If you get the Canadian Food Network, then you know Anna Olson. When I think of Anna, I think - sweet, desserts and sugar - probably because her show Sugar has inspired this baking challenged individual to actually create some pretty tasty desserts. Now Anna has a new show called Fresh With Anna Olson that has her cooking up savory as well as sweet dishes. Check it out.
Even if you aren't able to watch her cook up delicious dishes in her own lovely kitchen, you can get a copy of her new book In In the Kitchen with Anna: New Ways with the Classics
I've only made two dishes so far, but I have a ton bookmarked. Most of the recipes are classics that many of us know and love, but all of them have a cool twist. For example, Chicken Pot Pie (one of my favorite comfort foods) has the traditional bottom crust, and a few surprises in the filling - splash of dry vermouth, fresh rosemary, parsnips, cremini mushrooms and red peppers added to the usual carrots, onions and celery. All of that is topped with a Cheddar Biscuit Topping....see what I mean about classic with a twist. And forget about plain rice...Citrus Coriander Rice has lemongrass, ground coriander, lemon zest, chopped fresh cilantro and some red chili pepper flakes.
Here are a couple that I did try and loved.
Anna's Grilled Asian Flank Steak
Anna's PB &J Thumbprint Cookies
Her recipe is really for Giant PB &J Thumbprints
Which ever way you choose...big or small, jam filled or straight, you'll love them.
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