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Spice-Crusted Salmon with Orange-Honey Glaze
I’m always looking for new ways to cook salmon so when I came across this pamphlet for honey recipes I was inspired. The glaze was delicious but felt the fennel spice was too strong for my taste so I would either eliminate or the reduce the amount next time. For the orange honey glaze: 3/4 cup orange juice 1/4 cup honey 2 tablespoons lemon … Read More Spice-Crusted Salmon with Orange-Honey Glaze
Chicken Tagine with Dried Figs and Sweet Potatoes
I came across this recipe while scrolling other blogs, I’m always looking for inspiration. This was originally posted on http://foodonfifth.com/. Not only did it have a wonderful aroma, it was delicious. It’s very easy to make but, it does take some time in the oven. 1 whole chicken, cut into quarters 3 tablespoon olive oil 3 smashed garlic cloves ( I added more) 3 … Read More Chicken Tagine with Dried Figs and Sweet Potatoes
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Creme Brulee
A few years ago a friend of mine gave me a Creme Brulee kit, I finally opened the box and decided to make this dessert. Unfortunately I could not get the torch to work so I put it back in the stove under broiler to carmelize the sugar. As I mentioned before I’m not much of a baker but it looked easy enough. I … Read More Creme Brulee
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Cauliflower and Broccoli with a Gruyere Sauce
Gruyere cheese is one of my favorite cheeses so when I came across this recipe on internet I had to make it. I added broccoli to the mix, it was for cauliflower only so I adjusted the quantities in the sauce. Recipe courtesy of Eatingwell.com. 8 cups of bite size cauliflower florets, (about 1 head) 4 teaspoons all purpose flower 1 cup 1% milk, … Read More Cauliflower and Broccoli with a Gruyere Sauce
Chicken Piccata
This dish is a staple in my house, I make it all the time. I usually serve it with mash potatoes. It is courtesy of Ina Garten. Serves 2. But it is easily doubled. I usually do the prep work ahead and leave the breaded chicken in the fridge for at least and hour before cooking. 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts kosher salt and … Read More Chicken Piccata
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Apple Cobbler
I’m not much of a baker but, around this time a year I like to make this apple cobbler. The recipe was handed down to me by a family member. It’s very simple to make. 4 cups of peeled and sliced apples ( I like to use Macintosh) 1 1/3 cup sugar 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 cup and 2 teaspoons … Read More Apple Cobbler
Boeuf Bourguignon
This is my favorite time of the year for cooking soups. I love the fact it can be made ahead of time , if entertaining and the left overs can go in the freezer. It’s great to have something on hand when it’s cold outside. This recipe is courtesy of Ina Garten. She revised it so that it is quicker in cooking time. 1 … Read More Boeuf Bourguignon
Sformato di Verdure e Carne (Vegetable & Meat Casserole)
Here’s another one skillet stovetop to oven dish I made the other night. This recipe is with ground turkey but it can be substituted with ground chicken, beef, pork or veal. Courtesy of Lidia Matticchio Bastianich. 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 small onions, thinly sliced 1 pound zucchini, diced 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 1/2 pounds ground turkey 2 tablespoons tomato paste … Read More Sformato di Verdure e Carne (Vegetable & Meat Casserole)
Skillet Gratinate of Zucchini and Chicken
In the last couple of weeks I’ve made several of these one skillet gratinate dishes from Lidia Bastianich, delicious and so easy to make. 2 pounds of chicken breasts or chicken tenders ( I buy the thin chicken breasts) 3 small or 2 medium zucchini 3 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil 1 cup or more of flour for dredging 1/2 teaspoon salt or … Read More Skillet Gratinate of Zucchini and Chicken
Ribollita
This is my all time favorite soup to make. Courtesy of Barefoot Contessa. It’s very easy. Serves 8. 1/2 pound dried white beans, such as Great Northern or cannellini Kosher salt 1/4 cup olive oil, plus extra for serving 1/4 pound diced pancetta or smoked bacon 2 cups chopped yellow onions ( 2 onions) 1 cup chopped carrots ( 3 carrots) 1 cup chopped … Read More Ribollita
Mediterranean Puff Pastry Chicken
I came across this recipe the other day while searching for Greek recipes. I was a bit surprised at how delicious it was. I was a little nervous at how well the chicken would cook but it came out perfectly after 40 minutes. Courtesy of Allrecipes. 3 tablespoons of crushed garlic 1 egg yolk 2 cups chopped fresh spinach 2 boneless skinless chicken breast … Read More Mediterranean Puff Pastry Chicken
Fregola Salad with Broccoli and Cipollini Onions
I made this salad last night with grilled salmon. Courtesy of Giada De Laurentiis Serves 4. 1 pound of fregola, orzo pasta or Israeli couscous 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 cups or 10 ounces cipollini onions, peeled and halved kosher salt and pepper 3 cloves garlic minced 1 pound broccoli, cut into small florest 1/3 cup water 1 ( 15 ounce) can … Read More Fregola Salad with Broccoli and Cipollini Onions
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