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.

Wednesday, June 30, 2010

Herb Goat Cheese Stuffed Endives

Busy divas, you will love this one. Despite its long name, this one is easy to make and delicious! It will disappear in moments. After you cream the goat cheese and herbs, you can set it aside for hours until you are ready to serve. For herbs, I grow my own basil, oregano, thyme, and chives. I used a bit of them all in this. (photo by Walt Hubis)

Herb Goat Cheese Stuffed Endives

1-2 heads of endives

1/3 cup goat cheese

2 Tbsp. cream (I used half and half)

whatever herbs you like

paprika

Separate and wash the endive leaves.
Using the back of a small spoon, cream (smoosh) the cheese, cream, and herbs.
If the mixture seems too thick, add more cream.
Stuff the endives with the goat cheese mixture.
I found using a knife worked best for this.
Sprinkle paprika on to make it pretty.

Make it a meal: Serve ahead of Jamaican Jerk Chicken (see recipe)

Wine: Pinot Noir or Cabernet Sauvignon

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