Blog Archives for tag balsamic vinegar

Fennel & Sage-Rubbed Pork with Tuscan Kale & Pancetta Sauté

The naturally mild flavor of pork allows it to stand up well to bold flavorings.  On that note, some of… Continue reading »

Brown & Wild Rice Pilaf with Dandelion Greens & Balsamic Mushrooms

Dandelion greens are a popular bitter green in Italian cooking that resemble a small bunch of Swiss chard or beet… Continue reading »

‘Baby Spinach & Strawberry Salad’

Best if made with ripe Louisiana strawberries and Louisiana roasted pecans of course (wink—wink), this stunning warm weather salad is… Continue reading »

Grilled Lamb Chops with Fig-Balsamic Glaze

The first layer of flavor for these luscious grilled lamb chops comes from a simple marinade made with olive oil,… Continue reading »

Fennel-Rubbed Pork Roast with Tomato-Olive Ragu

Pork and fennel are a match made in culinary heaven.  For this pork roast recipe, I put an Italian flare… Continue reading »

Beet & Apple Sauté with Balsamic Vinegar

If you are lucky enough to buy beets with their lovely green tops still attached…don’t throw them out for goodness… Continue reading »

Leek & White Bean-Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

There are a handful of flavor combinations that I love in a stuffed mushroom.  The first few that come to… Continue reading »

Rosemary-Baked Salmon with Mushrooms & Broccoli

A healthy one-pan dinner like this one is a refreshing idea for a weeknight dinner.  Little prep time, little cook time,… Continue reading »

Seared Scallops with Slow-Roasted Balsamic Cherry Tomatoes

Roasting cherry tomatoes in a low temperature oven along with olive oil, fresh herbs, diced yellow pepper and sliced garlic… Continue reading »

‘Poached Cod in Tomato Sauce with Prunes’

I know it sounds odd adding sweet, dried fruit into a hearty tomato sauce, but in fact, it is a… Continue reading »