Blog Archives for tag chives

‘Farro and Green Olive Salad with Walnuts & Raisins’

I love the Sicilian flavors in this hearty vegetarian salad from Food & Wine magazine.  You can’t go wrong with… Continue reading »

‘Pan-Roasted Duck Breast with Mushroom Fricasse’

 My sister Leanne gave me a wonderful cookbook recently from the kitchens of Ming Tsai, a Massachusetts-based chef, restaurateur, and… Continue reading »

‘Green Goddess Dressing’

 The incomparable Gwyneth Paltrow has always been a favorite celebrity of mine.  Not only is she a talented actress, a… Continue reading »

Decadent Cheese Soufflé

Searching for an impressive dish for that next dinner party? Look no further. You can’t go wrong with a crowd-pleasing,… Continue reading »

‘Bacon Endive Tomato Bites’

 This fresh and simple hors d’oeuvres from Cooking Light magazine is a delightful combination of tastes and textures.  Crisp endive… Continue reading »

Steak & Roasted Pear Salad with Blue Cheese Vinaigrette

 One of my favorite main course salads is a big bowl of mixed greens topped with perfectly cooked slices of… Continue reading »

Egg & Prosciutto Muffins

This recipe for Egg & Prosciutto Muffins is courtesy of the Louisiana Egg Commission (www.laeggs.com.)  A delicious breakfast or brunch… Continue reading »

Seared Scallops with a Grapefruit Beurre Blanc

My favorite sauce that I learned to make in culinary school was a traditional beurre blanc sauce.  A rich, slightly… Continue reading »

Seared Scallops with Tomato Jam

I love the flavor combination of tender, buttery scallops and the sweetness and slight acidity of fresh tomatoes.  My Seared… Continue reading »