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, January 13, 2009

Pasta with Salmon & Capers

Serve your salmon-loving friends this elegant and easy dish. For those of you not watching your pennies, substitute caviar for capers. I envy you. We should get together sometime.

Pasta with Salmon & Capers

1/2 lb. pasta (I used orecchiette)

1 cup cream (half and half works fine)

2 slices red onion, chopped

½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated

1 tbsp. parsley

6 oz. smoked salmon pieces, cut into strips

handful of capers

knob of butter (optional for non-dieting divas)

Cook pasta until al dente.
Drain and set aside.
Combine cream and onion in a heavy saucepan over medium high heat.
Simmer 2 minutes and remove from heat.
Gently stir in remaining ingredients and serve over pasta.

Options: substitute caviar for capers; chives work well, too

Make it a meal: Serve with side salad or roasted broccoli (see recipe)

Wine: Pinot Noir or Chardonnay
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