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Rhubarb Cordial
Cordials are fruit-based concentrated drinks that are diluted with water before being consumed. Homemade versions are easy to make and don’t have any additives like the commercial brands do. Lemon, lime, orange, raspberry and elderflower are some of the popular ones. Rhubarb cordial is my favorite. If you’re lucky enough to have a rhubarb patch…
Read MoreAsparagus Fennel Salad
Even though asparagus is available year-round, Springtime is the best time to enjoy them. Asparagus and fennel salad may seem like an unassuming dish but don’t be fooled by its looks. The pine nut dressing deliciously coats the veggies and it’s love at first bite! And, because this dish does not require a stove top…
Read MoreGrilled Oysters with Tarragon Butter
I’m not a fan of raw oysters (lord knows I’ve tried many times). I prefer mine cooked or smoked and these grilled oysters with tarragon butter are absolutely de-lish! They’re about as close to raw as I’ll ever get! And, if you’re like me, shucking oysters take a bit of practice before getting the hang…
Read MoreHaddock Saltimbocca
The classic saltimbocca dish consists of thin slices of veal topped with a sage leaf, wrapped in a prosciutto slice, and sautéed in butter. If prepared properly, saltimbocca should melt in your mouth. Other variations can include chicken or pork. While haddock saltimbocca isn’t a typical Italian dish, these tender morsels were absolutely delicious. This…
Read MoreGoat Cheese Stuffed Baby Peppers
You’re walking past the produce section of your local grocery store and a bag of sweet baby peppers catch your eye. You look at their pretty rainbow colors, think about what you could them, and then decide they’ll spoil before you can use them. It’s a usual scenario for me especially when I’m preparing meals…
Read MoreParmesan Grilling Sauce
The cool cold Spring has me pining away for warmer days. Warmer days sees us using the bbq more often and sees me experimenting with new, aromatic sauces that accompany a barbecue. This Parmesan grilling sauce is so versatile and scrumptious, you’ll want to smother it on everything you grill…I kid you not! It’ll work…
Read MoreShrimp on Polenta Rounds with Sun-Dried Tomato Relish
It was one of those days. I needed some sort of dinner inspiration (read nudge) and feeling too lazy to leave the house (I had already been out), I leaned forward to inspect the contents of the fridge and noticed a jar of sun-dried tomatoes right at the back. I usually keep these sort of…
Read MoreCauliflower Breadsticks
I’m a big cauliflower fan but I wasn’t always…I didn’t dislike it I just wasn’t enamored with it. As a kid and young adult cauliflower in my world was served with a cheese sauce. Don’t get me wrong, I loved the combination but I always felt that the cauliflower on its own was oh so…
Read MoreFig Crostini
I’ll admit that up until a few years ago I would never have given fresh figs a second thought. I’ve used dried figs in recipes but never had the courage to try a fresh one. How would I prepare them? Would they need special handling? How would they taste? Dried figs are available year-round and…
Read MoreQuinoa Salad with Radish, Dill & Avocado
I love a colorful salad…I always have. I discovered a few years ago that one of the secrets to staying healthy is to always incorporate color onto your plate of food. Doing so means you are getting a good variety of nutrients to help your body be strong and healthy. Eating more plant-based meals has…
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