I’m taking it easy today.  The hot summer days make my appetite disappear.  But, we still have to eat!  I’ll be featuring some delicious cold soups and lighter menus along the way over the next three months.  In Coastal Georgia we have hot, steamy weather from now until mid September.  It calls for slowing down, really being on island time and savoring the special moments only summer can bring.  Mr. T and I find ourselves alone more and more often as my daughter becomes an independent young woman….unless, of course, she needs something….you know how it is.  On one such recent evening I really didn’t feel like cooking. I thawed some really good ground steak since Mr. T loves my blackened hamburgers.  I, not being much of a meat eater, opted for a bit of bruschetta to go with the main course.  We opened a bottle of wine and shared a delicious meal we both enjoyed.  Dining for two can be challenging, but it is possible…just get creative and go!

Blackened Cajun Bunless Burgers

Sauteed Vidalia Onions

Bruschetta

Pinot Noir

Blackened Cajun Bunless Burgers

1/2 pound (for two, increase as needed) ground steak, lean

2 teaspoons cajun seasoning (I use Sangre de Cristo Spice Company, available at Island Natural Foods or on line)

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

Divide the meat and make patties.  Season both sides of each patty with the cajun seasoning.  Heat the oil over medium heat, add the patties and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side.  These can also be cooked on an outdoor grill.

Sauteed Vidalia Onions

2 large Vidalia onions, skin removed and sliced into 1/2 inch slices

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

French grey sea salt and pepper to taste

Heat the olive oil in a skillet, add the onion slices and cook until transparent and just beginning to brown.  Season with salt and pepper.  I use the onions as a “bed” and place the burger on top.

Bruschetta

1/2 baguette cut in 1/4 inch slices on the diagonal

olive oil to brush on the bread

1 cup heirloom cherry tomatoes, red, yellow and purple

1 cup fresh watercress, washed and chopped

1/4 cup fresh basil, cut into chiffonade

French grey sea salt and pepper to taste

a bit of white balsamic vinegar, optional

1/2 cup shaved parmesan cheese

Heat the oven to 300 degrees.  Brush both sides of the sliced bread with olive oil and place on a sheet pan.  Bake for about 20 – 25 minutes, until the bread is toasted and just browning.

Combine the remaining ingredients in a small boll and toss well.  Pile the mixture on the slices of bread and sprinkle with shaved parmesan cheese.

Here’s this weeks link to this weekend’s music scene in Coastal Georgia!  Thanks to Kathi Williams and her wonderful blog I’m With The Band SSI!  http://www.imwiththebandonssi.blogspot.com/

Melissa | Finally Friday!, food & entertaining | 06 21st, 2013 | No Comments »

I met with Mark Gagliano to talk about this year’s trend in summer wines.  The heat is on here in Coastal Georgia with temperatures reaching into the 90’s and the humidity soaring.  If you love good wine like Mr. T and I do you may be wondering what is new, refreshing and perfect for a hot summer evening.  Mark, endearingly know as The Wine Guy at our local Harris Teeter, is an expert and I’m presenting five of the wines we discussed yesterday for your summer entertaining.

Casal Garcia’s Vinho Verde, a light, refreshing wine with a slight “spritz”, perfect with all of your summer favorites.  Pair it with melon and prosciutto, seafood, salads of all kinds…it holds its own deliciously!

Las Rocas’ Rose’.  Mark thinks Rose’ has gotten less attention than it deserves in recent years.  Making a good Rose’ involves leaving the skin on the fruit for less time than required in the making of a good red wine.  Rose’ can come from any wine producing country.  Las Rocas Rose’ is from Spain.  Mr. T and I sampled a bottle last night and I really enjoyed it.  We are big Pinot Noir fans so this was a bit different, but very tasty.  Again, it’s great on sipping on a hot afternoon or to accompany lighter summer fare.  You can also try uncorking the bottle, adding a sprig of fresh rosemary and replacing the cork for the afternoon as the wine chills to infuse the wine with a bit of the herbs flavor.

Bex Riesling.  This delicious white wine has an undertone of pear and peach….yummy!  It is a bit on the sweeter side and goes well with fruit and cheese platters, sweet Georgia shrimp salad, almost any lighter fish dish or on its own with some frozen green grapes thrown in for decoration.  Light and fruity for a hot summer lunch or dinner.

