Loving The Art of Cooking
A list of recipes.
Sunday cooking!! Even if you’re not a cabbage lover, you will be with this winning combination. A whole Chicken atop cabbage, Yukon potatoes and carrots are roasted at 400 degrees. The cabbage cooks slowly in salty buttery drippings until charred and caramelized. The juices from the chicken create an unbelievable […]
The term “sheet pan” in the title for a recipe says one thing…it’s going to be simple! Skip the stove and save time with these oven-baked quesadillas! They’re easily customizable, so use this as a blueprint for whatever you have in your pantry or fridge. Serve with this jalapeño ranch dipping […]
Game Day favorite!! These chicken fingers will remind you of one of the most popular recipes on the blog…Oven Baked Southern Hot Chicken. The spicy seasoned chicken pieces are oven baked then drizzled with a spicy, buttery, smokey sauce and served with a cooling greek yogurt-based ranch. All served up […]
This 30 Minute Thai Peanut Chicken Ramen is for those nights when you need a cozy, healthy dinner with little time to pull it together. All made using healthy, pantry staple ingredients. The tender noodles, juicy chicken, and colorful veggies are soaked in a rich broth that is nutty, savory, […]
It’s Squash and Apple season. Let’s celebrate with this side dish that combines both your favorite Fall flavors. Delicata is my favorite squash by far. You can eat the skin, which adds a slight crunch to this creamy, nutty flesh. This salad boasts Fall’s aromatics: kale, apple and the crunch […]
Creamy Shrimp and Corn Ravioli sautéed in a browned butter sauce……I KNOW! This dish is super simple to make using wonton wrappers as a brilliant shortcut! Corn kernels are combined with ricotta, mascarpone, garlic and shrimp to create a sweet and savory appetizer or entree. I take this complement seriously….Randy […]
Better than take out!! This Mongolian Beef takes just about 30 minutes and is made with mostly pantry staples. Tender slices of beef are coated with with a sweet soy ginger garlic sauce. I added tiny florets of broccoli and served on a bed of white rice. Mongolian Beef 2 New […]
An old fashioned American favorite! Dating back to the 19th century, this autumn stunner features apples tucked beneath a flaky crust. Traditionally, the pastry dough is cut into squares placed and overlapped to create a disheveled look. You can keep it simple and just place the store bought puff pastry […]
Heartier than chicken soup, this classic comfort dish is more like a stew with a simple biscuit dough added in the last minutes. Typically you start with whole chicken or pieces to make a broth, but there are many shortcuts. I made my broth with 2 lbs of chicken breasts. […]
These peppers are just too easy to make with amazing results! Perfect appetizer or served with a side of greens. 1 large shallot, halved, thinly sliced lengthwise 2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar 1 tsp. sugar ¾ tsp. kosher salt, plus more 3 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided 2 large poblano […]
Hope Springs Eternal. Hoping for the best, even in the face of adversity. Let’s think positive. Spring. Easter. Family dinners. For Easter this year I’m planning on serving grilled lamb chops and this mint and pea risotto. This creamy arborio rice is brightened up with petite peas and plenty of […]
We will get through this! With fewer trips to the grocery store you need a plan. When meal planning, make a plan. Think leftovers. Roast a chicken and turn that into chicken tacos, chicken enchiladas, chicken & wild rice soup, immune boosting chicken soup, Pozole verde de pollo or white […]
Faithful readers, thanks for waiting. I’m still dealing with tech issues on this site, and have made this dish 3 times since my cyber-ordeal began!!! It’s that good, and it’s prepared in less than 30 minutes. The technique of poaching is the perfect method to gently cook fish (I also […]
It’s pear season. Let’s celebrate with this simple and elegant Caramelized Pear Tart. Start with a sheet of puff pastry. Place very thin slices of a Bosc pear on the pastry sheet. Sprinkle with brown sugar and bake for 18-20 minutes. To finish, dust with powered sugar and a […]
