Whether you grill a steak on an outdoor grill or a cast iron griddle on your stove, the Tomahawk Steak is the most impressive steak to cook! I use to be intimidated to cook steaks, thought it was a guy thing, until my son, an executive chef who cooks hundreds […]
What type of chocolate cake do YOU like? There are a gazillion recipes for chocolate cake. So the real determination as to what recipe you will love is to determine what you want out of the flavor of chocolate. There are those that prefer milk chocolate anything, which is less […]
Cooking, for me, is more than food. It’s a celebration of people, stories, laughter, flavors and techniques from a collage of life’s excursions. For this reason, I wanted to compile some of My excursions with You, on a plate. Some of which I never had to leave home to capture.Before […]
Nothing tastes more like summer than CORN! Roasted on the grill or steamed in their husks, corn is delicious all ways. An easy way to enjoy a large helping of sweet corn is in a salad; perfect for poolside lunch, picnics, or backyard dining! The sweet juicy corn, the acidity […]
Roasted beets. Creamy herbed goat cheese. Pink Himalayan salt. One bite delights. How does THIS sound! This beautifully impressive tapas dish is worth the little extra fuss to set them in front of your most discriminating guests. With two easy steps to prepare this dish, assembling goes rather quick and […]
Since I was a young teen, I have made this bread every year for Easter. Why? TRADITION! Roasting whole lamb on an outside spit with groups of family willing to rotate basting, while laughing and drinking throughout the night. Red (only) eggs dyed with a concentrated powder as dark as […]
Strawberry season is finally here and I will indulge, once again, in a favorite salad that marries the beautiful sweet and savory flavors on one plate! Can you believe I planned for this way back in February, when I planted some lettuce seeds in a few indoor pots? AND THEY […]
Small Plates, are my most favorite way to dine. Why? Because the options are endless and rather than make one choice for your plate, you have have lots and lots of plates to try so many yummy foods! Pea & Shrimp Wonton Cups are about the easiest and most attractive […]
Light, healthy eating is what I am about all spring and summer long. This dish is one you will hunger for at least once a week! There are three components to this decadent flavorful and colorful dish: Beurre Blanc Seared Scallops Pea Pesto – Recipe here This recipe can accommodate […]
Whether appetizer, tapas, or cocktail goodies are what you’re after; or simply something yummy to spread on, or between bread for a healthy lunch, to-go meal, or after school snack, my Pea Pesto Crostini, served warm or cold, is one of the healthiest, most colorful solutions to your quest. Move […]