Madeleines

Last week my neighbour called to say she was bringing over some Madeleines........... I have to tell you she did an excellent job..... perfect little cookies for tea........ crispy on the outside....... soft centers..... lemony................. the only problem ................. they were gone too soon............. lol

Thanks Shannon...................... the madeleines were perfection......................... send some more over.........................

Mushroom Risotto with Black Truffle Oil

Got a little bottle of black truffle oil the other day and decided to use it on some mushroom risotto. Turned out very nicely, which is nice after all that stirring. The addition of the truffle oil gives the finished product an earthy woodsy taste. Can't wait to try it on some eggs one morning.

Ingredients

• 6 cups chicken broth, divided
• 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1 pound portobello mushrooms, thinly sliced
• 1 pound white mushrooms, thinly sliced
• 2 shallots, diced
• 1 1/2 cups Arborio rice
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• sea salt to taste
• freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 3 tablespoons finely chopped chives
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

1. In a saucepan, warm the broth over low heat.
2. Warm 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in the mushrooms, and cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Remove mushrooms and their liquid, and set aside.
3. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to skillet, and stir in the shallots. Cook 1 minute. Add rice, stirring to coat with oil, about 2 minutes. When the rice has taken on a pale, golden color, pour in wine, stirring constantly until the wine is fully absorbed. Add 1/2 cup broth to the rice, and stir until the broth is absorbed. Continue adding broth 1/2 cup at a time, stirring continuously, until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is al dente, about 15 to 20 minutes.
4. Remove from heat, and stir in mushrooms with their liquid, butter, chives, and parmesan. Season with salt and pepper to taste.