Blog Archives for tag fresh basil

‘Peas with Basil’

Another simple yet unforgettable recipe from Jacques Pepin’s latest cookbook, Poulets & Legumes! Fresh green peas cooked until tender in… Continue reading »

‘Stir-Fried Chicken with Walnuts and Basil’

A colorful stir-fry like this one is the perfect idea for a busy weeknight dinner.  With minimal prep, a stir-fry comes… Continue reading »

Classic Lasagna Bolognese

My husband made a special dinner request this week which I was thrilled to go along with!  He was craving… Continue reading »

‘Spaghettini with Warm Bacon-Mushroom Vinaigrette’

If you are a fan of a warm bacon vinaigrette on a spinach salad, well this is its ‘pasta cousin’!… Continue reading »

‘Red Thai Salmon Curry’

We love keeping jars of curry paste in the fridge.  It seems that each time you use them you only… Continue reading »

Spaghetti Squash with Olive Tapenade & Pecorino Cheese

Roasted strands of spaghetti squash are a wonderful low-card alternative to pasta that can be served anytime of year.  For… Continue reading »

‘Roman-Style Chicken Sauté with Artichokes’

Ah, Rome.  During my time in Southern Italy after culinary school, I traveled via train from Sorrento to Rome a total of… Continue reading »

‘Spaghetti with Tomato & Walnut Pesto’

This seemingly simple pasta dish actually has real depth of flavor.  Al dente spaghetti noodles are tossed with a homemade… Continue reading »

‘Niçoise Salad with Baby Artichokes’

Yet another fabulous version of a beloved Niçoise salad! This version includes the basics: quality tuna in olive oil, olives,… Continue reading »

Angel Hair with Mushroom Bolognese & Pine Nuts

Craving a bowl of hearty marinara sauce and tender angel hair?  (I know I always am!)  This vegetarian version of… Continue reading »