About Dr. Gourmet

My name is Timothy Harlan and I am both a physician and a chef. This blog is a general collection of information and random ideas on eating great food and eating healthy.

You can find out more at the Dr. Gourmet web site. Eat well, eat healthy, enjoy life!

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Risotto Caprese with Whitefish: Dr. Gourmet Newsletter for October 10, 2011

Chef Tim Says….

There are three reasons to use wine in recipes. One is as a marinade where the acidity aides in tenderizing meats and other ingredients. The second is as a cooking liquid. Either way, the main reason is that wine adds flavor to your [...]

Lentil and Sausage Stew: Dr. Gourmet Newsletter for October 3, 2011

Chef Tim Says….

When I am giving lectures I love to talk about lentils. Legumes are one of my favorite ingredients and lentils are one of my favorite legumes. They keep well in the cupboard, cook quickly and there are dozens of ways to use them [...]

Linguine with Clam Sauce: Dr. Gourmet Newsletter for September 26, 2011

Chef Tim Says….

I love clams and don’t eat them as often as I could. They are simple to make and delicious, but they’re also a really healthy choice.

The first time I had clams was a [...]

Dr. Gourmet Newsletter for September 19, 2011

Chef Tim Says….

Mustard is one of those condiments that most folks take for granted. Most of us have at least a jar of yellow mustard in the fridge for sandwiches, burgers and the like. There is, however, a world beyond French’s prepared mustard that can [...]

Dr. Gourmet Newsletter for September 12, 2011

Chef Tim Says….

I love a good salad dressing and especially a great vinaigrette. So simple, yet so complex. The rich combination of silky oil with tart vinegar, flavorings and herbs is incomparable.

The traditional vinaigrette, on [...]

Dr. Gourmet Newsletter for August 29, 2011

Chef Tim Says….

The term pesto likely has its origins from from two Italian words. One is the Italian verb pestare which means “to pound or crush” as one does with the garlic and pine nuts. Pestos were traditionally made in a mortar andpestle, the pestle being the [...]

Dr. Gourmet Newsletter for August 22, 2011

Chef Tim Says….

Pistachios are my favorite nuts. Most people think of them as a snack, and they are a great choice for something to nibble on, not just because they are delicious but they are also really good for you.

Dr. Gourmet Newsletter for August 15, 2011

Chef Tim Says….

When I was in high school one of the coaches taught a class in health. Even as a teenager I knew that it was pretty sad stuff, with no curriculum, text or tests. He simply rambled for a full year about this and [...]

Dr. Gourmet Newsletter for August 8, 2011

Chef Tim Says….

When I am giving talks, people will often ask about low-carb diets. Truthfully, the Atkins and South Beach diets are just plain silly. Worst of all, they’ve created a myth that pasta is bad for you. Really! Why would anyone ever want to [...]

Dr. Gourmet Newsletter for August 1, 2011

Chef Tim Says….

Technically, braising is simmering food in a small amount of liquid in a covered or uncovered pan or casserole. In some ways it’s similar to stewing, except that with braising there’s generally only enough water, wine or stock to add a little moisture [...]