Blog Archives for tag basil

‘Fennel, Tomato & Gruyere Bake’

This lovely vegetarian baked side dish has several of my favorite ingredients: tomatoes, fennel, basil, and cheese.  Even though tomatoes… Continue reading »

‘Rigatoni with Roasted Tomato & Almond Pesto’

This recipe couldn’t have had better timing!  Just as our cherry tomato plant started going gangbusters, I saw this vegetarian… Continue reading »

‘Slow Cooker Cioppino’

A cioppino is a classic Italian-American seafood stew with a tasty tomato base.  Flavored with onion, sliced garlic, fennel and… Continue reading »

Caprese Scrambled Eggs

Everyone knows and loves a classic Caprese salad.  Hailing from the isle of Capri, this traditional Italian salad is made… Continue reading »

Cornmeal-Crusted Tilapia with Tomatoes & Basil

This recipe for pan-fried, cornmeal-coated tilapia would also work very well with catfish.  First things first, you need to set… Continue reading »

‘Chicken with Goat Cheese, Basil & Lavendar’

As promised, yet another clever and tasty recipe from Radically Simple, an outstanding cook book by Rozanne Gold.  A moist,… Continue reading »

‘Beef Involtini with Artichokes’

 Cooking with fresh artichokes takes a bit of time but is well worth it. Especially if you’re making a classic… Continue reading »

Asparagus & Artichoke Bake with Pancetta & Basil Breadcrumbs

 Honestly, this lovely recipe was one of those spur-of-the-moment, throw together what you have in the fridge and pantry sort… Continue reading »

Cherry Tomato & Fried Caper Caprese

 A classic caprese salad is one of everyone’s Italian favorites.  Juicy tomatoes sliced and served with fresh basil and creamy… Continue reading »

Orecchiette alla Vodka

 Undeniably one of my favorite pasta sauces, a traditional vodka sauce is a creamy pink tomato sauce that is undeniably… Continue reading »