Blog Archives for category Culinary Creations

Seared Scallops with Harissa & Lime

Don’t say I didn’t warn you; these scallops pack some heat! Coated in a flavorful coating of spicy harissa paste,… Continue reading »

Whole Roasted Carrots with Crumbled Feta & Pecans

Searching for a dramatic presentation for everyday carrots? Try roasting and serving whole carrots as a unique side dish idea. … Continue reading »

‘Chickpea-Spinach Masala’

The word masala is of Indian origin and translates into ‘a mixture of spices.’  One of its most popular uses in a… Continue reading »

‘Coconut Custard Pie’

You can’t go wrong with any sort of ‘cream pie.’ Banana cream, chocolate cream, peanut butter cream, lemon cream, vanilla… Continue reading »

Rigatoni with French Lentils & Sausage

These are the same French lentils that I love to serve with a classic roast chicken or simple baked salmon… Continue reading »

Radicchio & Endive Salad with Persimmons, Pomegranate Seeds & Goat Cheese

This is the time of year to go all out with bitter greens. The variety of bitter greens available right… Continue reading »

‘Baked Herby Carrots’

 I highly recommend the source for this slow-cooked Italian recipe! A cookbook named Gennaro Slow Cook Italian by Gennaro Contaldo. … Continue reading »

‘Crispy Salmon Fillets with Sesame-Soy Drizzle’

The classic flavor combination of toasted sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, and soy sauce is a wonderfully fragrant way to… Continue reading »

Beef, Broccoli & Kimchi Stir Fry

Served over long-grain white or brown rice, this flavorful and healthy stir-fry is the way to go on a busy… Continue reading »

‘Zucchini Penne with Ricotta’

What a wonderful vegetarian pasta dish to help use up that stock pile of summer squash!  Simple a combination of… Continue reading »