These baked taquitos are a great, easy-to-make Game Day appetizer! The taquitos are stuffed with a mixture of shredded chicken, cheese, salsa and spices. We like to serve them with sour cream, avocado, salsa, cilantro, tomatoes, and cheese! Double up and freeze for a later date. Baked Chicken Taquitos Makes 10-12 1/3 cup cream cheese […]
Happy New Year! I’m happy to have finally resolved technical difficulties that have kept me from sharing delish recipes with you over the last month or so. Thank you for your patience and support. Ribollita translates to “reboiled” in Italian, because like many soups, it tastes better the next day. This classic, […]
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 […]
This lentil soup is clean and simple made with onions, garlic, carrots, celery, olive oil, sweet potatoes and lentils! There are many reasons to add lentils to your diet. They provide protein, minerals and vitamins and are low in calories. They’re also high in insoluble fiber, which is great for […]
This luxurious, elegant mushroom risotto is the answer to your sides for this upcoming holiday dinner. DO NOT let the word risotto make you flip the page. You can do this. This simple, pure, unadulterated version stands up on its own, but it also makes an excellent canvas for seasonal […]
With lots of cooking and prep work this week for the big day, here’s a quick recipe for the beginning of the week. It’s easy and better than take-out. These Asian inspired chicken meatballs, with ginger and sesame tossed in a spicy-sweet and extra sticky soy pomegranate sauce, is […]
These cake-like pumpkin cookies boast all those favorite Fall flavors. The cookies are topped with easy-to-make frosting sprinkled with toasted pecans and flaky sea salt. A seasonal must. Glazed Pumpkin Cookies Makes: 60 cookie 2 c. unsalted butter, softened 2 c. sugar 2 tsp. baking powder 2 tsp. baking soda […]
If you’ve never roasted broccoli rabe or Rapini, this recipe will surprise you. This powerhouse vegetable is in the mustard family and is like a turnip green with little broccoli florets. Broccoli rabe has about two times the amount of zinc as broccoli. Zinc is an overachiever when it comes to your […]
This fun and creative dish offers the flavors of a hearty lasagna dinner packed into a tender, roasted spaghetti squash. Instead of pasta, these squash boats shred into thin, noodle-like strands that mimic pasta…without the calories. The squash is baked with a bit of provolone cheese and then […]
Cheesy tortellini, leafy green kale, and flavorful Italian sausage play starring roles in this satisfying hearty soup. It’s easy to prepare and ready in 30 minutes. A perfect weeknight meal. Soup with Italian Sausage and Kale Serves 4 1 lb mild italian sausage, ground 1 onion, minced 6 garlic cloves, […]
Here’s a simple recipe for one-skillet baked chicken with tomatoes, garlic, and fresh herbs. Chicken thighs are seared in a cast iron skillet until crispy and golden and then baked with tomatoes, kale and garlic. Don’t skip the kale….. it crisps up like chips! For a rustic tasty companion, serve […]
This This soup is creamy, rich, hearty and oh so comforting! The secret to this soup is roasting the mushrooms in garlic and fresh thyme! Then saute sweet onion, thicken with a bit of flour, add stock and the roasted mushrooms. That’s it!! Creamy Roasted Mushroom Soup 4-6 Serving 2 […]
We are moving into grilled cheese and soup season. This Apple Grilled Cheese is all about balance. Caramelized onions are layered with crispy prosciutto, thinly sliced Honeycrisp apples and gooey, savory gouda and white cheddar shredded cheese. Pairs well with mushroom, tomato or butternut squash soup. French Onion and […]
These fast-fix enchiladas are packed with flavor. Hatch Peppers are the star of the show but the store bought pulled pork is a close second. Hatch Chile Salsa brings a savory bright kick to the dish. The simple avocado topping is vibrant, and provides the perfect cooling balance. Hatch Chili […]
Hatch Peppers, named after the original growing area in Hatch, New Mexico, are an authentic Southwestern favorite. Chefs say that the intense sunlight and cool nights in this valley result in a uniquely flavored pepper that’s unrivaled by any other. Hatch Peppers have a meaty flesh and mild-medium heat making […]
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 […]