Blog Archives for tag balsamic vinegar

‘Fig & Greens Salad’

I love serving this unique salad on the side of grilled lamb chops. Something about the combination of the sweet… Continue reading »

‘Orange-Balsamic Lamb Chops’

Grilling lamb chops is a quick and impressive dinner idea.  This recipe from Cooking Light magazine is certainly one that… Continue reading »

Broccoli Rabe, Italian Sausage, & Tomato Pizza with Fresh Mozzarella

The toppings for this pizza are based on a classic Italian pasta dish, traditionally made with orecchiette.  The small ‘ear-shaped’ pasta… Continue reading »

‘Roasted Tomato Walnut Chicken’

I love the California walnut ads in food and lifestyle magazines—they always have a lovely spread of photos and recipe… Continue reading »

‘Cranberry-Balsamic Chicken Thighs’

Sometimes all it takes is a handful of simple ingredients to transform an everyday item into something very unique. Take… Continue reading »

Balsamic-Roasted Broccolini with Coppa Ham

My favorite way to serve broccolini spears is roasted.  The stems stay crunchy, but the hot oven crisps up the… Continue reading »

‘Kale Slaw with Soaked Raisins & Pine Nuts’

Hands down, my favorite variety of kale is Lacinato or Tuscan kale.  I like the sturdy yet tender texture of… Continue reading »

Grilled Polenta Cakes with Balsamic Mushrooms & Gorgonzola

Polenta, is a classic Italian side dish is made by boiling cornmeal until it is smooth and creamy.  It can be… Continue reading »

Grilled Balsamic Lamb Chops with Chives

A pantry item that everyone should always have on hand is thick, syrupy balsamic glaze. Wonderful drizzled onto roasted vegetables… Continue reading »

Chicken Cutlet Caprese

Beneath this flavorful and fresh caprese salad are grilled, balsamic-marinated chicken cutlets.  The thinly sliced chicken cutlets marinate overnight in… Continue reading »