Blog Archives for category Culinary Creations

Pesto-Artichoke Hearts with Brie

 I love the flavor combination of these elegant hors d’oeuvres.  Tender baby artichoke hearts topped with your favorite basil pesto… Continue reading »

‘Carrot Salad with Coriander Vinaigrette & Pistachios’

 This simple weeknight side salad is a great way to use that bag of carrots in your produce drawer.  Uniquely… Continue reading »

‘Pork with Black Beans, Brown Rice & Green Chili-Cilantro Sauce’

 Oh how I adore ground cumin.  I practically need a separate section in my recipe folder for recipes involving this… Continue reading »

Baked Tomatoes with Olives & Herbs

 This time of year, our kitchen counter is bursting with a variety of organic tomatoes. Whether from our CSA, the… Continue reading »

‘Pancetta, Thyme & Gruyere Muffins’

 This time of year when our herb garden is flourishing, it is hard to resist snipping those herbs and using… Continue reading »

Broccoli & Chickpea Salad

Based on a recipe I saw from the kitchens of Martha Stewart Living, this simple salad is not only flavorful,… Continue reading »

Homemade Dill Pickles

 There’s nothing like a homemade dill pickle—crunchy, tart and salty all at the same time.  My homemade brine is made… Continue reading »

Tomato-Tarragon Crostini with Whipped Feta

 This simple summertime appetizer is the perfect combination of creamy, crunchy, and fresh.  Crisp crostini topped with a creamy mixture… Continue reading »

‘Grilled Tuna over Green Bean, Tomato & Chickpea Salad’

 This colorful, good-for-you salad is just another reason to use that handy indoor grill pan.  Perfectly cooked slices of meaty… Continue reading »

Steak Salad with Grilled Red Onions & Blue Cheese

 One of my favorite go-to dinners is marinated skirt steak grilled alongside tender red onions, and served over mixed greens… Continue reading »