Perhaps you’ve had your fill of turkey. Your evenings are busy with holiday preparations. You love the idea of a clean meal, simply prepared. Tender roasted salmon topped with a walnut green olive pesto is the answer to your question of what to eat for dinner on the quick. Continue reading
Occasionally, as a personal chef I encounter folks who don’t care for pumpkin pie at Thanksgiving. Pumpkin spice as a flavor, yes, but no to pumpkin custard in a pie crust. Continue reading
I promised myself to incorporate local apples into sweet and savory dishes this autumn. Last post for Chai Spice Apple Cake was just the beginning. Pork and apples are a tasty pairing. Continue reading
One of my favorite fall events is the appearance of autumn’s first local apples at roadside stands. Typically, these are tender and not good travelers. You won’t see these varieties at the grocery store later in the season. They are here, and then they are not here. Continue reading
Eventually, the muggy heat of summer gives way to the chill of autumn. My favorite time of year to create in the kitchen is fall and winter. Simmer, braise and slow cook are the techniques of the more temperate months and I am all in. Continue reading
Think of summer stone fruit and your first thought will be peaches. Why stop there? Continue reading
Crisp, juicy watermelon is a terrific appetizer, especially if you add savory flavors. Salty feta and creamy tahini made with lime juice and fresh mint rescue watermelon from breakfast status. Continue reading
July is National Ice Cream Month. I am a little late to this party, unfortunately, but here is my contribution. Know that I enjoyed ice cream all month long. The recipe took a couple tries to get it right, so I enjoyed several servings, as did my Official Tasters. Continue reading
Lucky gardeners have an abundance of summer mint. Crush some leaves in your fingers to release an invigorating aroma. Make desserts . Add to savory dishes. Have some refreshing mint iced tea – this is my favorite way to keep the plants trimmed. Allowing them to flower cuts down on leaf production and, therefore, you have less mint to enjoy. Continue reading
Summer is picnics, backyard barbecues and cookouts. Whether you’re hosting or invited, you’ll want to bring a unique dish. Herbed Potato Corn Salad combines classic outdoor summer favorites : potato salad and corn on the cob. Continue reading