Tag Archives: Dinner

Porchetta…An Italian Classic

Posted on March 22, 2013 by

Porchetta is an Italian classic that dates back to Roman times. It is a young pig that is deboned, stuffed with herbs and seasonings and spit roasted over a wood fire until its crackling skin is a deep mahogany color. … Continue reading →

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Chicken With Green Mole Sauce…Simplified

Posted on March 18, 2013 by

When life is perfect and you have plenty of time, it is enjoyable to prepare a meal from scratch for your family. Roast chicken is a popular dish that everyone enjoys and is the base for many other dishes. But … Continue reading →

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Slow Braised Lamb Shanks

Posted on March 8, 2013 by

I love a dish that basically cooks itself, has mouth-watering flavors and fills the kitchen with wonderful aromas. Slow Braised Lamb Shanks are simmered in red wine with garlic and fresh herbs. The rich braising liquid becomes a delicious jus that creates … Continue reading →

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Banh Mi…A Vietnamese Sandwich

Posted on February 16, 2013 by

Food is like a movie star, one day you have never heard of them and the next day they are famous. Banh Mi is all the rage in many areas of the country right now and people wait in long … Continue reading →

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Pozole Roja…A Pork And Hominy Stew With Red Chilies

Posted on February 12, 2013 by

I grew up on a ranch in Texas where there is a saying “you can take the girl out of Texas, but you can’t take Texas out of the girl”.   While living in Texas, I enjoyed great Mexican food … Continue reading →

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Three Cheese Mac And Cheese Gratin

Posted on February 8, 2013 by

One of the “top ten” comfort foods on most everyone’s list has to be pasta. Dig deeper into which pasta dish would be at the top of the list and the answer would probably be macaroni and cheese. It is … Continue reading →

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Jamaican Jerk Fish With Mango Sauce And Green Rice

Posted on January 31, 2013 by

In the depth of winter, I try to think warm thoughts. What better to think about than the flavorful foods from the sunny island of Jamaica. The tropical Caribbean island is famous for its sweet exotic fruits,  fresh fish escoveitch … Continue reading →

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New England Clam Chowder

Posted on January 26, 2013 by

Two things that tourists from all over the world seek out when they visit New England are New England clam chowder and lobster rolls. It doesn’t matter if they visit in the middle of summer or during the winter ski season…their trip … Continue reading →

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Spinach And Mushroom Salad With Butternut Squash Croutons

Posted on January 22, 2013 by

I love salads, either as a main course for lunch or as a side at dinner. They can be prepared with a variety of seasonal greens, fruits and vegetables fresh from the market. This colorful  spinach and mushroom salad with … Continue reading →

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Spaghetti Squash With Chicken Meatballs And Basil Tomato Sauce

Posted on January 17, 2013 by

When it comes to preparing a recipe, it is only natural to be lured into cooking one that is a little naughty. We see wonderful food on the covers of magazines and on food blogs that is very tempting. I … Continue reading →

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