Diva Cooking 101

Divas cook gorgeous things that are fabulous enough to share with friends and family. They just don't cook much. Every diva needs a few, easy signature dishes to get by. Are you a diva cook?

Divas cook while listening to Billie Holiday, Muddy Waters, or the Rolling Stones.

Divas cook while sipping Champagne, Chardonnay, or a martini.

Divas cook with a feather boa draped around their shoulders.

While cooking, divas nibble gin-soaked olives or Champagne-saturated strawberries.

Divas cook while wearing an apron that says, "Tomorrow is another Chardonnay."

A diva's favorite breakfast is last night's appetizers.

Divas don't stress over particular amounts in any recipe. Glugs, plops, and handfuls are accurate enough.

Divas can cook with boas because diva recipes do not require many steps. Still, the food is fabulous.

Friday, December 12, 2008

Red Wine Sauce for Steak

This is a lovely sauce that is easy and will impress all your guests. The simmering smells will drive them wild. Divas are known for their wild sides. Use any red wine: Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Madiera, Chianti. (photo by sh0dan)

Red Wine Sauce for Steak

1 cup beef stock

1 tbsp. flour

1 cup red wine

1/2 onion, chopped or sliced

2 oz. sliced mushrooms (Shitake are nice)

2 knobs of butter

salt & pepper

Saute the onions.
Sprinkle in flour.
Add stock and mushrooms.
Cover and simmer 15 minutes.
Add wine the last 5 minutes.

Make it a meal: Serve with roasted broccoli (see recipe) and BLT potatoes (see recipe)

Wine: The rest of the red wine, of course!
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