Tag Archives: Recipes

Candied Flowers…Perfect For A Special Occasion

Posted on May 22, 2013 by

Hundreds of tiny inconspicuous wild strawberries and violets can be found at the edge of our apple orchard next to the surrounding woodlands. Their tiny blossoms are edible and make wonderful decorative Candied Flowers…Perfect For A Special Occasion. While not as … Continue reading →

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Stir-Fried Beef With Broccoli, Peppers And Onions

Posted on May 17, 2013 by

Asian inspired food, especially Chinese, is one of the most popular cuisines found around the world. Whether it is eaten in a restaurant or ordered for takeout to have at home, we all seem to enjoy it. Stir-Fried Beef With … Continue reading →

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Harira, A Moroccan Chickpea And Lentil Soup

Posted on May 4, 2013 by

If you are like me and have ever dreamed about traveling to Morocco, your first thoughts might be of intriguing alleyways leading to exotic markets filled with conical mounds of saffron, cumin, turmeric and paprika. Wandering a little further on … Continue reading →

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Grilled Lamb Chops With Tapenade Over Fennel Couscous

Posted on April 24, 2013 by

With the arrival of spring, there are certain foods that seem to go along with the season. One item that can usually be found in the markets at this time of the year is lamb which has long been associated … Continue reading →

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Sicilian Pasta With Saffron And Cauliflower

Posted on April 18, 2013 by

Bucatini with Saffron and Cauliflower is a traditional pasta dish from the beautiful island of Sicily. Sicily’s rich variety of foods have been greatly influenced by the early conquests of the Greeks, Romans, Arabs and Spaniards who each ruled the … Continue reading →

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Chef Inspired Burger Stuffed With Blue Cheese

Posted on April 13, 2013 by

The whole world loves burgers and fries but what about when you want to take the idea and turn it into a delicious evening meal. Gordon Hamersley did that in his cookbook Bistro Cooking At Home with his recipe for Blue … Continue reading →

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Braised Short Ribs With Wild Mushrooms

Posted on April 5, 2013 by

Braised Short Ribs of Beef  With Wild Mushrooms is a dish you might expect to have in a fancy restaurant but it is a great meal for a lazy weekend evening at home. It is the perfect comfort food to enjoy … Continue reading →

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Chinese Five Spice Scallops With Mandarin Orange Salad

Posted on April 1, 2013 by

If you were to ask me what are the dishes that I prepare most often, Chinese Five Spice Scallops With Mandarin Orange Salad would be one of the top contenders in my cooking repertoire. You may be wondering why such … Continue reading →

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Panna Cotta With Balsamic Strawberry Sauce

Posted on March 27, 2013 by

Panna Cotta with Balsamic Strawberry Sauce is an elegant looking dessert that is almost effortless to prepare. With a few simple ingredients, you can make this popular northern Italian dolce at home. It is a perfect ending to a meal … Continue reading →

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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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