Blog Archives for category Culinary Creations

‘Sicilian-Style Beef Stew’

When you see that a recipe is ‘Sicilian’ in nature, you can bet on the fact that it contains a… Continue reading »

Haricots Verts with Cremini Mushrooms, Black Garlic & Cranberries

The best way in my opinion to cook thin, French string beans is by roasting them in a hot oven… Continue reading »

Rosemary-Dijon Pork Tenderloin with Apples & Shallots

If I had to choose my favorite flavor combination for pork, it would have to be fresh rosemary and mustard. … Continue reading »

Braised Swiss Chard with Turmeric & Chickpeas

Adding ground turmeric into a pan of braised greens not only adds a lovely deep yellow hue to the dish,… Continue reading »

Italian White Bean & Kale Sauté

Another foolproof recipe from the kitchen of the beloved Barefoot Contessa!  If you don’t already have Ina Garten’s latest cookbook… Continue reading »

Pan-Seared Moroccan Salmon with Turmeric Onions

Pan-searing salmon in a touch of olive oil makes for a divine crust and perfectly cooked fish.  For this recipe… Continue reading »

‘Roasted Turnips & Pears with Rosemary-Honey Drizzle’

Baby turnips and small Forelle pears are a perfect flavor combination for this sumptuous side dish.  The peppery nature of turnips… Continue reading »

Endive Salad with Oranges, Pistachios & Pecorino Romano

This is the time of year to embrace the wide variety of bitter greens available!  Whether it is endive, escarole,… Continue reading »

‘Chocolate-Olive Oil Cake with Walnuts’

Swapping in fruity olive oil for butter in a cake recipe makes for a super moist crumb and a lovely… Continue reading »

Hazelnut & Chive-Encrusted Salmon

This recipe works well with any chopped nuts and any herbs you have on hand.  (And boy is it easy… Continue reading »