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Wednesday, March 10, 2010   29º F

My goal for Cooking at Home is to demystify and simplify cooking methods used by chefs in professional kitchens. I want to bridge the gap between the home kitchen and the upscale restaurant kitchen. In doing this, I will explain classic techniques you can use while cooking at home. Together, we'll explore cuisines from around the world. Cooking at Home is seasonally driven with a focus on fresh, local ingredients whenever possible. Although our recipes might concentrate on cooking "from scratch," I understand time constraints of modern life, so I will include hints for shortcuts or substitutions. I'd love to hear from you at food@ynn.com - Dan Eaton


Soups and Salads

Recipe: Tomato and Fennel Soup with Ricotta-Parmesan Crostini

Very simple and tasty vegetarian soup!

<EM>Recipe</EM>: Tomato and Fennel Soup with Ricotta-Parmesan Crostini

Updated 03/09/2010 05:00 AM

Appetizers

Cold Sesame Noodles

Great to keep on hand in the fridge for a ready to go healthy meal!

Cold Sesame Noodles

Updated 03/08/2010 05:00 AM

Entrees

Recipe: Asparagus, Ham and Cheddar Quiche

A simplified version with a dried breadcrumb base!

<EM>Recipe:</EM> Asparagus, Ham and Cheddar Quiche

Updated 03/07/2010 05:00 AM

Desserts

Recipe: Cranberry Upside Down Cake

A tart and sweet twist on a classic pineapple upside down cake!

<EM>Recipe:</EM> Cranberry Upside Down Cake

03/02/2010 03:18 PM

Vegetables

Recipe: Carolina Kale Black Eyed Peas

Dan Eaton shows us how to make Carolina Kale with yams and black eyed peas!

<EM>Recipe:</EM> Carolina Kale Black Eyed Peas

Updated 02/20/2010 05:00 AM