Meiomi Pinot Noir.  This is at the top of my list.  We enjoyed a bottle of this at dinner the other night when friends brought it to go with a Paella dinner I prepared.  We dined al fresco and this wine was absolute perfection.  A bit fruity but light and so full of flavor.  Chill it a bit before serving and enjoy.

Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio.  This is an old favorite of mine from my New York City days.  I used to buy it by the case during the summer.  It is light, a bit dry and so perfect with an antipasto platter, cold shellfish, veal piccata, perfect paired with pizza Margherita.

Savigny Les Beaume Pinot Noir.   This is one of the Cadillac’s in the Pinot Noir world.  This fine wine comes from the Burgundy region of France.  Full bodied, yet still light and perfect for a warm evening.  Again, try chilling it a bit before serving.

Mark says it’s about style not brand when it comes to a good wine.  Prices range anywhere from $9.99 on up.  And it isn’t about price….that does not define a good wine.  I think a great idea for summer entertaining is a wine tasting party where appetizers are paired with various wines, guests find their favorites and votes are cast.  It’s fun for everyone!

Don’t forget about spritzers either.  Mark suggests mixing your wine with sparkling water instead of seltzer.  He also gave me a tip I never thought of.  The next time I’m having pizza I’m going to order a glass of white zinfandel to test his theory that this is a great pairing.  Since he has never steered me wrong in wine selecting I’m sure this will be something new to enjoy and add to my list! A Votre Sante’!

Melissa | Finally Friday!, food & entertaining | 06 20th, 2013 | 2 Comments »

I am pleased to welcome Angela Wigger today!  Angela is the Director of Tourism in St. Mary’s, Georgia.  Please enjoy her post on a wonderfully historic town!

Historic St. Marys, Georgia offers picturesque streets lined with centuries old live-oaks draped in Spanish moss and the restorative beauty of pristine waterways and marshes. Quaint shops, charming restaurants, and comfortable lodging options await you in this very captivating water-side community. The city prides itself on a diverse blend of residents and has sustained a rich and varied history through the prosperity of the railroad, shrimping boats, and the paper mill and through the arrival of the National Park Service and the Kings Bay Naval Submarine Base.  With numerous Bed & Breakfasts, hotels and rental houses to choose from you can find the perfect location for your needs whether it’s a military reunion, family vacation or romantic get-away. To learn about the lodging options visit http://www.stmaryswelcome.com/lodgingV2.html.

Bird blind at the Crooked River state. Park Photo credit Georgia DNR

St. Marys is the eco-tourists dream with biking, kayaking and bird-watching in areas like the St. Mary River, Crooked River State Park and Cumberland Island National Seashore.

Photo credit Up The Creek Xpeditions

St. Marys is a real water lovers paradise. For a real close-to-nature experience visit Up The Creek Xpeditions at www.upthecreekx.com. With advance reservations, you can take a tour and visit the flora and fauna of the St. Marys harbor, Crooked Rivers’ Cherry Point, Cumberland Island, the Okefenokee Wildlife Refuge and more.

History timeline in welcome center

The St. Marys Welcome Center offers an experiential environment, with a history timeline of the area, a coastal marsh scene mural and a scavenger hunt for the kids.  Guests can also take advantage of free wireless internet serves or even use a guest computer in the center.

St. Marys Film Museum exhibit. Photo credit St. Marys Convention & Visitors Bureau

The St. Marys Welcome Center is also home to the St. Marys Film Museum which offers a free admission display room housing some favorite pieces of memorabilia from Sea Biscuit to Royal Pains.

During your visit, make time for our antebellum house-museum called Orange Hall, the Oak Grove Cemetery, and the St. Marys Submarine Museum, where the history and sacrifice of the submarine force are highlighted within 5,000 square feet of displays featuring shipboard equipment, a control panel and a working periscope.

Shopping is fun and unique with spots like Market on the Square, The Golden Pineapple, ORCA’s and Lulu’s Redstar.  You will find several bookstores and two antique and collectible’s mall’s to ensure you come away the perfect item.

Great dining options abound with many options to choose from. Options, like The Blue Goose Wine and Coffee Shop with its comfortable indoor and outdoor seating options, are perfect any time of the day and there are some great coastal cuisine picks where you can get the best in grouper, shrimp and scallops.

