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.

Tuesday, June 23, 2009

Elegant Meatloaf

This is a mild, mature-tasting meatloaf. If it is too mild for you, only use half the sour cream and then a half cup of Ranch dressing. Also play around with the cheese. Goat cheese instead of Parmesan adds a nice kick.

Elegant Meatloaf

1 lb. ground beef

1 egg

1 cup sour cream

¼ cup red wine

½ onion or 3 shallots, chopped

5-6 mushrooms, chopped

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 cup Italian-style dried bread crumbs

a bit of cheddar, shredded

Mix all but the cheddar cheese in a pink bowl.
Smash into a meatloaf dish.
Cook at 350 degrees for 1 hour.
Sprinkle on the cheddar cheese the last 10 minutes.

Make it a meal: Serve with green beans topped with garlic butter (see recipe).

Wine: Sauvignon Blanc or Chablis
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