Flourless Chocolate Cake

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Cake never lasts long in my house.  Especially flourless chocolate cake.  This light and fluffy cake is rich in dark chocolate and can be topped with whipped cream, ice cream or a simple raspberry sauce.  Although, my youngest daughter loves to … [Read more...]

Mango Cilantro Avocado Salsa over Grilled Halibut

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Tropical salsas can take a fish dinner from good to great! I adore tropical fruits and especially like them paired with fresh fish of the season.  This mango salsa recipe is simple, fresh and makes dinner a breeze.  Just top your fresh grilled, … [Read more...]

Mixed Herb Italian Salsa Verde Over Seared Sea Scallops

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Every year when my herb garden is overflowing with fresh herbs I start making a multitude of different toppings and sauces for my weeknight menu's.  I also dry my herbs for use in soups and stews or to marinate feta cheese.  I'll get that feta … [Read more...]

Grilled Halibut with a Mediterranean Sun Dried Tomato Relish

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Halibut Season is here and I'm on the halibut band wagon!  Actually, I feel more like a walking halibut commercial.  It's a happy day around these parts when halibut season opens each year.  Beautiful white and flaky, but delicate and sweet … [Read more...]

Italian Parsley Vinaigrette with Mandarin Oranges over Halibut and Mixed Greens

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I love a simply prepared halibut.  Just a nice pan seared filet with a little something drizzled over the top.  Add some fresh spring greens tossed in my fave Italian parsley vinaigrette and my lovely fish meal just became beautifully … [Read more...]

Breakfast Pizza

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I'm always looking for new breakfast ideas.  Something just a little different than a traditional omelet or scrambled eggs or even a breakfast quiche.  Although these egg dishes are yummy, a breakfast pizza makes a rainy day or weekend morning a … [Read more...]

Pan Seared Sea Scallops with Fresh Spring Greens, Mandarin Oranges and a Citrus Vinaigrette

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Sea scallops seem to be one of the "scariest" shellfish to prepare.  I cannot tell you how many times I've ruined perfectly good scallops.  The key is to be patient.  Scallops really are simple to prepare and can make a fast, delicious dinner if … [Read more...]

Graham Cracker Pudding Cake

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On occasion, I love to post something for all the little Chef's in our lives.  And this recipe is sure to make your little Chef giggle with happiness. Actually it makes me giggle with happiness.  I think I ate half the dessert, "quality … [Read more...]

Pan Seared Dover Sole over Fresh Greens with a Spicy Orange Vinaigrette

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I went to my local (and favorite) fish market yesterday, Gemini Fish Market in Issaquah, WA, and found a large selection of beautiful white fish.  But the Dover Sole caught my eye ; it was the most beautiful shade of glistening white with just a … [Read more...]

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