Appetizers Italian Stuffed Zucchini Cups 27-Nov-2018 Smooth & Creamy Garlic Hummus with S&P Pita Chips 17-Oct-2018 Frico Crisps 15-Sep-2018 Soups/Salads Citrus Salad with Pomegranate & Pistachios 11-Jan-2019 Winter Slaw with Cilantro-Lime Dressing 28-Oct-2018 Chickpea Salad with Quinoa 10-Sep-2018 Vegetarian Tortilla Soup 7-Sep-2018 Chicken-Veg-Rice Soup 28-Aug-2018 Broccoli & Grape Salad 26-Aug-2018 Orange-Pistachio Wild Rice Salad 21-Aug-2018... Continue Reading →
Farro Bowl w/Sundried Tomatoes and Roasted Veggies
Serves 2 Tip: Whole grains and dry beans can take more time to cook than many of us want to spend at mealtime. When I cook grains like farro, brown rice, bulgar, quinoa (though that cooks quite quickly) or any dry beans...chickpeas, black beans, cannellini, butter beans, for example, I almost always cook more than... Continue Reading →
Lake Superior Trout in Miso-Ginger Marinade
Serves 2 Tip: If you love fish like we love fish, you probably already do this. If you're just beginning to explore fish in your diet, find a source you trust and don't hesitate to ask questions to learn more about the varieties available - where did it come from? is it wild or farmed?... Continue Reading →
Citrus Salad with Pomegranate & Pistachios
4-6 servings Tip: Brighten your winter with citrus. We typically enjoy oranges, clementines, tangerines, mandarins or grapefruit for breakfast or snacking, but consider other ways to get this great source of vitamin C into your diet. This recipe is just one possibility (think salsa, smoothies, dessert, citrus zest in pasta). Observe the great citrus options... Continue Reading →
Chicken Pot Pie with Morels and Tarragon Cream Sauce
Serves 4-6 Tip: Don't be intimidated by a fairly long recipe. If it's mine, I'm just a bit wordy. 😀 Longer recipes are not usually as difficult as it may seem, if you break things into steps. You can simplify this dish by following Prep instructions the day before. Keep everything properly chilled, then assemble and... Continue Reading →
Salted Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies
Makes about 18 cookies Recipe credit: Modern Israeli Cooking - Danielle Oron Tip: I've probably mentioned I don't usually cook from recipes; I read many for inspiration and ideas. However, I frequently bake from published recipes. And I almost always follow them strictly the first time through. I recommend this practice in baking. Observe... Continue Reading →
Pear Tarte Tatin with Anise Seed Caramel
6 servings. Recipe credit to Food52. Tip: It's adventurous to try new foods and flavor combinations. Our taste buds and taste sensations can change regularly, so something you previously disliked may become a future favorite...keep checking! Who among us hasn't tasted something for the first time, then wondered why we didn't try... Continue Reading →
Pecan-Coconut-Applesauce Muffins
Yield as shown in photo. You may choose a different mix of pans. (ex: all muffins or muffins plus a bundt pan, etc.) Tip: Julia Child had a kitchen rule...“No matter what happens in the kitchen, never apologize.” Julia's rules are definitely good enough for me! 😉 I made a batch of chunky applesauce last week... Continue Reading →
Italian Stuffed Zucchini Cups
6-8 appetizer servings Tip: Holidays many times call for appetizers, whether at home or taken to a friend's or colleague's party. Look for options that can be made ahead so the host won't need to share kitchen space when you arrive. I also appreciate appetizers that can be served at room temperature. All the better... Continue Reading →
