a journal of food, family & friends
Super moist and tender. Who knew we just had to add some sauteed greens to our meatball? Here’s the best part …the kids won’t even know they’re eating some veggies with their spaghetti and meatballs. The best reason of all to give these Beef & Chard Meatballs a try.
Rich tomato sauce without the addition of cream. How is that possible? Eggs. Can you believe it? They are mixed in with the Penne with Shrimp & Asparagus at the last minute to create a creamy textured tomato sauce. Without a lick of cream. Really.
Slab pie. It’s the perfect crowd-pleaser. Bring this to your next backyard barbecue. Your friends will thank you.
Summer candy. Those mini heirloom tomatoes. You know the ones …Sun Golds, Cherokee Purples, Red Glories. Even the good old red grape tomatoes are extra delicious right about now. Let’s use them to make that much-loved caprese salad. But let’s green it up. A lot. We like to call it our Greened-Up Caprese Salad.
Artisan bread. The crusty artful loaves that you see displayed in the finest French bakeries. Or in the bakery section of your local specialty food market. You could never imagine that one of those amazing loaves of bread could be gluten-free. With a batch of dough in the fridge, enjoy fresh gluten-free artisan bread every
There’s a wonderful restaurant in San Francisco where folks come from far away lands to enjoy the classics …Caesar Salad, Roast Chicken with Warm Bread Salad and the most amazing House-Ground Grass-Fed Hamburger on Grilled Rosemary Foccacia served with Zuni Pickles.
Squash blossoms. Those glorious golden blooms. Not only beautiful but delicious, too. As a colorful and flavorful garnish. Like you see here on my Squash Blossom, Roasted Tomato & Pesto Pie.
Peaches & blueberries. Topped with a crispy buttery crumble. It doesn’t get much better. But wait …top that off with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Time for some of Ina Garten’s Peach & Blueberry Crumble.
Grilled bread + fig spread + cheese + prosciutto + grilled pear = scrumptious. This combination is seriously addictive. You’ll see.
White pizza at its best. The crust is hearty and crisp. The fresh mozzarella and roasted potatoes combine to create the melt-in-your-mouth base with no need for a creamy sauce. The final topping of the slightly bitter broccoli rabe creates the perfect balance. This Broccoli Rabe, Potato & Rosemary Pizza just may be your new
Make these Blackberry, Lemon & Thyme Muffins at home. You’ll feel like you’re visiting your local coffee shop. Only you’ll be enjoying them at your favorite table …in your own kitchen.
This may seem like a basic dish …not too complicated. More of a guideline or suggestion, rather than a true recipe. But, I’m here to tell you that my tray of Crowd-Pleasing Grilled Vegetables is the number one requested contribution for our family celebrations. It never fails to please a crowd.
