Zucchini Pancakes
When I was little zucchini was not my favorite veggie. In fact, it was never on my dinner plate, no way. It seemed like my mother would come up with so many different ways to sneak in prepare zucchini. She…
Fresh Tomato, Garlic and Herb Chicken Wings
This summer’s heat has been truly draining! I’ve never been one to complain about hot weather as the years spent up North with the cold and snow have made me love and appreciate every hot and humid day here! I…
Leaning Tower of Eggplant
I’m a big fan of the caprese salad in every way it’s presented. From uniform overlapping slices or stacked like an Italian flag, to a jumble of tiny mozzarella balls and cherry tomatoes or roughly rustic chopped. Summer is the…
Grilled Polenta with Zucchini and Goat Cheese
The versatility of polenta is endless and why it ends up in so many of my dishes. Made creamy and soft, it’s a wonderful side to meat or fish, swirling in different herbs, cheeses or veggies to compliment the dish, or…
Chilled Mixed Berry and Prosecco Soup
Temperatures this summer have been hot! Heavy meals are completely off my menu plans and my guests are not complaining when lighter entrées are served. Even my desserts are lighter; simple fruit based sweets. I’m all about fresh tasting and…
Don’t Swim and Jell-O Shot At The Same Time
Warning: These little shots are powerful!! I’ve made them three times now, first using tequila instead of the vodka….way too much kick! I then switched to vodka, so much better but used too much lime juice. Last try, Citron Vodka…
Grilled Tuna Salad with Roasted Peppers and Zucchini
This is a salad I make several times every summer. It is great right off the grill and even better, in my opinion, when allowed to sit at room temperature marrying all together. The grilled tuna absorbs the vinaigrette and…
Grilled Eggplant, Fontina,Tomato and Arugula…Sandwich?
With the burger grilling season upon us I like to include some grilled veggie options for my veggie loving friends. I find it hard to call it a grilled “sandwich”. The eggplant slices do function as the “bread” but it’s…
Espresso Martini Jello Shots
Jello shots bring back a lot of memories….mostly those I’d like not to recall 🙂 I was young, they were fruity, sugary and colorful. Who could resist? Need I say more?? Flash forward to adulthood. I mean really, can’t…
Romeo and Juliet…Guava and Cheese Quesadilla
Recently I attended the ballet performance of Romeo and Juliet. Yes, the classic, timeless, tragic story of forbidden love. I love the ballet; it’s both magical and beautiful to watch the drama, emotion and passion expressed through dance by these…