When Nigella is a guest on NPR, the number of auto accidents skyrockets.  Drooling, I listen to her describe a latest dish - the accent, the attitude is intoxicating.  As I arrive at my destination I have a renewed spring in my step and am ready to take on the day.

That’s what eating well and cooking well can do.
And I want to do it, too.

During this holiday season, I’ve received three of her books.  In the style of Julie & Julia, though, I won’t be cooking my way through them in this next year’s time.  I’m going after something all-together different (yet perhaps a bit of the same).  I’m to cook,eat or both with heart.  With love, confidence and an attitude that may also be contagious.

Sunday the 27th

Dates wrapped in bacon and fried to crispy perfection

I pulled this from Sunset and was pleased with the results.  They didn’t unroll in the pan and looked quite appetizing.  They lacked a little sweetness, but I have plans for round 2.

Baked brie with truffled honey

Can’t go wrong with a classic like this.  The honey crisp apples were a nice pairing.

Cypress Grove chevre - Bermuda Triangle

I was a newbie to this triangle of rinded goodness.  Whoa.  We’re talking creamy, salty goodness - and a choice that I’ll make again and again.

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