Blog Archives for category Culinary Creations

Sugar Cookie Tart with Fresh Berries

 This gorgeous tart combines three of my favorite sweet treats: sugar cookies, pastry cream and fresh berries.  A sweet and… Continue reading »

French Ham, Brie & Apple Sandwiches

 Served as a unique dinnertime treat with a warm bowl of soup, or as a hearty lunch, one thing’s for… Continue reading »

‘Tuscan-Style Garlic-Herb Pork Chops’

 Grab that indoor grill pan because this hearty pork chop dish is calling your name!  Tender bone-in pork chops grilled… Continue reading »

‘Rhubarb & Beets’

 Oh what a gorgeous plate this is!  The ruby red slices of rhubarb paired with baby golden beets is stunning—and… Continue reading »

Puff Pastry Roulades with Artichoke-Feta Tapenade

 The start of a new season not only means temperature and weather changes, but also produce and cooking changes as… Continue reading »

Mashed Potatoes with Caramelized Shallots

 Growing up, homemade mashed potatoes were saved for special occasions.  (In fact, my sister Mary Lauren used to love them… Continue reading »

‘Roasted Peppers with Spaghetti Stuffing’

 If the incomparable Martha Stewart were still using her infamous catch phrase, ‘It’s a good thing’, this would be one… Continue reading »

Baked Salmon with Roasted Tomato-Serrano Salsa

 A delectable topping for any fish, this roasted tomato salsa is fresh and as simple as it gets. A flavorful… Continue reading »

‘Green Minestrone’

 Who says soups are only for the cold weather months?  This lovely spring soup is filled with the bright, fresh… Continue reading »

‘Persian-Style Carrots & Black-Eyed Peas’

 When I think of Persian cuisine, I think of warm spices and an incredible mix of flavors.  This Persian-style side… Continue reading »