This leek and shitake sauté should have a better name. This combination is one more thing to add your culinary toolkit. It has so many uses. You can add it to an omelet, or on top of a bowl of polenta, you can serve under a serving of fish, chicken, or steak. Are you getting the … [Read more...] about Leek and Shiitake Sauté
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A Quick Thin Crust Pizza
A Quick Thin Crust Pizza I have been looking for convenience lately. I am loving homemade, but sometimes it is not as practical for me and I get caught flat footed. I am always working toward that goal, but I guess I have just not reached that level. If I can find something … [Read more...] about A Quick Thin Crust Pizza
Chicken Pesto Pasta
I vacillated about publishing this post. I thought you may appreciate it or I might lose all credibility. Then I thought this is a peek into the way I live so I am posting it. Last week I made French Tarragon Chicken. In my opinion I thought it delicious, but clearly I made too … [Read more...] about Chicken Pesto Pasta
Clafoutis Provençal
Oh my gosh, I just stumbled upon the most delicious recipe. Last week I made Cod with Tomato and Tapenade. I thought it was so good that I bragged quiet a bit. I don’t brag because I am so talented, but rather that I found such a good recipe and I want to share with you; one … [Read more...] about Clafoutis Provençal
Moroccan Potatoes
I should have taken photos in progress, at least the mise en place, but I didn’t because I was not sure I was going to post about this dish. A few weeks ago I made Lemon Parsley, Pesto, Parmesan, and Pasta. It turned out above my expectations. It tasted like I was at an … [Read more...] about Moroccan Potatoes
Lemon, Parsley, and Parmesan Plus Pasta
Lemon, Parsley, and Parmesan Plus Pasta If I would stop by unexpectedly, not that I would be so bold or rude, not unexpectedly, but maybe on short notice, what would you have for lunch? I mean if you wanted to have me for lunch. Do you have a signature dish that makes … [Read more...] about Lemon, Parsley, and Parmesan Plus Pasta
Angel Hair Pasta With Feta and Pine Nuts
Angel Hair Pasta With Tomatoes, Feta, and Pine Nuts As soon as you can get your hands on some flavorful tomatoes, make this dish. It is so quick you won’t believe it. The hardest part is the prep. This dish is probably the “poster-child” for mise en place. It goes together … [Read more...] about Angel Hair Pasta With Feta and Pine Nuts
Panko Crusted Fish
Panko Crusted Fish I strive to put delicious food on the table with minimal amount of work. This dish is so easy if you have all the ingredients. I see no reason someone just learning could not make this dish. It fits the easy criteria. … [Read more...] about Panko Crusted Fish
Rosemary – Parmesan Scone
I am always in search of the perfect recipe. I try to stay true to the recipe as best as I can the first time, but as soon as I make something I start obsessing thinking of how to improve it. Sometimes I wonder why a dish failed and I always think it is my fault, but when you … [Read more...] about Rosemary – Parmesan Scone