Wednesday, August 31, 2005

Brownie results

The brownies went over well today from what I gather. They were all gone in less than 2 hours. In general, most people preferred the cocoa style rather than the melted unsweetened chocolate. I just think the taste comes through better with the cocoa - i'ts more subtle.

Dinner this evening was fun and pretty healthy! We had Gnocchi with Broccoli Fontina Sauce(CL). Rather than using a pre-made gnocchi, I made my own and just weighed out the amount called for in the recipe. I also steamed the broccoli, rather than boiling with the Gnocchi, so we didn't loose some of the important nutrients! Other than making the Gnocchi - it's a very quick recipe with lots of flavor. I grated some additional parmesan on top and the finished dish was very good! Can't wait to have the leftovers.


Check back tomorrow to see what we are cookin up next!
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11 comments:

  1. Cate8/31/2005 10:47:00 PM

    Made your OWN gnocchi? Where do you find the time? I'm impressed!

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  2. Michelle8/31/2005 11:47:00 PM

    Oh I have wanted to try to make gnocchi for so long, but have been a little scared. You have definetly given me the push I need to finally try it!

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  3. Chefsf9/01/2005 02:02:00 AM

    Joe, nice job on the blog. I got the link from Gemma(Pro bono baker). I am currently in culinary school right now. Your recipes and pics look awesome. check out my blog at chefsera.blogspot.com
    Keep it up!!

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  4. Little Mama9/01/2005 08:40:00 AM

    Looks great. I love gnocchi. Though I am not sure I could make my own, but I will be adding this to my long list of stuff I want to try and make someday. Yummy.

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  5. Bearette9/01/2005 01:05:00 PM

    Looks yummy! I like parmesan on anything.

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  6. s'kat9/01/2005 01:37:00 PM

    Could us folks out here in bloggerville possibly request a demonstration of your gnocchi-making technique, the next time you make it? I have it on file to attempt this fall, but it would be great to see a walk-through.

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  7. Anonymous9/01/2005 02:07:00 PM

    Unfortunately, my husband is anti-gnocchi. He's also anti-dumpling, and anti-soggy-bread. So no panzanella, no Tuscan bread soup, no pot pies, no gnocchi. Maybe someday soon I'll make some for myself, though...I love broccoli!

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  8. Ruth Daniels9/01/2005 03:11:00 PM

    Joe, this looks delicious as usual. My honey loves gnocci, any chance you'd share the recipe to actually make it?

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  9. Gia-Gina9/01/2005 03:21:00 PM

    thanks for stopping by my blog. I love gnocchi too and make it from scratch also. There is nothing like homemade pasta. Your meals are very enticing and healthy which I love. After 30, most of us have to watch it.

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  10. Joe9/02/2005 10:15:00 AM

    Sweetnicks - it actually didn't take too long - I can get a lot of prep stuff done as I get up pretty early!

    Michelle - Do give them a try! It's not as scary as it looks.

    ChefSF - Thanks for visiting and the nice comments!

    Thanks Punky! I hope you do try it! It would still be good with pre-made.

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  11. Joe9/02/2005 10:19:00 AM

    Bearette - We love parmesan too - always have a block in the fridge!

    s'kat - Thanks! Next time I make it I will take more pictures of the actual making/shaping!.

    Crystal - I used to be like your husband but finally figured out it is actually pretty good! The texture can be a barrier though!

    Ruth - Thanks! I'll try to get the recipe up soon!

    Gia - Thanks for visiting!

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