Recent Foodsville publications by Patty

Grandma Maria's Spicy Tomato Sauce

patty.tulloch@hp.com — Sun, 02 Mar 2008 16:35:15

This recipe has been in our family for over a century, originating from the Apulia region in Italy. Italian San Marzano tomatoes are preferred for this recipe, but if you can't find them, Progresso whole peeled tomatoes put through a food mill is a good option.

Putting tomatoes through a food mill eliminates seeds and reduces the sometimes bitter or sour taste of the tomato.

Old New Amsterdam SuperBowl Snacks

patty.tulloch@hp.com — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 17:19:08

New Yorkers are as proud of their rich history, as they are of their sports teams. Long before the G-Men their were the Dutch Settlers. And long before Eli was marching his team down the field, Henri Hudson was sailing his boat up one of New York's longest rivers.

So it seems appropriate to pay a little homage to New York's fine history by imagining what the Dutch Settlers of the 1600s might of been snacking on this coming Sunday while they cheered on their New Amsterdam Giants!

New Netherlands Cole Slaw
Turkey Wheat (a.k.a. Indian Corn) Porridge
Dutch Waffels
Dutch Hutspot (meaning hodgepodge), which consisted of cornmeal porridge cooked with chunks of corned beef and root vegetables.
Roast duck with dumplings, pork with cabbage
Oliekocken might have been served as a sweet snack. These pastries were made with raised yeast dough, shaped into small balls, and fried in hot lard until golden brown....and you guessed it garnered the name "Doughnuts"

To find these recipes and more from the Giant Fans' forefathers check out these books:

And for the more modern New York historian you might also enjoy Arthur Schwartz's New York City Food: An Opinionated History and More Than 100 Legendary Recipes with lots of favorite recipes for of New Yorkers far and wide.

Oh and if you are wondering what the colonists might have done for entertainment in between SuperBowl Sunday and the first pre-season game....Bowling of course. The first Dutch settlers brought bowling to the United States in the 1600s. So if you are looking for something to do after game time look no further than your local Bowling Alley.

Enjoy the SuperBowl and Go Giants!

Gezondheid!

SuperBowl Party Menu Ideas

patty.tulloch@hp.com — Sat, 26 Jan 2008 16:15:05

The Patriots and Giants aren't the only ones putting their game plans together for SuperBowl Sunday. Fans all over the world are getting their invite lists together, rearranging furniture, buying new TVs and most importantly planning their SuperSunday Menus.

If you are still stuck between the Xs and Os of your SuperBowl Menu check out some game day tips from MVP Chefs:

Rachel Ray
Todd English
Giada De Laurentiis: Super Snacks
- Olive and Sun Dried Tomato Tapenade with Endive Leaves
- Italian Quesadillas
- Stuffed Mushrooms
- Prosciutto-Wrapped Breadsticks
- Popcorn with Infused Rosemary Oil
- Salami Crisps with Sour Cream and Basil

Getting Ready for the SuperBowl

patty.tulloch@hp.com — Wed, 23 Jan 2008 16:02:56

To work up an appetite for football and your SuperBowl party you should consider reading one of these great football literary faves:

Or get your party game plan together with the Barefoot Contessa:

Barefoot Contessa Parties!: Ideas and Recipes for Easy Parties That Are Really Fun
by Ina Garten, James Merrell

Six More Michelin Restaurants in the Bay Area

patty.tulloch@hp.com — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 22:10:12

The second San Francisco Bay Area Michelin Guide came out last week and six new restaurants earned stars:

Ame in SF
Coi in SF
Cortez in SF
One Market in SF
Redd in Yountville;
Madrona Manor in Healdsburg
Martini House in St. Helena

Read the press release for details.

And if you are not in the Bay Area but want to get a taste of regional cuisine check out From the Earth to the Table: John Ash's Wine Country Cuisine.

Mom's Zucchini Fritters

patty.tulloch@hp.com — Thu, 25 Oct 2007 22:47:26

This is a family favorite hors d'ouvres recipe. These go so quickly that family members tend to linger around the platter as not to miss out.

Enjoy them at parties, while watching Sunday football or just hanging out with friends.

Buon appetito!

Taking a page from Giada

patty.tulloch@hp.com — Mon, 22 Oct 2007 23:35:19

As I was thinking about some of Giada De Laurentiis books and Italian recpies, I was struck by how time and again she stresses cooking with the freshest ingredients and how simplicity can so often be the key to some of the most enjoyable dishes.

So I started to ponder which Bay Area restaurants served some of the freshest and simplest Italian food. And with that I present you my top three choices:

I've also heard great things about Poggio in Sausalito, though I've never been and would certainly give honorable mention to Bistro Don Giovanni in Napa.

Please share your favorite Bay Area Italian resturants that live up to Giada's fresh and simple philosophy.