Loving The Art of Cooking
Make this recipe before the season is over! All ingredients are fresh and only requires chopping. It’s made simply with sweet corn, onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime, avocado and a dash of chili powder. You can pull this appetizer together quickly for a delicious appetizer. Fresh Corn Salsa and Baked Chips […]
Are you on team crunchy? If not, this easy, fool-proof recipe may have you changing teams! Baked taco shells are easy to make and require only a few ingredients. The shells are low-fat, No oil and NO frying! Filling……. Fish Tacos with Avocado Creme and Tinga de Pollo Tacos. Baked […]
This easy roasted beet side makes for an impressive dish. Honey and orange zest flavor the goat cheese that is smeared for the base of the salad. Don’t miss the mint, zest and pistachios for garnish. Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese Spread Serves 4-6 Roasted Beets 2 pounds medium size fresh […]
Topped with an amazing gorgonzola slaw, these grilled buffalo chicken sandwiches are delicious and hit all those Buffalo notes!!! These sandwiches are packed with bold flavors, and are healthier and easier than their fried counterpart. How about making these into sliders for game day! Grilled Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches Serves 4 4 to […]
For a smaller Thanksgiving gathering, this is an easy, delicious and impressive way to serve sweet potatoes. (I’m NOT on team marshmallow). A mandolin will make short work for slicing those tubers. Then you simply add the potatoes to melted butter, garlic, cheese and thyme before stacking them in muffin […]
This recipe came from a fridge forage. I had *mushrooms that needed to be used and the rest came from the dig. The result…a crispy, creamy, delicious and nutritious quesadilla. A versatile weeknight dinner that’s on the table in 30 minutes. Serve with a side salad. *Mushrooms are a powerhouse […]
Rhubarb season is relatively short. Bakers take this time to elevate their pies, crisps and cake game. I’ve taken these red vibrant stalks and have gone savory. This rhubarb chutney includes garlic, onion, apple cider vinegar and ginger to give it a punchy kick of robust flavor. The combination of […]
Nothing says the holidays like a Peppermint Mocha topped with whipped cream and crushed candy canes. While traditional peppermint mochas are a bit calorie laden, this homemade version boasts bittersweet chocolate, milk and peppermint extract for a healthier choice. You’ll be saving calories and coins! Peppermint Mocha 1/2 cup milk 1 cup coffee […]
As you can see, I’ve been diving into Keller’s Ad Hoc cookbook, a great read for the home cook. This essential holiday recipe will brighten any table. It’s got that perfect combination of tart and sweet, a beautiful gingery kick and a subtle orange flavor in the background. Ad Hoc […]
Here’s your healthy egg salad loaded with protein and healthy fats. Super simple with NO mayo. Just avocados, eggs, fresh herbs, lemon juice and a drizzle of olive oil. Serve on delicious whole grain bread, over a bed of lightly dressed greens or spooned into toasted pita. Avo-Egg Salad […]
It only takes a few minutes for this spicy, herby and creamy sauce to come together in a food processor. This condiment/dipping sauce can be used in a variety of ways. I chose to spread it on a seedy bread, topped with arugula and a slice of summer tomato then finished […]
Fast forward 6 months. I KNOW. But in January you will thank me when the only available tomatoes are imported from “somewhere” and tasteless. So before the end of the season, gather those farm stand tomatoes and oven bake these jewels of summer with onions, garlic, olive oil and oregano. […]
Meet Niomi, daughter of my cousins, Heather & Jim, and an aspiring chef. Last week we were very fortunate to re-connect with cousins and celebrate this beautiful family we are lucky to be apart of. So off we went to a quaint scenic lake in Western MI. The family planned […]
I love a seasonal brunchy egg dish this time of year. Deviled eggs can often outshine that quiche on your buffet table. The combinations are endless, so here’s a twist to spice up for Easter and appear for an encore on Cinco de Mayo. Adding corn, red onion, hot sauce, and […]
