Ancient Grains, Bold Flavors, Innovative Recipes
Brrr…it has been so cold and the flu bug is sweeping through our country and has invaded our home. A hot bowl of chicken noodle soup is just what the doctor ordered.
When everyone has the sickies and no appetite there isn’t any need to fuss over what to fix for dinner as chicken noodle soup will be just perfect. It is time to get out the soup pot because this is good medicine!…
Our recipe for Mini Beef Wellingtons with Cabernet Sauce is perfect for a romantic dinner for two on Valentine’s Day. Thick slices of beef tenderloin, mushrooms, fresh herbs and blue cheese are enclosed with puff pastry into individual packages. They are baked to perfection in a hot oven and served with a savory Cabernet sauce. …
Practically a cross between a custard, a pie and a cake, this French apple cake is almost like magic. Packed full of juicy apples it is incredibly delicious and surprisingly easy to make. There is a certain sophistication to French cooking that can be intimidating for some cooks, so intimidating that they might go out of…
Our beef steak bites with fresh horseradish aioli sauce are amazing! The steak bites are tender and juicy and one of the easiest appetizers that you can put together and add to the hostess’ party table. Served room-temperature and with a garlic-horseradish aioli sauce to dip into they will be devoured in minutes. New…
Reposted from April 18, 2014 You will love these crunchy mascarpone and smoked salmon bruschetta appetizers that are made with creamy mascarpone cheese, capers and dill. Recently, Don and I ate dinner at a restaurant and we shared an appetizer of mascarpone cheese with smoked salmon. It was delicious and it inspired me to re-create it…
A fresh horseradish root has got to be one of the ugliest items in the produce section of our grocery stores. But, this unsightly root makes the most wonderful Fresh Horseradish Aioli Sauce that compliments perfectly with prime rib roast or a nice juicy steak. It is also delicious as a spread for sandwiches or…
Pesto is incredibly versatile and an easy way to add big flavor to vegetables, pasta, sandwiches, dips and spreads. Try freezing it in ice cube trays so you will have perfectly portioned amounts that will thaw quickly. I love having pesto sauce on hand and will usually make extra to freeze for future use. It…
These cute little Stuffed Mini Peppers are so easy to prepare and a perfect addition to any appetizer tray. The bite-sized colorful red, yellow and orange mini’s are sliced in half and the cavities are filled with a mix of cream cheese, goat cheese, salmon and dill. I am having some difficulty wrapping my mind…
Do you have a busy, packed schedule and not much time to cook? Our recipe for Soba Noodles, Shrimp and Spicy Peanut Sauce is just what you need for a fast and easy lunch or dinner and it can be served hot, cold or at room temperature. You can have this on the table in…
Tamales are one of Mexico’s specialties and enjoyed in most Latino countries. In Mexico tamales are considered a ‘must have’ for Christmas Eve and the preparation is a huge party event . Our Chipotle Pulled Pork Tamale Pie is a jazzed up version of those tamales and it is just as delicious even when it isn’t Christmas…
Chocolate pecan pie is the perfect pie recipe for a special occasion. With a tender flakey crust and a rich chocolate and pecan filling, this pie is a definite winner. I hope I can control my sweet tooth next year, as much as I enjoy desserts and all things sweet, I try to keep it…
If you are looking for new ideas to serve for a special occasion you might consider our recipe for roasted duck breast with ginger-rum sauce. Duck breast is a rich, dark meat and is often served with a sweet fruit sauce to balance out the richness of the meat. Our ginger-rum sauce pairs beautifully with…
This salad is crisp and crunchy, made with shaved Brussels sprouts, fresh parsley and a creamy caesar dressing. It is a great salad to make in advance since it won’t wilt like lettuce. When our kids were growing up they were not that keen on brussels sprouts but I finally learned, quite by accident, that…
This is a seriously gourmet dessert with an incredible combination of flavors. Rich, buttery pine nuts, light floral, clover honey and an herby rosemary are very well balanced in this unique nut tart. Get a bit adventurous and serve an extraordinarily memorable dessert for the holidays this year. The flavors set it apart from…
These parmesan herb crackers are incredibly rich, cheesy and sooo addictive. They are easy to make and the dough can be made in advance and frozen until until your next cocktail party. These crackers are rich, buttery, crunchy and packed with cheese. They have a flakey, melt in your mouth texture that will have you going back…
This flan is smooth, soft and creamy with an incredibly rich flavor. The caramel sauce sets over the top and makes an impressive dessert. Flan Napolitano is Mexico’s version of a classic dessert. Flan is an egg based custard usually cooked in a shallow dish that has a layer of caramel on the bottom. …
Einkorn is an ancient grain that has a slightly nutty, sweet flavor. Whole wheat einkorn flour makes an incredibly delicious pancake and does not have the bitterness that regular whole wheat flour can have. These whole grain blueberry pancakes are light, fluffy and incredibly delicious. We absolutely love the sweet, nutty flavor of the whole…