You may decide to relax with the locals in our local saloon where everyone is always welcome and you may find that you get a bit of “southern sass” from our favorite bartender.

Pauly’s Café is a quaint spot that specializes in American and Italian.  Great spot for lunch or dinner while in town.

Plum Orchard Mansion on Cumberland Island

Of course, St. Marys is the “Gateway to Cumberland Island.”  The ferry departs St. Marys to take you the 45 minutes by passenger ferry to the Cumberland Island National Seashore, now in its 40th year as national seashore. There are no shops or restaurants on the island.  This is Nature and Adventure in its purest form.  Bring a day-pack and a lunch and enjoy walking the island or sign up for the motorized “Land & Legacies” tours.  These guided “north end tours” are given by park service staff and allow visitors to cover much more of the island than what they could see hiking on their own for a day trip.  Sites may include Plum Orchard, the First African Baptist Church and the Stafford Plantation site.  The tour begins once you arrive on the island, at 9:45 a.m., lasts approximately 6 hours and space is limited.  Cumberland Island was listed as one of the “Best US Southern Islands” by Travel Channel in January 2013.  Advance reservations a strongly recommended for the Cumberland Island ferry and the Lands & Legacies tours.  Visit www.nps.gov/cuis for reservation information.

As you begin to plan a visit to historic St. Marys or to Cumberland Island, contact the St. Marys Convention & Visitors Bureau for travel assistance and information.  We can be reached at 1-866-868-2199, info@stmaryswelcome.com or www.stmaryswelcome.com.

Melissa | food & entertaining, people, Shop! | 06 11th, 2013 | 1 Comment »

T.C. Dasheuang has absolutely innovated Thai cuisine. As the owner of Basil Thai and Sushi, Dasheuang offers a wide array of dishes  prepared with the perfect balance of detail and variety. Each entree allows diners to experience an enticing combination of flavors. Dasheuang’s dishes tantalize the tongue with complex combinations complimenting  sour, sweet, salty, and bitter tastes.  It comes as no surprise that delighted expressions rest on each customer’s face.

Among the most popular dishes are  Pad Thai, the Thai Fried Rice, Thai Salmon, as well as the Pan Roasted Filet Mignon Prime, the New Zealand Lamb Chop, and  sushi rolls. The Pad Thai is combines flat rice noodles with delicious local shrimp, succulent chicken and egg. ‘The crispy bean sprouts, crunchy peanuts and  lime complete the cuisine. The Thai Fried Rice is jasmine served with monster prawns and chicken paired with flavorful pineapples, tomatoes, and cucumbers. T.C.’s Thai Salmon is slowly grilled over pan-tossed zucchini, yellow squash, and fresh curry. Noticeably, however,  Basil offers non-Thai dishes such as Filet Mignon and the Lamb Chop. Manager Christine Davis states, “Basil is able to stand out from other Thai restaurants because of our ability to fuse different traditional dishes into one. Our kitchen staff specializes in more than one cuisine.” The dishes exquisitely blend the flavors of Southeast Asia with traditional Western fare. The Pan Roasted Filet Mignon Prime is grilled with asparagus, organic sweet onions, and topped with a wild mushroom and red wine reduction. Basil’s New Zealand Lamb Chop is grilled with roasted red peppers and steamed vegetables  covered with Thai Basil and shitake mushroom sauce.The restaurant also specializes in sushi, a traditionally Japanese dish.

Basil also offers an array of signature martinis and other libations.

An inside view of the establishment.

For reservations or inquiries please call (912)-345-7625 or visit www.basilthaiandsushi.com

Melissa | food & entertaining, Out&About | 06 1st, 2013 | No Comments »

I usually present my readers with a menu for entertaining on Friday.  Today, I’m sharing a product line.  AND, I’m sharing something new to The Permanent Tourist!  Kathi Williams’ www.imwiththebandonssi.blogspot.com  Readers may recognize Kathi’s name from her time with Coastal Illustrated and her current position with Elegant Island Living.  Kathi has the most up to the minute news on what’s happening musically on any given weekend.  Scroll to the bottom of this post for the connection!

Tom Carroll, President

Sunset Farm Foods has been doing business since 1918.  What began as a small business, Flasher’s Meat Market, located in Valdosta, Georgia,  has evolved and become the thriving company it is today.  Still family owned, Sunset Farm has made their mark and now offers their product line for sale nationwide via their website, http://sunsetfarmfoods.com.

