Blog Archives for category Culinary Creations

Curried Seared Scallops with Snap Pea & Freekeh Salad

A sprinkle of curry power makes for a fragrant crust and deep yellow hue on each jumbo scallop.  A quick… Continue reading »

Roasted Tomato & Asparagus-Topped Pearled Cous Cous with Burrata

Ingredients like burrata cheese and truffle oil elevate what alone would be a simple dish into something superb.  Burrata cheese… Continue reading »

Swiss Chard & Golden Raisin-Stuffed Turkey Tenderloin with Marinara Sauce

I love the southern Italian influences in this hearty stuffed turkey dish.  A popular flavor combo in that region is… Continue reading »

‘White Chocolate Mousse Pie’

This luxurious dessert truly melts in your mouth.  The creamy filling is a sweet combination of whipped cream, melted white… Continue reading »

Sweet Pea Greens, Basil & Rose Petal Salad

I love the variety of organic greens offered in grocery stores these days. One of my favorite types is that… Continue reading »

Black-Eyed Pea, Kale & Tomato Sauté

A hearty Southern sauté like this one is a healthy vegetarian side to serve on its own with a bowl… Continue reading »

Fennel-Dusted Salmon with Avocado-Green Goddess Dressing

One of my favorite flavors is that of fennel pollen.  A gorgeous yellow dried spice that is highly aromatic and… Continue reading »

‘Mushroom & Pecorino Salad’

I was watching an older episode of Giada De Laurentiis’ television show, Everyday Italian the other day, and saw this… Continue reading »

‘Roasted Curried Cauliflower Salad with Oranges & Tarragon’

Boy are there a lot of moving parts to this side dish!  First you have tender, roasted cauliflower florets and… Continue reading »

‘Pork Chops in Sage Butter with Beet Puree & Swiss Chard’

Food & Wine magazine recently did a spread on traveling and eating in England. All of the recipes and their… Continue reading »