This delicious Carrot Ginger Soup looks like a warm sunset in a bowl. Organic carrots are best for this soup. They have more flavor and retain their color better than the non organic ones. After all, you want a Carrot Ginger Soup that is bright orange and creamy in texture. […]
When in doubt about what to make for dessert, make an Apple Crisp! You can use any combination of fruit that you want and spice it as you wish. You can add flour to bind it or leave out the flour and have it juicier. Add oats or chopped nuts […]
Breast of Chicken Wrapped in Phyllo will always remind me of my son’s 18th birthday. I asked him to choose what he wanted for his birthday dinner and this recipe was it; along with artichokes and a Tarte Tatin! The leeks, mushrooms, and even the chicken can be prepped the […]
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This cream cheese dough is easy to make melts in your mouth. Try it with my Striped Bass en Croute.
Making Mushroom Ears couldn’t be easier. Defrost a box of puff pastry, spread it with sautéed mushrooms and onions, roll up, slice and bake. Mushroom Ears are actually easier to slice when they’re slightly frozen; so I always try to have a few rolls in my freezer for surprise company. […]
These Deviled Hamburgers are flavored with horseradish, mustard, ketchup and Worcestershire (fish free) sauce. Often, I prefer to replace the bun with a grilled Portobello mushroom. Top the Deviled Hamburgers with sliced tomato (or salsa) and guacamole. Baked sweet potato fries complete this wonderful meal.
Cod Cakes are the kosher version of crab cakes. Cod is a medium firm white fish with a delicate taste. It flakes easily and lends itself to absorbing many different flavors. These Cod Cakes are light, satisfying and so “non-fishy” that even your guests who shy away from fish will […]
Beef Stew made with fresh carrots, celery, pearl onions and new potatoes is the ultimate in satisfying, warming comfort food. The aroma of rosemary permeates the air as the stew is simmering. Add to that, you’ve got your meat, vegetables and potatoes all in one pot. That’s definitely a win! […]
These tiny baby Brussels Sprouts with Walnuts and Dill are full of flavor and have a wonderful aroma. Steam them gently to retain their bright green color. The result will be tender brussels sprouts with crunch from the walnuts and wonderful flavor from the dill. If you can’t find the […]