simmering

Cooking in a liquid barely around the boling point.

Sole with leeks and wild rice

This sole with leeks can be an appetizer, part of a three course plus dessert dinner or a main course on its own right.

A simple fruit compote becomes classy and oh-so-delicious with the help of a port wine and orange sauce.

A sweet dessert that tastes like cake but it is a little healthier because of the fruit.

Use this fig jam as a spread, to sweeten your morning cereal or a as a base for a dessert sauce.

These figs in syrup taste heavenly and it is a great way to take advantage and get some extra when figs are ripe as their season is short.

Besides using it as a simple spread for toast, serve fig preserve with strong flavored cheeses or a condiment for pork recipes.

For those who want to try something new with cranberries.

Shepherdess' pie, the meat free version of shepherd's pie. It is suitable for vegan and vegetarians.

This is a variation of French style peas. Peas are always a welcomed side dish.

A recipe for no bake cookies is a delicious and easy solution when you need a treat fast.