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Not everything chocolate has to be served sweet. In this recipe for Delicious Pork and Prunes in Mole, pork and prunes are simmered until tender in a quick mole sauce that is simple, elegant and versatile. A “short cut” mole dish that tastes like you spent days in the kitchen […]
A cross between a crab cake and a burger, these Yummy 30-Minute MOstly Bakes Shrimp Cakes are bold, bright and big on flavor – with fresh herbs and lemon. These slider-sized shrimp cakes make a great sandwich when topped with what will soon be your New Fave Tartar Sauce. Or […]
This recipe for Perfect Basil Almond Pesto calls for blanching the basil first, which preserves its fresh green color. It also substitutes almonds for pine nuts – producing a milder, more basil-focused sauce. Oxidation is an ugly matter Basil pesto has always been a challenge for me. I love the […]
One of the things I absolutely love about this recipe for Fast and Easy Balsamic BBQ Pork Tenderloin is that there is virtually no waste. The pork is cooked in the marinade. Then, the marinade and juices from the meat are reduced in a pan and finished with honey to […]
This recipe for Healthy Mediterranean Farro Salad features sun dried tomatoes, Kalamata olives and a creamy feta cheese. It’s versatile in that it can serve as either a hearty side or satisfying vegetarian entree. Not everyone enjoys the flavor of goat cheese, which is why I have chosen a mild […]
This Bold 30-Minute Baked Mac-n-Cheese Recipe is an ode to my old friend, Ossie’s Mac-n-Cheese! This creamy, cheesy, mac-n-cheese with a crunchy, seasoned breadcrumb topping makes a perfect side or a hearty dinner. This is comfort food at its finest! I will often whip up a batch of pan of […]
Easy 30-Minute Tuscan Kale and Cannellini Soup features fresh fennel, onion, tomatoes, kale, cannellini beans and sweet Italian sausage in a light broth. Fresh lemon juice adds a touch of brightness to this dish. You can serve this soup with a few shavings of fresh Parmesan cheese and a crusty […]
