I often end up at Wegmans Market in Nassau Park well past lunchtime on the weekend, not having had any lunch. The press of errands to do, coupled with the knowledge that once home again I will need to spend a good chunk of time writing an article, fuels me until I come to the sudden … Continue reading
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Beautiful Burrata
If you like fresh mozzarella cheese, chances are you’ll love burrata. I first spied this creamy treat from the Puglia region of Italy on one of Lidia Bastianich’s PBS shows, probably “Lidia’s Italy.” She cut into what looked like a ball of mozzarella and a creamy interior spilled out onto, if I am remembering correctly, a … Continue reading
Craquelin Brioche
Run, do not walk, to Wegmans to buy a loaf of the Craquelin Brioche bread pictured in the photo, on the left (that is sourdough next to it on the right, also quite good). I suspect the brioche, which cost $5, will be a holiday item, and will cry when/if it is no longer offered (hint, … Continue reading
Super Supermarkets
A recent article on CNN.com listed American’s Healthiest Grocery Stores. Makes for interesting reading for a supermarket maven like myself, but I was struck by the fact that Wegmans was not mentioned, although they have long offered many items labeled “Food You Feel Good About.” I did notice that Albertson’s was included; they own Acme … Continue reading
Fast Food
Fast food at my house means something quickly assembled from purchased prepared ingredients. So the lasagna pictured here was a breeze to make. I always keep Delverde no-boil lasagna noodles on hand (the package says Ondine No. 106, and even includes 2 8-inch square foil pans). You can find them at the supermarket, and when they … Continue reading
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