The people at Sunset Farm sent me some sausage to sample.  We grilled them for our Memorial Day get together this past Monday and everyone raved about them!  You can taste the fresh ingredients and juicy goodness with the perfect “snap” when you take your first bite.  I especially liked the smoked sausage with black peppercorns……just the right amount of spice!

I put some barbecued chicken on the grill alongside the sausages and it was still on the platter at the end of the party……..so much for chicken!

You’ll find the complete line of sausages and other fine products on the website.  These people know what they’re doing and the product line is full of good things….there are a few “fan” products like this cute apron.

Paired with a bun, some sauerkraut and my beloved Zatarain’s Creole Mustard…..it was soooooo yummy!  As they say at Sunset Farm….”Taste The Goodness Of The South!”  You’ll love ’em ya’ll!

Sunset Farm Foods, Inc. 1201 Madison Hwy, Valdosta, GA 31603, (800) 882-1121, www.sunsetfarmfoods.com

There’s so much going on all over the Golden Isle’s on any given weekend!  Go here:  http://imwiththebandonssi.blogspot.com to read all about what’s happening this weekend!   Get to know Kathi and enjoy!

Melissa | Finally Friday!, food & entertaining, people | 05 31st, 2013 | No Comments »

I usually do not repeat a post, but in this case I have made an exception.  I participated in an on-line link party that was an international event last week.  I also posted this story about Marian on Monday of that week.  I didn’t feel that her story got to be up long enough due to the event so I am reposting today.  This is a great product and Marian is an outstanding entrepreneur.  I hope you’ll enjoy her story and try her product!

There is NOTHING I love more than a success story in the making.    I think I came into this world hard wired with an entrepreneurial spirit.  I appreciate anyone who has the ideas, drive and ambition to make something work.  I am sharing this post with you once again since Marian’s interview got mixed into a week long International Link Party I was asked to participate.  Marian’s story and her product are so good, I feel they need the undivided attention of my readers!

When I met Marian Aiksnora last week I was not disappointed.  I tasted her “Bloody Amazing Bloody Mari ‘n’ Marinade Island Seasoning” at Vivan’s AccentMarketplace when a pitcher of Bloody Mary’s was there for tasting on a rainy Saturday afternoon.  I’m always looking for delicious mixes for drinks.  At first taste I felt a slight pucker from the tartness, then, as the flavors grew in my mouth I thought, “Wow!”, this is really great!  I, personally, do not like a bland Bloody Mary.

I picked up a flyer for the product and realized that this is not JUST Bloody Mary Mix.  Marian has taken her product a step further and created all sorts of recipes that use her mix with awesome results!

Marian Aiksonra is a winner.  After years of working in the high tech world as a graphic designer, she found herself in financial straights after the now famous crash of 2008.  Raising two children on one’s own is always a challenge and with no job, even more so.  Marian accepted a position as bartender at a golf club in Connecticut.  Customers would order Bloody Marys, but they were not happy with the club’s recipe.  After putting together a list of ingredients suggested by her clientele, Marian came up with this delicious blend of spicy tomato goodness that adds a kick to the ever popular brunch drink as well as cocktail dipping sauce, steak marinade and many other recipes she has come up with.  “All I wanted to do was make a good Bloody Mary mix.”, Marian told me, this product has gone far beyond that!

“Bloody Amazing” is available on-line or you can find a store near you by visiting the website, http://www.bloodyamazingseasoning.com/shop.html .  It doesn’t take much, so a bottle goes a long way.  Cheers Marian!  I wish you a huge success and I believe that wish will come true!

Melissa | food & entertaining, people | 05 29th, 2013 | 3 Comments »

Zach Dismer makes his debut with a weekly Saturday post on what’s happening in Coastal Georgia. Welcome Zach!

Saint Simons is well-known for its picturesque beaches, its wild, wondrous oaks, and overall scenic allure; however, it will soon be acknowledged for another feature- as the birthplace of Solid Gold Thunder. A sextet producing catchy, radio-friendly songs, Solid Gold Thunder’s eclectic sound came to local attention in 2011. The group’s musical style encompasses many genres, including pop, indie, and rock, but also includes elements of hip-hop and funk. The collaborative effort, as bassist Jet Turner states, “is a revival of rock and roll. It’s a movement that promotes letting loose and feeling good.” It is this wide-ranging sound that has escalated Thunder’s recognition beyond just fans. The group was selected from a field of 2,000 entrants to participate in Sony Record’s Sound and Image Showcase in the Winter of 2012 and went on to perform in New York City before corporate producers of Will Smith and Biz Markie. The band was also invited to perform at the Big Ticket Event this past December in Jacksonville, Florida with bands such as Fun, Of Monsters and Men, and Silversun Pickups. Needless to say, the group’s efforts have not gone unrecognized and a golden future awaits these young musicians.

