This seasonal peach and basil chicken salad is likely to become a new end-of-summer (insert sad face) favorite! It’s filled with a tender blend of greens, sweet juicy peaches, herbed grilled chicken, mozzarella, pepitas and NOT to be omitted, crispy prosciutto!! Finish with a tangy balsamic dressing. So much deliciousness! […]
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Burrata with Charred and Raw Sugar Snap Peas
Rut. Roe. I knew I would LOVE this combination of charred snap peas and burrata. Why…..because I made this (or a very close version) last year!!! Adding fresh herbs, lemon and a crunchy topping makes this version an ideal summer side. In my previous recipe, the burrata was not […]
Grilled Salmon with Lemon Sesame Sauce
This lemony grilled salmon is just that much better with the crispy skin. The lemon rind, shallot, honey and sesame oil relish is a perfect companion to the fish. Bright. Tangy. Sweet. To serve, add basil. This will be a weekly go-to recipe!!! Grilled Salmon with Lemon Sesame Sauce Serves […]
Skillet Summer Pasta with Burst Cherry Tomatoes and Lemony Breadcrumbs
A very simple pan roasted cherry tomato summer pasta. White wine, garlic, fresh herbs, topped with the delicious lemony breadcrumbs and finished with creamy burrata cheese. It’s a perfect summer dinner using mostly pantry staples and……on the table in 30 minutes! Skillet Summer Pasta with Burst Cherry Tomatoes and Lemony […]
Asparagus, Egg and Prosciutto Tart
It’s officially spring which means asparagus season. If you need a simple and delicious spring appetizer, brunch or light dinner…this is it. Simply prepare the tart starting with a crisp, buttery puff pastry crust, adding nutty Gruyere cheese, savory proscuitto and top with 7 minute jammy eggs. This elegant […]
Grilled Pound Cake with Balsamic-Macerated Strawberries and Basil
Pound cake refers to a type of cake traditionally made with a pound of flour, a pound of butter, a pound of eggs, and a pound of sugar. Yikes! The ingredients are the same but the amounts have been slightly altered. This cake is dense and makes the perfect canvas […]
Tomato Salad with Basil Cream Dressing
Keep it simple. Perfect seasonal tomatoes don’t need much fanfare. A drizzle of this basil cream dressing is easy to prepare and adds a fresh finish to a summer side. Eat up these jewels that possess amazing health benefits. Great source of vitamins A,K and B, along with the […]
Balsamic Glazed Caprese Chicken
I’m savoring those last flavors of summer with this Balsamic Glazed Caprese Chicken. Another thirty minute meal in one pan. Simply saute your chicken, create a quick garlic balsamic glaze and then reunite the chicken with the sweet sauce. Add garden fresh cherry tomatoes and sliced mozzarella. Top with fresh basil […]
Basil Vinaigrette
Basil. The taste of summer. This dressing, otherwise known as “Maureen’s Dressing,” is all you need for your seasonal salads, a drizzle for your burrata, a side for your grilled meats or…your shoe!! It really doesn’t matter what your put this on….it’s heaven in a jar. 1/3 cup extra […]