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Purple Potato Gratin with Salmon Mousseline and Beurre Blanc
12.21.09 by Jackie
I bought Peruvian purple fingerling potatoes at the Farmers' market. Purple potatoes have a subtle grainy texture and I thought they'd pair perfectly with salmon mousseline.
Beurre blanc sounds like a sophisticated element in a French dish, but it's really just a white wine butter sauce. It's quite common in France and is often paired with poached fish and steamed vegetables. I think that it complements the crunchy potatoes and velvety salmon mousseline quite well. I finished each dish with a dollop of crème fraîche, some fresh dill and a couple of pink peppercorns. It's a feast for the eyes as well your taste buds.

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Julie and Julia Movie Review
08.07.09 by Jackie
I just got back from watching "Julie and Julia" at the movie theater, and I wanted to share my thoughts with you while they're still fresh.
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Four-Course, Julia Child Inspired French Meal in Honor of the Movie Julie and Julia
08.07.09 by Jackie
Today's the opening of the movie Julie and Julia. I'm so excited! I just got the tickets; the reviews seem great. I created a Julia Child-inspired meal in honor of the movie Julie and Julia. Check out my four-course menu.
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