Poached Salmon Steak with Cucumbers

Now that I'm  "retired" I spend more time cooking!  This dish has the unusual addition of cooked cucumbers, still fresh and crunchy, that go well with salmon.

Served with a nice tossed salad, it's a great spring time meal.

California Avocado Gratin

California Avocado Gratin with bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese.

Ingredients

* 1 medium size California Avocado (Peeled and Mashed)
* 1 Tbsp flour
* 1 Tbsp butter
* 1 Cup liquid hot milk
* Salt and pepper to taste
* Parmesan cheese or cheddar or mozarella
* Thyme and Parsley
* Breadcrumbs
* One egg (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare a bechamel sauce as usual.
2. Melt butter in a pan and stir in the flour.
3. Pour the hot milk over the mixture till it thickens.
4. Add a beaten egg if you wish, it gives the dish more body.
5. Put in your mashed California Avocado.
6. Put also a cupful of grated cheese.
7. Place in a baking tray.
8. Top with breadcrumbs and grated cheese.
9. Cook in oven at 375 for 25 minutes.
10. Can be served cold with toast bread.
11. Can be served with a green salad or tomato chutney.

Lunedi Lunch

 

No,  I'm  not developing a lisp. I don't know what that's about, it's just weird... Miss you guys!!!!

Basil, Portabella Toasties!

And some Asparagus... Yum!

polenta on new plates

polenta with tomatoes and corn sauce and blue potatoes.... and notice these awesome plates!

Happy valentines

I know that was ..like... a month ago. But i finally uploaded these pictures.

ginger spice cookies.

Expansion

Curious if anyone has any ideas on how to make better use of this site. Add your comments and we'll all discuss the next phase.

Grandmom's Ravioli's

Not exactly Grandmom's. The rav's are from Joey Noodles at Superior Pasta Company in South Philly. The "gravy" is definitely  Grandmom's special recipe.