something good from what we already have on hand.
French Country Ham Quiche is inspired by the rustic meals and leisurely garden tables featured in Sunset Country French Cooking. Made with ham, asparagus, scallions, and a blend of cheeses baked into a rich custard, this From Scratch Sensations recipe is perfect for brunch, luncheon, or a simple supper.
A vintage shrimp salad from Charleston Recipes Repeats (1986). Combining pasta shells, shrimp, crisp vegetables, and a creamy dressing, this simple coastal luncheon recipe is perfect for summer suppers, warm-weather gatherings, and nostalgic afternoons by the sea.
Spring Scotch Broth offers a steady warmth for the early season — tender grains and vegetables coming together in a nourishing, quietly restorative bowl.
A warm, molten wheel of Camembert baked with garlic and thyme — meant for tearing bread, dipping generously, and lingering at the table. A February appetizer designed for candlelit evenings and shared plates.
Silky whipped ricotta finished with honey, lemon zest, and cracked black pepper — an understated appetizer meant for warm bread, shared plates, and lingering winter evenings.
Savory, softly spiced, and baked until golden, these Baked Horseradish Squares are a vintage-inspired winter bite. Served warm, they’re perfect as a quiet appetizer or alongside a comforting January table.
A warming winter chowder with tender chicken, sweet corn, and a gentle touch of curry. This Curried Chicken & Corn Chowder is rich without being heavy — a comforting bowl meant for slow evenings and quiet January meals.
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