I just read the blogging world is now over 2 million strong. 2 million. That’s a lot of bloggers. I’ve never considered myself a true blogger. Just a personal chef and culinary instructor who happens to give her recipes a home, on a … [Read more...]
Huckleberry Barbeque Sauce with Thin Cut Pork Loin Chops
March 19, 2012 25 Comments
It’s the first day of spring. It feels like winter. I wish it were summer. I love summer in the Northwest. Blueberries, blackberries, huckleberries and raspberries. Rainier cherries, apricots and peaches. And sunshine. … [Read more...]
Weeknight Ragu over Jovial Brown Rice Pasta
December 8, 2011 13 Comments
Yep, I did it again. Second time in a week I forgot to plan dinner. I plan at least 3-4 meals at one time. Always. But it’s my busy season and I got sidetracked. It happens. Right? Thankfully my crew is easy to please (Mmmm… fairly … [Read more...]
Pork with Pears and Golden Raisins
November 4, 2011 5 Comments
I’ve become a pear hoarder. I’ve made three trips to the market this week specifically to purchase pears. I know you’re wondering why. Because I have pear snatchers (I guess I should say “snackers”) living in my house. Two … [Read more...]
Asian Style Grilled Pork Loin Chops with Sauteed Sweet Onions … and a trip to Lopez Island Farmer’s Market!
July 31, 2011 4 Comments
I'm a Farmer's Market obsessed mad woman this summer. It all started with the lovely flight over to Orcas Island this past June. Oh yeah, that's the one that got me going. On the flight back home from Orcas, I turned to my hunky pilot … [Read more...]
Orange Chili Marinated Pork Cutlets with Jicama Carrot Salad
April 25, 2011 Leave a Comment
I'm all over the board when it comes to dinner; Italian, French, Mexican, Asian, Thai, Indian, Southern, Swedish... and the list goes on. Because I love variety, I have a habit of giving each nights meal a "theme". Monday night might be … [Read more...]
Sweet Italian Sausage and Porcini Mushroom Ragu over Pappardelle
January 6, 2011 Leave a Comment
Porcini mushrooms and sweet Italian sausage were made for each other. I adore the two flavors combined in a rich and hearty tomato sauce, served over thick pieces of pasta. Pappardelle is one of the best pastas for rich and thick slow … [Read more...]
Spice Rubbed Pork Loin Chops with Sweet and Smoky Barbeque Sauce
December 6, 2010 3 Comments
Mmmm.... there is nothing like the sweet and smoky flavors of barbeque. And this time of year when the weather is gray and the grill cover stays on more than off, barbeque seems like a real treat. Yep, it's that time of year when we … [Read more...]
Slow Roasted Italian Pork Shoulder with Rosemary White Beans
September 19, 2010 3 Comments
This dish is what the Bennett crew calls "pork and beans". Most definitely not the traditional pork and beans I grew up on, you know, the kind that's heavily laced with barbeque sauce and lots of smoky bacon. And although the traditional pork … [Read more...]
Asian Style Slow Roasted Pork
August 26, 2010 Leave a Comment
There is nothing like a good roast pork. Mouth-watering delicious, moist and juicy and full of fabulous flavors that have me coming back for seconds. I'm always looking for new, inventive methods to prepare pork and drawing from different … [Read more...]
Sweet and Spicy Grilled Pork Loin Chops with Grilled Apple Slices
April 17, 2010 3 Comments
I stopped by our local meat market to purchase some sausages for a weekend breakfast, and spotted the most beautiful pork loin chops. Well, I absolutely could not leave that market without those chops. However, I hadn't planned a meal with pork … [Read more...]
Ms. Natalies Country Style Pork Ribs
February 3, 2010 2 Comments
I love a good slow cooker meal. It makes my busy week less stressful and dinner much easier to accomplish. And this dish couldn't be easier! Ms. Natalie, as my daughters lovingly call her, prepared this meal for us one evening. It was … [Read more...]
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