Springtime Chicken and Purple Carrot Stew
Hello April! The snow has finally disappeared from the roadside and sidewalks. It’s glorious. And here’s a little recipe that celebrates the flavor of spring, because man oh man. It’s
Category: Lunch
CategoriesAppetizer Bread/Baking Cheese Dinner Lunch Vegetarian
Dilled Asparagus, Leek and Parmesan Tart
I had a friend over for dinner the other night, and I had the joy of turning her onto puff pastry. It was like Christmas morning when we were kids.
Cabin Fever Flautas and Homemade Toothpicks
Hoo boy. As much as I hate super hot weather in summer (a lot) and can generally tolerate cold weather, this winter is getting a little ridiculous. Seriously ridiculous. From
CategoriesAppetizer Bread/Baking Dinner Lunch Side Dishes Vegetarian
Spicy Swiss Cheese and Green Olive Crackers
Hello, Superbowl Sunday! Although the closest I get to following a team is re-watching Friday Night Lights, the day does lend itself to festive party food – if only because
Sweet Pepper and Fennel Chicken with White Wine Sauce
I love meals like this. To me, they’re “mic drop” dinners. As in, “Womp, there it is!” (mic drop) It’s so simple to make, that you can start it a
CategoriesAppetizer Cheese Dinner Lunch Vegetarian
Roasted Tomato and Ricotta Crostini
You’ve had it happen. I’ve had it happen. At some point before dinnertime, you realize that you have no idea what to make. And you kind of don’t care whether
CategoriesDinner Lunch Side Dishes Vegetarian
Brussels Sprouts with Lemon and Cranberries
Hello November. How’s it going? You’re looking a little gray and drab. But, you still have amazing produce and I’m not about to turn down all you have to offer.
CategoriesAppetizer Cheese Dinner Lunch Side Dishes Vegetarian
Fall Greens and Cauliflower Gratin
There are some recipe ideas that get into your head and linger there like a constant daydream. For me it was the idea of putting greens and cauliflower together in
Chicken Enchiladas with Roasted Mini Tomatillo Sauce
My friend Kelee knows the way to my heart. In the last week she’s given me a pint of mini tomatillos and a shopping bag of kale. How great is
CategoriesAppetizer Cheese Dinner Lunch Side Dishes Vegetarian
Singing in the Kitchen: Parsley, Sage, Rosemary and Thyme Dip
My father cracks me up. He’ll sing at the drop of a hat, and one of his favorites is a certain Simon and Garfunkel song. Because my mother and I
CategoriesAppetizer Condiments/Spices Dinner Lunch Sauces Vegetarian
Spicy Thai Basil Sauce
“I found Thai basil, I found Thai basil!” Jedd happily yelled when he walked through the door. “Whut?” I asked looking up from the computer. “I found it, I finally
CategoriesBreakfast/Brunch Dinner Lunch Potatoes Vegetarian
Spicy Farmers Market Homefries and Scallions
Tis the season to be drowning in produce, fa la la la la, la la la la. It’s the most wonderful time of the year! This week we had baby
CategoriesAppetizer Breakfast/Brunch Dinner Lunch Sauces Vegetarian
Panzanella, the Perfect Salad for a Picnic
Labor day is fast approaching and it typically leaves me a little stymied. Especially if I’m invited to a gathering and the hosts say, “Don’t bring pasta salad, we’ve got
CategoriesAppetizer Dinner Lunch Sauces Side Dishes Vegetarian
Inspired by Kim: Kale, Parsley and Basil Pesto
Last week I was talking to my mother on the phone, when she happened to mention that my cousin, Kim had made kale pesto for the family over the weekend.
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Farmers Market Saturday: Braised Summer Scallions and Baby Onions
Between our CSA and our addiction to the farmers market, we have an embarrassment of riches right now. And two of the ingredients we are loving at the moment are