Blog Archives for tag balsamic vinegar

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 »

Crostini with Mascarpone & Balsamic Strawberries

At first the thought of combining tart balsamic vinegar with sweet, ripe strawberries might sound strange.  I understand because I… 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 »

Balsamic Kale & Cherry Tomato Panzanella

Spring and summer are the best times of year to make a Tuscan bread salad, otherwise known as a panzanella. … Continue reading »

Caprese Grilled Pork with Pesto

Grilling out this time of year is simply a must. This week, we decided to grill some pork chops on… Continue reading »

‘Crisp Salmon with Braised Red Cabbage & Mustard Sauce’

This simple weeknight salmon entrée is a lesson in two cooking methods: pan-searing and braising. Skin-on salmon fillets are seared in… Continue reading »

Pan-Seared Fish with Basil Pesto & Balsamic Tomatoes

This flavor-packed, pan-seared fish dish can be made with any of your favorite fish fillets.  I had some flaky Barramundi… Continue reading »

Shredded Kale Salad with Balsamic-Roasted Figs, Parsnips & Roquefort

My favorite variety of kale is Lacinato kale, also known as Tuscan or black kale. Whether raw or sautéed, I love its… Continue reading »

‘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 »