Blog Archives for category Culinary Creations
‘Roasted Carrots with Chimichurri’
A homemade chimichuri sauce is a zesty Argentinian herb sauce that adds a kick to any dish. A bright green… Continue reading »
Tortellini in Brodo with Spinach & Crispy Prosciutto
In Italy, this simple soup is a classic during the Holiday season. ‘In brodo’, or in broth, pretty much sums… Continue reading »
Sweet Potato, Tomato & Avocado Salsa
This unique salsa is full of flavor and a variety of colorful ingredients. Ripe tomatoes, diced red onions and cilantro… Continue reading »
‘Chopped Chard Salad with Apricot Vinaigrette’
This tasty salad is filled with some of my favorite ingredients: Swiss chard, goat cheese, walnuts, chickpeas, and the sweet… Continue reading »
Mustard & Gruyere Pinwheels
Based on a puff pastry appetizer I saw in a Barefoot Contessa cookbook, these flaky puff pastry pinwheels are filled… Continue reading »
Cauliflower, Green Bean & Tomato Gratin
Don’t be fooled when you see the word gratin—most people assume it means a heavy, baked side dish filled with… Continue reading »
‘North African Beef-and-Carrot Stew with Mint’
When I was in southern Italy for my culinary externship last year, an idea that never occurred to me before… Continue reading »
Tortellini with Sun-Dried Tomatoes & Arugula
Yet another simple weeknight dinner idea that starts with store-bought, fresh cheese tortellini. Cooked until tender, these lovely cheese-filled gems… Continue reading »
Roasted Garlic & Gruyere Stuffed Mushrooms
These simple stuffed mushrooms are bursting with flavor. The combination of roasted garlic and nutty Gruyere cheese is perfectly complimented… Continue reading »
‘Roasted Poblano & Caper Salsa’
I love the mild flavor of poblano peppers, and when you roast them they develop a lovely smokiness as well. … Continue reading »