Melon Carpaccio with Burrata and Crispy Sage
Growing up, I was never much of a melon fan. Watermelon, absolutely, but the others I could happily leave behind. Somewhere along the way, that changed. These days, when summer is in full swing, I can’t get enough of a perfectly ripe melon.
Citrus Sugar Cookies
Sugar cookies aren’t high on my list…they just never have been until now. I find them to be, quite frankly, boring! However, add some citrus juice and zest and you have a sugar cookie that won me over. According to The Oxford Companion to Food, the American habit of making up rolls of cookie dough…
Avocado and Cheddar Quesadilla
Looking for an easy dish to whip up for dinner? Quesadillas are a cinch to prepare and take minutes to cook. Brie and mango quesadilla was one of the first ones I ever made and it stands as a family favorite to this day. Quesadillas are perfect as a snack or party food. Dress them…
Grilled Eggplant and Tomato Pizza – hello wordpress!
I’ve been ‘meaning’ to switch from blogger to wordpress for ages and finally I decided to take the leap! I’m not technically inclined – I think that logical side of me is buried deep within. I don’t, though, hesitate to take on new projects except when it comes to computers and software. There’s something far…
Bulgur Salad with Cannellini Beans, Feta & Mint
Whenever I feel as though we’ve eaten too much red meat, we take a break and consume loads of veggies and ancient grains such as bulgur. It’s this sort of balance that keeps us healthy…I can’t recall the last time I had a cold or the flu. Bulgur is made from precooked wheat berries. It’s…
Roasted Chicken with Bacon & Sweet Paprika – Fifty Shades of Chicken
Suddenly the fridge door I’m resting on swings open, and I find myself rolling off the shelf and falling toward the kitchen floor. Crap. My plastic wrapper bursts as I land, and my giblet bag slides halfway out. Double crap. Damn my cheap packaging. Instantly I feel hands on me, lifting me carefully from the…
Fennel Risotto with Lamb Sausage
Fennel is one of those vegetables you can use alone or as a spice, garnish or herb. Its subtle anise flavor pairs well with apple and cheese; shellfish (lobster or crab); asparagus and garlic; orange and mint; potatoes and onions and so forth. It’s deliciously light served as a salad, in a pasta, or in…
Deviled Eggs and Happy Easter!
Here’s a snack that I grew up with and still enjoy to this day! A delicate appetizer which is super simple to make and generally the ingredients are found in most kitchens. I still, though, struggle with cooking the egg such that the shell comes off easily. I’ve highlighted how to make the perfect boiled…
Bresaola with Shaved Artichoke
Bresaola is one of those Italian specialty meats that’s difficult to find on a regular basis so when I saw it at Eataly I grabbed a package – strike will the iron is hot. In the past I’ve come across recipes calling for bresaola but never had the chance to make and now that I…
Grapefruit Rounds with Halloumi Cheese & Mint Dressing
Grapefruit and cheese might seem like an unlikely pairing but trust me, this combination is a taste bud sizzler! Halloumi is from the island of Cyprus and is a semi-hard, brined cheese made traditionally from sheep’s milk. It has a high melting point and is perfect for grilling or frying in a pan. We love…
Roasted Asparagus with Anchovy Panko-Garlic Topping
I was in the city yesterday meeting Mr. S. for a cappuccino and then off for a bit of retail therapy. I mustn’t have been in the mood as nothing I saw grabbed me except for when it came to a bit of food shopping at Eataly. It’s my favorite specialty shop in Manhattan showcasing…
Vegetable Orzo with Seared Sea Scallops
A while ago I purchased vegetable dyed orzo but hadn’t used it until now. That’s the problem with limited cupboard space in that things get pushed to the back or under a pile. I was going through the small island cabinet for something else when I found the orzo. It just so happened that Peter…
Meyer Lemon Meringue Pie
Bring a bit of sunshine and warmth to the dinner table with this retro classic dessert! Lemon meringue pie has been a celebrated dessert in my family for generations and was always made from scratch. Meyer lemon is a cross between a lemon and a mandarin orange resulting in a slightly sweeter lemon flavor with…