Oh for the love of all things Avocado. I’m on an intense avocado kick these days. I feel like adding avocado to everything. Actually, Suzie Q, my youngest, made that very comment the other day. “Mom, you add avocado to … [Read more...]
Asparagus and Leek Soup with Crispy Mushroom Gremolata
May 6, 2013 37 Comments
It’s been a beautiful few days here in the Pacific Northwest. Unusually warm spring weather brought everyone outdoors, with barbecues grills heavily in use. It’s just a little exciting when one can grill outside without donning the rain … [Read more...]
Tacos, Ceviche and a Dessert
May 4, 2013 11 Comments
Over the years, I've had a long love affair with Mexican food. I must have 50 different taco recipes floating around my kitchen. All with an abundance of fresh ingredients, fragrant aromas that fill my house and robust and spicy … [Read more...]
Porcini and Rosemary Slow Braised Pot Roast
May 2, 2013 15 Comments
There is something exceptional about porcini mushrooms. They aren't your run of the mill button's and much more interesting than cremini; although I do love a bowl of sautéed cremini's. Still, much more flavorful than shitake's and almost as … [Read more...]
Tuscan Grilled Rib-eye
April 15, 2013 32 Comments
The sun is slowly setting, gradually creating a luminescent twilight. With twilight comes the warm fragrance of fresh and earthy rosemary, combined with the spicy knowing scent of simmered garlic in the freshest of olive oil. Two perfectly … [Read more...]
Crawfish Fettuccine
April 6, 2013 42 Comments
Late winter and early spring I always get a craving for crawfish. It’s in season around this time of year and paired with Mardi Gras, these two events always remind me of several delicious years living in Louisiana. My time in Louisiana were … [Read more...]
Fresh Spinach, Arugula and Lemon Risotto
March 25, 2013 35 Comments
One of my chicken gals laid an egg today! Yes, I splattered the good news all over facebook, instagram, and twitter. After my little social media blitz, I joyously announced the good news to my two sassy gals. To which the reply was less than … [Read more...]
Mediterranean Couscous Salad
March 4, 2013 26 Comments
Last June I decided it was high time I got out-and-about my local area and begin meeting some of my fellow food bloggers and food writers. After all, I can’t just hang out with my chicken girls all the time. ;) While attending various food and … [Read more...]
Hearty Winter Bolognese
February 18, 2013 42 Comments
When I was little, I remember my Grandmother standing at the stove top stirring her homemade tapioca pudding. I stood close by, waiting, asking to help, so I could somehow sneak a sample of her delicious recipe. Grandma smiled and with a twinkle … [Read more...]
Pork Tenderloin Medallions with Roasted Red Pepper Hazelnut Sauce
February 15, 2013 22 Comments
I always keep a spare pork tenderloin, or two, in the freezer. It's one of those quick fix meals that pairs beautifully with most any sauce or roasted winter fruit. I had planned to use this tenderloin with a spiced apple compote, which is … [Read more...]
Moroccan Spiced Shrimp with Polenta Cakes
February 11, 2013 39 Comments
Fat Tuesday and Valentine’s Day… all in one week. Boy, did those two events sneak up on me. Feeling like “Last Minute Karista”, I quickly planned my week’s menu and raced off to the market yesterday morning before the Andouille … [Read more...]
Cardamom and Ginger Spiced Yogurt Sauce
February 4, 2013 45 Comments
I’ve been a member of several book clubs over the years. Each time, I joined with the exuberance of a puppy playing with a new bone. Excited about all the new books I’d be discovering and reading, all the new friendships to be made and … [Read more...]
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