I suppose you're wondering what in the world is Summer Lasagna? Well, it's lasagna I make in the summer. :) Naw! Just kidding. Summer lasagna is my answer to lasagna all year-long. Just like soup, I like to eat lasagna in all … [Read more...]
Stuffed Pork Loin with Fresh Spinach, Feta and Golden Raisins
June 12, 2011 Leave a Comment
I just might have a thousand recipes for pork (exaggerating a wee bit), but for some reason I'm completely bored with all of them. I think it's time to get a little fancy with this week's pork. And by fancy I don't mean lots of work, … [Read more...]
Baby Spinach, Raspberry and Toasted Walnut Salad in Raspberry Vinaigrette
June 3, 2011 7 Comments
Last night I needed a quick salad for dinner. Looking through the frig I realized I didn’t have any fresh romaine. But I had mounds of baby spinach, 2 lbs to be exact. Obviously I got a little excited when purchasing spinach; really, who … [Read more...]
Warm Farro with Wilted Baby Spinach and Crispy Pancetta
May 7, 2011 Leave a Comment
Meet my new discovery, Farro. Well, it's not really a "new" discovery, I've just finally figured out how to cook with it. Farro is one of those new again ancient grains to gain popularity in the mainstream food arena. A grain that feels and … [Read more...]
Lemon Chicken Florentine
April 6, 2011 6 Comments
Sometimes I feel like the Queen of the quick meal; prep it, cook it, sauce it and serve it! Fresh ingredients that require minimal effort but result in exceptional flavor. And sometimes I like to make dinner a project. Piddling around in … [Read more...]
Fish Florentine
September 29, 2010 Leave a Comment
Spinach is one of those leafy green veggies I could consume on a daily basis. I can eat it in a salad, on a sandwich, as a savory side dish with lots of garlic, in eggs, omelets, Quiche, fritattas and pastas; you name it, I've eaten it with … [Read more...]
Spinach Salad with Cremini Mushrooms and Crispy Pancetta tossed in a Maple vinaigrette
June 8, 2010 Leave a Comment
Some evenings I simply crave veggies. Unfortunately, I seem to have this need to dress up my simple veggies with this, that and the other, and often end up just a tad bit short of simple. However, always delicious! That's how I ended up … [Read more...]
Frittatas
January 6, 2010 2 Comments
When I’m in need of something filling and delicious to serve for breakfast or brunch, a frittata is just the dish. Although Omelet’s are prepared with similar ingredients, a frittata is easy, can be prepared all at once and can feed several … [Read more...]
Pan Seared Halibut Cheeks over Wilted Spinach topped with a White Wine and Lemon Sauce
June 18, 2009 2 Comments
Sometimes the simplest of recipes can surprise the palate. All it takes is a few quality ingredients combined with the freshest of fish, meat or vegetable and you’re taste buds will think you’ve been dining out. Fresh Halibut has to be … [Read more...]
Grilled Spinach, Mushroom and Black Bean Quesadilla’s
May 29, 2009 Leave a Comment
There is nothing like a beautiful and warm, but not hot, spring evening when dining outside is pure pleasure. Grilling on one of these beautiful evenings is a definite must. Grilled Quesadillas are a perfect choice. Not only are they simple, … [Read more...]
Spinach and Leek Quiche
May 19, 2009 Leave a Comment
Quiche for dinner? You betcha! Serving a quiche for dinner is quick, simple and it can be prepared with a variety of different fillings. For a heartier meal, substitute cooked ground Italian sausage and a handful of sliced sauteed mushrooms … [Read more...]
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