Food archive
Saturday, September 06, 2008
Chiarello’s back
We’re going to see a lot more of Michael Chiarello in wine country.
Chocolate, wine and helping women
Each year, Napa Emergency Women Services and the Child Abuse Prevention Council of Napa County help women and children rebuild lives shattered by violence.
PLT (Pancetta, Lettuce and Tomato) Sandwich
You've probably figured it out already. A PLT is a BLT with pancetta in place of bacon. I’ve made a few other refinements, too. Instead of putting the bread in a toaster, I butter it and grill the sandwich on a griddle or in a cast-iron pan. And I weight the sandwich while I'm grilling it, which makes the bread brown better. Adding basil to the mayonnaise gives it an herbal lift, and romaine hearts contribute a fresh crunch. I love the contrast of crisp, hot, cool and creamy in this sandwich.
Raw Corn, Arugula and Pecorino Salad with Whole Citrus Vinaigrette
Extra virgin olive oil
Breakfast sandwich
You might want to make two, and reheat the second one tomorrow morning! Add a piece of fruit and a glass of milk and you have a meal. Best of all, you’ve met half the day’s calcium requirement already!