Blog Archives for category Culinary Creations

‘Orecchiette with Sausage, Chickpeas and Mint’

After a busy day I usually gravitate towards a simple yet delectable pasta dish like this one for a quick-and-easy… Continue reading »

‘Strawberry & Tomato Salad’

What a colorful and unique summer salad idea! It might sound strange to pair tomatoes with strawberries, but the sweetness… Continue reading »

‘Wax Beans with Chorizo, Almonds & Parsley’

What a colorful and tasty side dish!  If you’re not super familiar with wax beans, think of them as green… Continue reading »

‘Slow Cooker Cioppino’

A cioppino is a classic Italian-American seafood stew with a tasty tomato base.  Flavored with onion, sliced garlic, fennel and… Continue reading »

Grilled Salmon with Lemon-Dill Vinaigrette

Fresh dill and lemon are perfect flavorings for rich, flaky salmon.  For this grilled salmon recipe, I decided to make… Continue reading »

‘Shaved Baby Artichoke & Marinated Mushroom Salad’

I keep seeing recipes for quick pickling and marinating seasonal produce for an extra ‘pop’ of flavor in side dishes… Continue reading »

Caprese Scrambled Eggs

Everyone knows and loves a classic Caprese salad.  Hailing from the isle of Capri, this traditional Italian salad is made… Continue reading »

‘Speckled Trout with Asparagus’

What a simple and lovely plate of deliciousness!  Flaky trout fillets served with steamed asparagus, a lemon-butter sauce and a rice pilaf… Continue reading »

‘Cheddar & Chive Soufflés’

Whether savory or sweet, a French soufflé is always a treat.  They all start with the same base; a classic… Continue reading »

Sautéed Spinach with Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Olives & Balsamic Vinegar

This healthy Italian side dish is filled with the bright flavors of the Mediterranean.   Tender sautéed baby spinach, quality olive… Continue reading »