Blog Archives for category Culinary Creations

Green Peas with Pearl Onions, Mushrooms & Crispy Pancetta

With Spring just around the corner, my mind is starting to ease into the ingredients that we all associate with… Continue reading »

Seared Pork Tenderloin with Garlic-Sage Sauce

One of my favorite pairings for fragrant fresh sage leaves is that of pork.  Because of the strength of sage… Continue reading »

Leek & White Bean-Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

There are a handful of flavor combinations that I love in a stuffed mushroom.  The first few that come to… Continue reading »

‘Salmon & Spinach Salad’

If you weren’t already anticipating the arrival of spring temperatures and produce, this fresh and flavorful main course salad recipe… Continue reading »

‘Lemongrass-Ginger Chicken Soup with Swiss Chard’

This fragrant Vietnamese-inspired soup gets its depth of flavor from homemade chicken stock, sesame oil, lemongrass, garlic and fresh ginger. … Continue reading »

Lemony Risotto with Green Olives & Parma Ham

One of my favorite go-to comfort foods is a hearty serving of creamy risotto.  Made with Italian Arborio rice, risotto… Continue reading »

Rosemary-Baked Salmon with Mushrooms & Broccoli

A healthy one-pan dinner like this one is a refreshing idea for a weeknight dinner.  Little prep time, little cook time,… Continue reading »

Broccoli with Lemon & Walnuts

This healthy broccoli side dish gets its flavor from three things: tangy lemon zest, buttery walnuts and rich walnut oil. … Continue reading »

Black Rice Pilaf with Toasted Almonds, Scallions & Goat Cheese

Black rice, also called Forbidden Rice, is aptly named because as the story goes, its exclusivity and powerful health benefits were… Continue reading »

‘Honey-Glazed Pork & Fennel’

We already know that pork and mustard are a great flavor pairing, but don’t overlook the tasty Italian pairing of… Continue reading »