Blog Archives for category Culinary Creations

Chipotle-Lime Pork Tenderloin

The marinade for this grilled pork tenderloin is a spicy combination of chipotle salsa, fresh lime juice, a touch of… Continue reading »

Watercress & Fennel Salad with Dried Cherries, Pecans and Feta Cheese

Did you know that watercress, a cousin of beloved kale, is considered to be one of 41 powerhouse fruits and… Continue reading »

‘Halibut with Meyer Lemon Relish’

Cooking proteins en papillote is a sure fire way to ensure that they stay perfectly moist.  And what does this French… Continue reading »

‘Roasted Tomato Walnut Chicken’

I love the California walnut ads in food and lifestyle magazines—they always have a lovely spread of photos and recipe… Continue reading »

Pomegranate-Glazed Turkey

Pomegranate molasses is something I highly recommend keeping in your pantry.  A thick, syrupy reduction of sweet yet tart pomegranate… Continue reading »

Crispy Chicken Marsala with Tomatoes

Traditional Chicken Marsala is an Italian dish of pan-seared chicken cutlets served in a flavorful sauce made with dry Marsala… Continue reading »

Eggplant Parmesan Pizza

With some lovely Japanese eggplant on hand from our CSA this week, my mind immediately went to an Italian classic:… Continue reading »

Collard Greens Agrodolce

When you see the phrase agrodolce in a recipe, it refers to the Italian words ‘agro’ for sour, and ‘dolce’… Continue reading »

‘Maple-Bacon-Tarragon Dressing’

 In a back issue of Cooking Light magazine I saw a page of homemade dressing ideas that would work on… Continue reading »

Orange-Basil Butter Salmon

I adore this orange-infused sauce—a quick saute of shallots, sliced garlic and orange zest flavored with some fresh orange juice… Continue reading »