Finally, the hard work was over. The menu was developed and finalized. The recipes had been tested and broken down. Ingredients were shopped, chopped and popped into containers. Everything that could be prepped was ready. Now it was time for the… Continue reading…
calling all italian lovers
This is a two-for-one special: two of my most classic dishes in one meal. And they cook together beautifully. The Caesar salad is a family recipe that is a twist on the original. The pasta–known as, “telephone wires” in my house for… Continue reading…
smoke and spice
Want to put a smile on someone’s face? Serve them tacos for dinner. They’re undeniably fun to eat. I think it has something to do with the design-your-own-meal element. In this version, I use ground turkey, instead of beef, for… Continue reading…
something fishy going on
Okay, it’s Monday night and I’m feeling like something light. But I also want something with lots of flavor. I often find salmon to be too rich and fatty, and have discovered Arctic Char to be a wonderful alternative. It’s something… Continue reading…
it’s okay to be blue
This is one of my favorite salads. Juicy, slightly bitter endive tossed with creamy, pungent blue cheese and toasted walnuts–a very satisfying combination. Champagne vinegar and minced shallots whisked with walnut oil make for a lovely, nutty dressing; freshly chopped… Continue reading…