My latest fetish.
Tartufello - Tuscan Raw Milk Pecorino with Truffle. Grate it on EVERYTHING. Eat a thin slice with wine. Dab the scent behind my ears. God this stuff is good.
(Marty''s Liquors, 675 Washington Street Newton, MA)
I'm afraid my To Do list is a bit long and not much cooking is happening around here lately. It's all happening out and about.
Currently planning a Birthday party for 9 on Friday evening. Theme: Indian Dishes: Cumin-scented rice pilaf, Chicken Korma, Papadums, Tangerine Cranberry Chutney, Pineapple Raita, Mango Lassi and Mini chocolate cakes filled with Chai Cream and covered in Chai scented Chocolate Ganache.
An appetizer and ribs surprise party for a gentleman. 7 of his male compatriots will be assisting in the cooking. Plans are still not fixed, but Rubbed Slow Cooked Ribs, Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread, Green Chili Rice Pilaf, Mini crab cakes, Pesto palmiers and a few other things are being tossed about.
In between I am trying to finish the recipes for:
The Hungry Traveler series. Next week is Spain: Paella de Carne, Keftes de Espinaca Con Queso and Churros. I need 3 more countries and about 9 more recipes to finish.
Deli for Dinner Series. Next week, Spiced Chicken Roll-ups with Ranch Dressing, Tortilla Soup and Mexican Chocolate Brownies. Again, 3 more weeks, 9 more recipes needed.
Plan the early Winter curriculum for the 9-11 and 11 -13 year olds. Current thoughts. Comfort Foods and Making a Chef - A basic series from Stone Soup to Souffles, Saute to Sauces.
Finish my CCP exam application. (No, really, I mean it!)
Get recommendations written to convince the Commonwealth of Mass that I am worthy to teach in the private/trade school arena.
My nose has been buried in cookbooks! Hopefully something new and delicious coming soon.
Patience all...Patience
Oh man, I love Tartufello. I first had it when I was putting together a food and wine pairing event with a friend of mine a few years ago. I call it the crack cocaine of cheese.
Posted by: Michael | December 05, 2006 at 09:33 AM