I am a fan of one pot pastas for easy, delicious weeknight meals, from pumpkin and goat cheese to coconut carrot curry or shrimp and chorizo. And I am branching out into one pot baked pastas now. A host of flavors simply put in a dish and baked in the oven. This version is like a spinach artichoke dip for dinner. Creamy Boursin cheese adds flavor … [Read more...] about Artichoke and Spinach Pasta Bake
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Mustard Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Pickled Apples
I am so ready for fall after such a blistering summer. Sweaters, fire pits, warm drinks, hot soups. I am jumping the gun here, because the weather has not at all turned, but here’s a fabulously autumnal dish to make when the time is right. In season apples with the pleasing pucker of pickling and a nice hint of spice are paired with tender pork in a sweet and savory sauce with … [Read more...] about Mustard Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Pickled Apples
Paloma Shrimp (Shrimp in Grapefruit and Tequila)
A paloma is a delicious cocktail made with tequila and grapefruit juice, topped with grapefruit soda or sparkling water. I love a paloma almost more than a margarita. And this fantastic combination of tart-sweet citrus and punchy tequila is a perfect paring for fresh shrimp. I think this dish is a great way to hold on to the fading end of summer at home, pretending you are at a … [Read more...] about Paloma Shrimp (Shrimp in Grapefruit and Tequila)
Pork Roast with Pineapple Pepper Jelly
Spring is about to sprung. We’ve had beautiful warm and balmy days, an unexpected early March snow and some grim, chilly days. But hope is on the horizon – the daffodils are out and the days now stay light longer. People are emerging from winter hibernation, enjoying being outside and ramping up social activities. We are, however, slightly before the glut of Spring and summer … [Read more...] about Pork Roast with Pineapple Pepper Jelly
Pear, Leek and Walnut Tart
I want to extol the virtues of the savory tart. From classic quiche to stunning flamiche, Chicken, Cheddar and Pecan or a seasonal Italian Summer Cherry Tomato. The permutations are endless, which is certainly a large part of the appeal, but for me the savory tart represents exactly what I aspire to in the kitchen most of the time. Beautiful, … [Read more...] about Pear, Leek and Walnut Tart
