What a fabulous night!
Even with an all too familiar snowfall, the second episode of All Men Cook… was packed with a diverse fellowship of couples. While the ladies enjoyed a Sommelier’s collection of French wines, the men started the night with a bright Apple-Rutabaga Soup; a warm pot-of-gold to catch the ladies’ attention. A shocking newcomer followed: Hudson Valley Foie Gras Mousse with Fig Syrup; sweet butter from on high soon quickened their palettes. The night was only getting started. A familiar Crab Cakes with Remoulade Sauce, and an unknown salty Pissaladiere further piqued their interests. The long-cooking main dishes bowled everyone over with hearty layers of complex pork, duck, cheeses, beans and macaroni. The Pulled-Pork Macaroni and Cheese with Caramelized Onions was a hands-down delight, but the star of the night was the Southwest French favorite, Cassoulet de Toulouse. Two days in the making, Ham Hocks, Smoked Pork Shoulder, imported Tarbais beans, Prosciutto, Duck Confit, and Toulouse Sausage challenged even the best of chefs and wildly weakened the intended recipients.
Thanks to all you men who came with your sleeves rolled up, ready to dive in and cook for your ladies! And thank you ladies for supporting your men as they sought to bless you!
Topic: France Tags: France
February 5th, 2010 at 7:46 pm
The food was excellent (as expected) but I really enjoyed seeing my dear hubby immediately pitching in to help with the cooking. I think he really enjoyed himself. It may not be so hard to make room for him in our kitchen from now on!
February 5th, 2010 at 7:50 pm
You should have a “France – Part 2″ to do the rest of the menu!