Blog Archives for category Culinary Creations

‘Chickpeas & Kale in Spicy Pomodoro Sauce’

I look forward to the healthy collection of recipes that are published in magazines at the beginning of each year…. Continue reading »

‘Carrots Provençal’

Each and every one of Patricia Wells’ cookbooks is miraculous.  One of my favorite of her cookbooks is At Home… Continue reading »

‘Seared Grouper with Black-Eyed Pea Relish’

I’ve been seeing a wide variety of fish available lately at our local Whole Foods Market–  everything from the basics… Continue reading »

Snap Peas with Potatoes, Pesto & Watercress

Having pesto sauce, whether fresh or store-bought, in the kitchen is a simple way to brighten up a variety of… Continue reading »

Dijon & Rosemary-Roasted Beef Tenderloin

When you have a superior cut of meat, the the simpler the secondary ingredients the better.  (And, the simpler the… Continue reading »

Whole Wheat Orzo with Roasted Artichoke Hearts & Almond Pesto

Roasting the baby artichokes in olive oil, sliced garlic and a touch of crushed red pepper flakes really adds a… Continue reading »

Broccolini with Kalamata Olive Vinaigrette

Blanching broccolini and then flavoring it with a touch of olive oil or butter while its warm is my favorite… Continue reading »

Pearled Farro with Spinach, Toasted Almonds & Sesame Oil

This is one of those dishes that is the result of having a well stocked pantry!  Searching for a side… Continue reading »

Seared Scallops with Slow-Roasted Balsamic Cherry Tomatoes

Roasting cherry tomatoes in a low temperature oven along with olive oil, fresh herbs, diced yellow pepper and sliced garlic… Continue reading »

‘Porchetta-Style Roast Pork’

A classic in Italian cooking, a traditional porchetta is a delectable boneless pork roast most often flavored with garlic, fresh rosemary, fennel… Continue reading »