Solid Gold Thunder at the  Sound and Image Showcase

Listed left to right, Solid Gold Thunder consists of bassist Jet Turner, keyboardist and background vocalist Levi Hamilton, lead vocalist Kyle Davis, drummer Steuart Wainright, and rhythm guitarist and background vocalist Randall Dowling.

Solid Gold Thunder’s latest release The Hot Weather Sessions EP is currently available on iTunes and Spotify.

The group will also be performing at the First Coast Music Festival on June 1, 2013 in Jacksonville, FL. For more details, please visit http://www.firstcoastmusicfestival.com

For more information on Solid Gold Thunder, please visit:

http://www.solidgoldthunder.com

http://www.purevolume.com/solidgoldthunder

Melissa | food & entertaining, people | 05 25th, 2013 | 2 Comments »

It’s Finally Friday and the link party is ending!

I had to share an authentic French recipe with my readers.

Just hearing the word “Souffle” brings a cold chill to the heart of most cooks.  But this one is so very easy….please give it a try.  My recipe is based on one that originated in Suzanne Somers first weight loss book “Eat Great, Lose Weight”.  It is delicious and the perfect lunch or rainy night supper dish.  Paired with a crisp green salad dressed with classic French vinaigrette….perfection!

Simple Cheese Souffle

1 tablespoon butter, softened

6 large eggs, separated

1 pinch cayenne pepper

1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg

gray salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste

4 ounces cream cheese, softened

3/4 shredded Swiss Cheese

3/4 shredded Gruyere Cheese

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.  Coat a six cup souffle pan with the butter.  In a mixing bowl, combine the egg yolks, cayenne, nutmeg and other seasoning.  Using a wire whisk, combine the egg mixture with the grated and softened cheese until smooth.  In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff.  Fold the egg whites into the cheese mixture and carefully spoon into the buttered pan.  Bake for 15 minutes at 425 degrees, then lower the oven to 400 degrees for 20 minutes longer, or until a knife slipped into the center of the souffle comes out clean.  Voila!

So, I bid my new friends adieu, for the time being.  This week has been a break from my usual blogging routine!  Thanks to my readers for your patience and interest!

Have a wonderful weekend…..till we meet again…..Au Revoir.

Melissa | Finally Friday!, food & entertaining | 05 24th, 2013 | 15 Comments »

There’s a new exit off of I-95, exit 22, Horsestamp Church Road, in Camden County.   If you turn right and head west, you’ll find the Horse Stamp Inn just over three miles down on the left.  I had no idea what a treat I was in for when we took a short road trip to visit the new owners, Kris and Tom Hutcheson.

Southern hospitality abounds the minute you turn onto the drive that leads to this elegant home.

The home was built in 2006, and turned into a bed & breakfast by the Hutcheson’s in August 2012.  It has all of the amenities you could want for a romantic getaway, girls weekend or family gathering!

The decorating is charming and tranquil, thanks to Kris and her design talents.  Each of the five bedrooms has its own private bath.

The bridal suite is a romantic dream come true with french doors opening onto a balcony that overlooks the pasture.  The bathroom is elegant, and spacious so any bride will feel comfortable dressing for her big day.

Speaking of weddings.  The Horse Stamp Inn is the perfect place for weddings!  They offer packages that include everything from valet parking for guests to a horse drawn carriage, music and catering.

The state of the art kitchen is manned by Kris and Tom for a gourmet breakfast spread which may include Georgia Peach French Toast or Tom’s famous breakfast casserole.  Champagne mimosa’s, fresh fruit and other side dishes  are served to delight your appetite.

Personal chefs are available for dinners, served in the elegant dining room with a menu that made my mouth water.  The three course dinner offers several choices of entrees with delicious fresh, local vegetables served on the side and a glass of red or white wine.

