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, July 23, 2008

Wine Poached Pears

This is such an elegant presentation. I recently served this to friends after we dined outside under my white and pink lighting that are draped all over the porch. It was a sweet, fruity, gorgeous treat. Everyone was impressed. (photo by David Blaine)

Wine Poached Pears

4 pears, skinned with stems intact

1 liter burgundy

1 c. sugar

1-2 cinnamon sticks

4 whole cloves

4 whole coriander

1 tsp. all spice

Arrange pears, on their sides, in bottom of Dutch oven.
Cover with remaining ingredients and simmer about 3 hours or until pears are slightly tender.
Turn pears several times as they are cooking.
Remove and chill pears.
Reduce sauce to thicken.
Serve pears by pouring a few tablespoons of sauce on a dessert plate.
Dribble sauce over each pear.
Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a small scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Wine: Sherry or Prosecco depending on your mood, of course, divas are always in the mood for anything sparkly including wine!
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