Hamburger Hamlet’s Zucchini Zircles

Hamburger Hamlet’s Zucchini Zircles

Hamburger Hamlet was one of my favorite restaurants. My husband and I lived right near the Pasadena location, and we would eat at The Hamlet once a week.  The burgers, large steak fries, french onion soup, chicken dinner and the zucchini appetizer were some of …

Lawry’s Creamed Corn

Lawry’s Creamed Corn

One of our favorite family restaurants is Five Crown’s in Corona del Mar.  My boys love the creamed corn, and actually… I haven’t met anyone who doesn’t.  They provide the recipe online, but having it at the restaurant is best. Ingredients: 1½ tablespoons butter1½ tablespoons …

Maple Braised Belgian Endive

Maple Braised Belgian Endive

Ingredients:6 Heads of Belgian Endive, split lengthwise4 Tbsps. (1/2 stick) unsalted butter1/4 cup maple syrup5-6 sage leavesSalt and pepper to tasteDirections:Preheat oven to 350 degreesMelt butter in large saucepan that can hold all of the endive.  Add Maple syrup and sage leaves, swirling to combine. …

Balsamic-Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Balsamic-Roasted Brussels Sprouts

My family loves brussels sprouts.  This Barefoot Contessa recipe is a great way to make them.  I also like to make them plain; tossed with olive oil, kosher salt and pepper. Browning them under the broiler, so that the leaves get a little black on …