Dear readers, Six months have passed since I began the blogging journey. A lot has happened in my life since the day I wrote my first post, and a lot has happened here at Susy's Home and Hearth, too. You'll find 33 of my original recipes, several posts on knitted items and DIY projects, several … Continue reading Six months blogging, 6-“monthiversary”
Recently my sister's fiance came to visit. I wanted to make some sort of cake or dessert to welcome him, but wasn't sure what would be best. My sister recommended a "Madeleine" cake, as she remembered eating a piece together with her fiance one time, and recalled him liking it. I have to admit that … Continue reading Entertaining with the Madeleine cake: gateau madeleine
Hello there! Is anyone else dreaming of spring? In some areas of the world spring is already in full swing. Here, where I live, the first day of spring is fast approaching but the weather is far from "springy". We had another sprinkling of snow last night. That isn't keeping me from thinking of nice … Continue reading Spring is coming and other thoughts
This pasta recipe is incredibly easy and very flavorful. If you'd like to switch things up a little, this is a light and fresh take on tomato pasta. Pasta of choice (enough for about 4 people)2 cups fresh tomato, 4 or 5 fresh parsley sprigs, chopped2 or 3 cloves garlic, dicedolive oil (2 Tbsp or … Continue reading Pasta asciutta with fresh tomatoes, garlic, and parsley
Here is my husband's favorite cake. Well, one of his top two favorite cakes. It's sweet, but not overly so; simple and classic. The homemade creme patisserie is smooth and creamy and the fresh raspberries add the perfect amount of tartness. I guarantee you, this cake is amazing! For the creme*: 1/3 cup + 1 … Continue reading Swiss roll cake with raspberries and creme patisserie
Who ever said that the winter was dreary? Oh yeah. I did. Where I live the winter really does linger on into the time that rightly belongs to the spring. The gray days seem to stretch on without end. Today I went for a walk in the woods, and while it was sunny before I … Continue reading A winter walk in the woods
Anyone else really like broccoli rabe? It makes a great addition to an omelette or frittata. Here's an easy broccoli rabe frittata recipe: enjoy! 4 cups chopped broccoli rabe1 clove garlic2-3 Tbsp buttersalt, to taste1/4 tsp ground black peppersplash of water or broth4 jumbo or 5 large eggs Stove temp: medium / medium-low Wash the … Continue reading Broccoli rabe frittata with garlic butter
Fennel has a delicate, aromatic flavor that works really well with tart tomatoes and apple cider vinegar. This recipe is incredibly easy to put together. But, don't let its simplicity deceive you: it's a truly special dish and makes a light, healthy, and flavorful side. Equal parts: Florence fennel (finocchio) Equal parts: tomato (I used … Continue reading Simple Florence fennel and tomato salad
Carrots are good. Can't they feel a bit ordinary at times, though? Here's a fun carrot recipe to spice things up a little. 3 medium carrots2 Tbsp butter1/2 cup + 3 Tbsp fresh orange juice1/8 tsp cinnamondash clovessalt, to taste1/8 cup balsamic vinegar"glug" maple syrup (about 2 tsp, or so) Cut the carrots into batonnet … Continue reading Spiced orange carrots with reduced balsamic drizzle
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