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.

Monday, March 16, 2009

Gourmet Meatloaf with Burgundy Sauce

Tired of the same meatloaf you've been making for your man for years? While my man loves my BBQ meat loaf, he even puts in on bread and eats it like a sandwhich (eewww), try this grown-up version for a change. If meat loaf can be elegant, here's how.

Gourmet Meatloaf with Burgundy Sauce

Meatloaf

1 lb. ground beef

1/2 onion

1 egg

3/4 cup breadcrumbs

handful of chopped sun-dried tomatoes

1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

2 garlic cloves, minced

sprinkle of basil

sprinkle parsley

Sauce

1/4 cup red currant jelly

2 tbsp. red Burgundy wine

1/2 tsp. flour

Mix all the meatloaf ingredients together and smoosh into a loaf pan.
Cook at 375 degrees for 50-55 minutes.
Meanwhile prepare the sauce by bringing the sauce ingredients to a boil.
Cook for 5 minutes until the jelly melts.
Drizzle over the meatloaf.

Make it a meal: Serve with green beans and mashed potatoes.

Wine: The rest of the Burgundy!
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