Ganache

3 parts semi-sweet chocolate 2 parts hot, not boiling, heavy cream Dash of vanilla extract, optional   Melt three parts semi-sweet chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave, then slowly add two parts not-quite boiling, hot heavy cream. Remove from heat, but allow the mixture to rest for a few minutes before stirring … Continue reading Ganache

Creamy Lime Pie

8 oz pkg cream cheese, softened 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk 1/3 cup freshly squeezed (or bottled) lime juice, seeds removed 1+ teaspoon vanilla extract 9” graham cracker pie crust Heavy cream, whipped Grated lime, optional   Cream an 8oz package of real cream cheese with a 14oz can of sweetened condensed milk. Add … Continue reading Creamy Lime Pie

Rosemary Baked Fish

2 or 3 fillets white fish (cod, flounder, etc.)1 cup heavy cream (or half and half)1/2 cup white wine (the better the wine, the better the dish)1+ sprig fresh rosemary (or 2+ teaspoons dried) Line a 2" deep baking pan with a large sheet of parchment paper. Place two ½” thick, frozen (not thawed) white … Continue reading Rosemary Baked Fish