Category Archives: Flashback Friday

Flashback Friday – Blind Date

Posted on 30 December 2011 by Wendi

The following originally appeared on 3/16/09 at Exit 51 Blind Date Recipe testing is the culinary equivalent of blind dating. You hear about a hot new recipe and instantly know you are meant to be together. You begin to doodle … Continue reading →

Posted in Cooking, Flashback Friday, Food, Main Course, South Beach Diet | Tagged Blind Date, Exit 51, Orangette, Roasted Broccoli With Shrimp, The Amateur Gourmet, The Wednesday Chef | 4 Comments

Flashback Friday – Cooking Light

Posted on 23 December 2011 by Wendi

The following originally appeared on 3/11/09 at Exit 51. Cooking Light As I’ve mentioned, I used to subscribe to Cooking Light. But the sheer volume of recipes they fit into a single magazine overwhelmed me. Instead of tackling the challenge … Continue reading →

Posted in Cooking, Fish, Flashback Friday, Food, Main Course, Photo, Recipe | Tagged Cooking Light, Exit 51, Talapia In Mustard Cream Sauce | 1 Comment

Flashback Friday – Ina’s Buns

Posted on 9 December 2011 by Wendi

The following originally appeared on 3/4/09 at Exit 51. Ina’s Buns I haven’t gotten around to trying Ina’s Easy Sticky Buns. But online, I’ve come across folks who have. And the results are a mixed bag. First was The Amateur … Continue reading →

Posted in Cooking, Flashback Friday, Food | Tagged Amateur Gourmet, Exit 51, Ina Garten | Leave a comment

Flashback Friday – Choco Lot

Posted on 2 December 2011 by Wendi

The following originally appeared on 2/25/09 at Exit 51. Choco Lot What’s that? You say that you want more chocolate? If that Chocolate Souffle didn’t satisfy your dark cravings, try this Molten Chocolate Magic. Personally, I’m looking for an excuse … Continue reading →

Posted in Cooking, Dessert, Flashback Friday, Food, Sweets | Tagged Chocolate, Exit 51, Jean Georges Vongerichten, Mark Bittman, Molten Chocolate Magic | 1 Comment

Flashback Friday – Table For Two

Posted on 25 November 2011 by Wendi

The following originally appeared on 2/23/09 at Exit 51. Table For Two From the looks of my blog stats, we all had the same idea about making a special Valentine’s Day dinner. Those scallops from Jacques Pepin got even more … Continue reading →

Posted in Flashback Friday, Food, Photo | Tagged Exit 51, Valentine's Day | Leave a comment

Flashback Friday – Notes On A Recipe, Ina’s Mustard Chicken Salad

Posted on 18 November 2011 by Wendi

The following originally appeared on 2/18/09 at Exit 51. Notes On A Recipe – Ina’s Mustard Chicken Salad I love a good chicken salad. Its one of those dishes that, when done right, can shine in its simplicity. In many … Continue reading →

Posted in Chicken, Cooking, Flashback Friday, Food, Photo, Recipe | Tagged Barefoot Contessa Back To Basics, Exit 51, Ina Garten, Mustard Chicken Salad | 2 Comments

Flashback Friday – Alton Brown’s Overnight Oatmeal

Posted on 11 November 2011 by Wendi

The following originally appeared on 2/16/09 at Exit 51. Alton Brown’s Overnight Oatmeal My introduction to the Food Network came courtesy of Alton Brown and Good Eats. In thirty minutes, he not only presents multiple recipes, but he explains the … Continue reading →

Posted in Breakfast/Brunch, Cooking, Flashback Friday, Food, Photo, Recipe | Tagged Alton Brown, Easy, Exit 51, Food Network, Overnight Oatmeal, Quick, Steel Cut Oats | 6 Comments

Flashback Friday – Crush

Posted on 28 October 2011 by Wendi

The following originally appeared on 2/11/09 at Exit 51. Crush Who was the first person you had a crush on? It’s ok, I won’t tell anyone. Me? My first crush was probably Shawn Cassidy. Yes, I grew up surrounded by … Continue reading →

Posted in Cooking, Flashback Friday, Food, Recipe, Side Dishes, South Beach Diet, Vegetables | Tagged Crushed Sweet Potatoes, Crushes, Exit 51, Tiger Beat Magazine, Washington Post | 12 Comments

Flashback Friday – Notes On A Recipe Barefoot Contessa’s Beef Stew

Posted on 21 October 2011 by Wendi

The following originally appeared on 2/9/08 at Exit 51. Notes On A Recipe – Barefoot Contessa’s Beef Stew As I’ve said, I’m enjoying the fact that the current season of Barefoot Contessa is based on her new cookbook. Watching the … Continue reading →

Posted in Cooking, Flashback Friday, Food, Main Course, Recipe | Tagged Barefoot Contessa Back To Basics, Barefoot Contessa's Beef Stew, Exit 51, Ina Garten | Leave a comment

Flashback Friday – Potato Po-tah-to

Posted on 14 October 2011 by Wendi

The following originally appeared on 2/4/09 at Exit 51. Potato Po-tah-to If you know me and the mistah, you will totally understand why I posted a link to this commercial.