Blog Archives for category Culinary Creations

Pappardelle with Artichoke Hearts, Broccoli & Olives

A few items I highly recommend always having in the house are your favorite jarred marinara sauce, dried or fresh… Continue reading »

Radicchio & Watercress Salad with Pine Nuts, Mushrooms and Prosciutto

Very similar to the classic Italian tricolore salad of radicchio, endive and arugula with shaved Parmesan over top, my version of… Continue reading »

‘Fresh Almonds, Zucchini, Curry & Mint’

I just read through Patricia Wells’ amazing French cookbook aptly entitled, The Paris Cookbook.  All of the recipes epitomized classic… Continue reading »

‘Hearty Tortellini Soup’

Such a healthy soup that freezes beautifully as well! A lovely soup no matter what time of year, this vegetable… Continue reading »

‘Lemon Chicken with Croutons’

There are a couple of unique details in this roast chicken recipe that elevate the dish from tasty to incredibly… Continue reading »

Sockeye Salmon with Oranges & Olives

This fragrant baked salmon dish uses both the zest of a sweet orange and its juice.  The chopped orange zest… Continue reading »

Matcha-White Chocolate Bark

Craving a sweet confection, I scoured the pantry and freezer for something unique to create.  I came upon two of… Continue reading »

‘Beetroot & Feta Soda Bread’

This easy-to-make soda bread is AMAZING!  Simply a quick mixture of all purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and low-fat buttermilk… Continue reading »

Crawfish Paella with Black Beans & Asparagus

This is so much more than just Crawfish Paella with Black Beans & Asparagus.  With so many colorful ingredients, this melting… Continue reading »

Marcona Almond-Crusted Scallops with Provençal Tomatoes

One of my favorite things about having a vegetable garden is the forced creativity. What I mean by this is… Continue reading »