Topping it all off is a pristine swimming pool, a fire pit for making smores or enjoying a glass of wine on a crisp fall evening and an 18 foot tall swing set that will bring the kid out in anyone!

Luxury, hospitality and the wonderful company of the Hutcheson’s make this a place to put at the top of your list for your next weekend getaway.  For more information visit:  http://www.horsestampinn.com/

Here’s to you, Kris and Tom.  You have created an elegant, peaceful haven…..not far from either Jacksonville or Savannah.

Horse Stamp Inn – 2418 Horsestamp Church Road – Waverly, Georgia 31565

 912-882-6280

Melissa | food & entertaining, people | 05 16th, 2013 | 15 Comments »

All right readers!  Hide your eyes and plug up your ears if you are on a diet.  This post is all about the fabulous birthday dinner I prepared for my Dad last week.  Listen, if you make it to 85 years I think you should be able to choose whatever you want to eat to celebrate!  This is what Dad wanted and this is what he got!  It’s authentically French….right down to the butter, more butter and….yes, a bit more butter.  I abstained from eating the beef, just had a tiny taste and piled my plate with veggies and a small helping of the Chateau Potatoes.

Bleu Brie with Apples and Water Crackers

Chateaubriand

Chateau Potatoes

Steamed Vegetables

Hollandaise Sauce

Creme Brulee with Fresh Raspberries

Chateau LaFitte

Bleu Brie with Apples and Water Crackers

I found a lovely wedge of cheese at my local market, a soft brie, shot through with a rich bleu….served with apple slices and simple water crackers….the family gathered round to sample as I cooked.

Chateaubriand

The name sounds daunting, but this is a very simple dish to make.  The key is getting the BEST quality of beef you can find.  I had my butcher cut a 3 pound, center cut piece from the tenderloin. (Preheat your oven to 400 degrees)   Sprinkle the meat with a mixture of grey salt and good, cracked black pepper.  Heat two tablespoons of olive oil in a large pan on top of the stove.  Brown all surfaces of the beef and drain off the fat.  Place the meat, in the drained pan, into the preheated oven.  Roast for 20 minutes for medium rare….the correct temperature for a perfect Chateaubriand.  Remove from the oven, cover with foil and let stand 15 minutes before slicing into 1/2 inch thick slices.

Chateau Potatoes

2 pounds of yellow, fingerling potatoes, sliced into small ovals (cut on the diagonal)

6 tablespoons butter

1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional)

3/4 teaspoons grey salt

1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

These will bake with the beef in a 400 degree oven.  Melt the butter in an oven proof skillet (I use my cast iron skillet for these) over medium-high heat.  Saute the sliced potatoes in the butter for five minutes.  Place the skillet into the over, alongside the tenderloin and bake for 20 minutes.  You’ll want to turn the potatoes after 10 minutes.  Remove the skillet from the oven and sprinkle with parsley, salt and pepper.

Steamed Vegetables

1/2 pound haricort vert (French string beans)

1 bunch of asparagus, cleaned and snapped to four inches

1 bunch brocollini, cleaned and trimmed to four inches

6 organic carrots, cleaned, peeled and julienned

Steam the veggies in vegetable broth over low heat for about 6-8 minutes.  You want them to be a bit crisp, never mushy and wilted.

Hollandaise Sauce

I suppose you might say I used a short cut for this.  I have made Hollandaise the old fashioned way for years but this is quicker and it is foolproof!  Even Ina Garten features a blender recipe for hollandaise so I’m in good company!

In a blender place:

3 egg yolks

1 tablespoon FRESH lemon juice

1/2 teaspoon sea salt

Place the top on the blender and pulse to combine for a minute or so.  Remove the little cap and pour 10 tablespoons of melted butter into the egg mixture in a steady stream with the motor running.  This will form a thick sauce that can be served to the side with the vegetables, beef and potatoes.  I added a tablespoon of tarragon to create Bernaise sauce….so yummy with the vegetables!

Creme Brulee with Fresh Raspberries

I have featured this recipe before, but it’s one of Dad’s favorites so here it is again!

*Thanks to About.com:  French Food for this yummy recipe.

There you have it!  After this feast you may want to abstain from fat and cholesterol for a few days!  But it was simply delicious!  Enjoy!

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Melissa | Finally Friday!, food & entertaining | 05 10th, 2013 | 3 Comments »