This boozy bacon jam is the perfect companion for a tasty burger, pasta, pancakes, grilled cheese, sautéed veggies, charcuterie tray or your shoe. It’s that GOOD. Simply cook the bacon, caramelize some onions, add vinegar, brown sugar and bourbon. The result is a smokey, savory, sweet and versatile […]
We’ve officially entered deviled egg season. Basic deviled eggs are delicious but let’s put a twist on this dish AND turn them on their end. Think of your favorite salmon platter with all the fixins’. Smoked Salmon, cream cheese, red onion, capers and dill. All the flavors in a pretty […]
St. Patrick’s Day is on the horizon. It starts with a traditional Corned Beef and Cabbage Slow Cooker meal. After that…the real fun begins. Corned Beef Grilled Cheese with Guinness Caramelized Onions, Corned Beef and Cabbage Flatbread, Corned Beef and Cabbage Egg Rolls, and Corned Beef Benedict. Back to this […]
Winter citrus is abundant in your market right now. Switch up your prep for my favorite…grapefruit. Liven up your brunch game and brûlée your grapefruit. The technique is the same that is used for my favorite dessert. Generously sprinkle sugar on top of the grapefruit and use a blow […]
Hummus is a healthy snack and the ideal dip to have on hand. Creamy, smokey, and a bit sweet…..perfect for fall entertaining. Butternut Squash Hummus Makes: 2 1/4 cups 1 cup cubed butternut squash 4 cloves garlic, skin on 2 cloves of garlic, peeled and minced 1 lemon, juiced 1 […]
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 […]
The 2016 harvest of New Mexico hatch green chiles has arrived…a big deal for you pepper lovers. These peppers are only available once a year, harvested exclusively in Hatch Valley New Mexico August thru mid October. Hatch Valley provides the trifecta of soil, climate and altitude for these southwest […]
Bacon jam. Sweet, savory, slightly smokey and a bit crunchy. This condiment is a game changer for a multitude of dishes. While I’m posting this to accompany greens ( Thanksgiving??) think of the possibilities…..ultimate grilled cheese, hamburgers, over brie, rosemary focaccia crostini, stuffed dates, quesadillas and on and on and […]
Eat like a Mediterranean and live longer. OR…I would just like to live longer IN the Mediterranean!! After returning from a visit to Italy, it is clear that the Mediterranean diet is working on those people!! The diet is varied containing nuts, legumes, olives, olive oil, fish, whole grains and […]
While I’m gathering my thoughts, unpacking our bags and getting my camera repaired (ughhh) enjoy these pictures taken on a trip to beautiful Italy. A country known to the world as a “living art gallery” filled with art and architectural masterpieces, it’s a visit that should be on everyone’s […]
Zucchini bread probably conjures up the memories. Gram’s cooking or picking zucchini in your family garden or even …well I have no zucchini bread flashbacks and this is the first time I’ve ever made it. It will not be the last!!. This bread has a soft and moist texture….thanks to […]
August is national peach month. This is evident by the abundance of peaches at your local farmers market. Peach salsa is a great way to utilize all the fresh produce available and is incredibly versatile. A perfect summer condiment! It’s a sweet and spicy companion for any grilled meat, fish, […]
Here’s just a “tasting” of what’s been cooking with me this past week or so. (Kitchen closed.) We traveled to Santa Barbara for a very special wedding, which happily included seeing our daughter. After much frivolity and fun, Randy and I headed north to wine country…. Paso Robles. This lovely and approachable Central […]
Need a new twist for an old snack idea? Popcorn… healthy popcorn. Who doesn’t love these crunchy, puffed, pieces of goodness? Skip the butter bath and try these ingredients for an outrageous combination of flavors…which are always on hand in my home. Pair these earthy, herbal little kernels with a crisp white […]
This is the week that spring arrives. Tell that to the weather Gods. I however, have made the culinary switch…..welcome to spring fare. Fresh, healthy and green….with an occasional twist. To accompany the many salads and side dishes try these easy to make cheese straws. Savory, rich with a bit […]
Easy, healthy, crunchy, and addicting. Roasted chickpeas (garbanzo beans) are perfect for a quick snack that will probably not require a trip to the store. With only 4 ingredients you can be snacking in about 40 minutes. Season to your liking…I just happened to use cajun spices. These crunchy […]