Blog Archives for tag Arugula

‘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 »

Black-eyed Pea Salad with Cornbread Croutons

It’s hard to say if the cornbread croutons or the black-eyed peas are the star of this dish.  A warm… Continue reading »

‘Grapefruit and Hearts of Palm Salad’

This colorful and super flavorful salad from Cooking Light magazine is a wonderful way to enjoy the seasons offering of… Continue reading »

Roasted Eggplant & Tomatoes with Mint Oil

 One of the culinary treasures I brought back from Italy with me was a mint-infused extra virgin olive oil from… Continue reading »

‘Squash & Bean Minestrone’

 Traditional minestrone soup is a rustic and hearty Italian soup filled with fresh vegetables of the season, beans, and pasta…. Continue reading »

Arugula, Pine Nut, & Pomegranate Salad with Pecorino

 This simple salad is not only a beautiful display of vibrant colors, but an array of vibrant tastes as well…. Continue reading »

Roasted Red Pepper & White Bean Salad

My Roasted Red Pepper & White Bean Salad is a colorful and scrumptious side dish that is full of Italian… Continue reading »

Caramelized Fennel & Grapefruit Salad with Olives

   Fennel, or finocchio as it is known in Italy, is an anise-flavored vegetable with a bulb-like base that can… Continue reading »

Smoked Salmon on Rye

Calling all lox and bagels fans!  This is my version of the classic but lightened up a bit.  Don’t get… Continue reading »

Salami & Arugula Pizza

 My Salami & Arugula Pizza is both meaty and cheesy—just what a pizza should be.  Picture this—a tender, whole wheat… Continue reading »