Blog Archives for category Culinary Creations

‘Skillet Pesto Chicken & Beans’

I adore the vibrant flavor of homemade pesto sauce—to me, it really captures the flavors of summer: fresh basil, fruity… Continue reading »

Miso-Glazed Salmon

We probably all think of a piping hot bowl of Japanese miso soup when we hear about miso paste, but… Continue reading »

Asian Vegetable Dumpling Soup

The intense depth of flavor in this Asian-inspired vegetable dumpling soup comes predominately from homemade chicken stock— after simmering away… Continue reading »

Summer Squash Fettuccine with Basil Pesto & Walnuts

There’s nothing like the freshness of a homemade basil pesto.  Simply a mixture of the fragrant basil leaves, buttery pine… Continue reading »

Wild Mushroom Pasta with Leeks & Brie

I adore the variety of wild mushrooms available this time of year! Whether at the Farmer’s Market, specialty grocer, or… Continue reading »

Cherry-Glazed Lamb Chops

Store-bought fruit pastes are a wonderful product to keep on hand in the kitchen.  Usually located in the deli/cheese section… Continue reading »

‘Bitter Rice’

This hearty risotto gets its lovely hues from a pinch of golden saffron and some chopped radicchio.  The bitter radicchio… Continue reading »

‘Sugar Snap Pea Salad’

I keep a rolling collection of recipes involving buttermilk—not only because I like its rich yet tangy taste, but because… Continue reading »

‘Roasted Chicken Thighs, Potatoes & Scallions with Herb Vinaigrette’

The beauty of this sheet-pan dinner lies in its simplicity.  With their quick cooking time, boneless skinless chicken thighs cook… Continue reading »

‘Pappa al Pomodoro’

A classic soup in Tuscany, pappa al pomodoro is a satisfying tomato and bread soup that gets its flavor from fresh… Continue reading »