Tortilla Soup with Roasted Chicken
I have been pretty much roasting chicken every week. I find that by doing so, I have the makings for a healthy lunch and easy protein for my son to consume. The smell of roasted chicken in my kitchen is…
Artichoke Carbonara
Somedays I simply crave a creamy, warm pasta dish. Carbonaro is one of these dishes with egg yolks and parmesan cheese creating a rich sauce. While Carbonaro can be tricky to make as the eggs need to be tempered slowly to avoid a…
Baked Eggplant Cutlets
Eggplant cutlets are one of my favorite staple dishes. With a platter of crispy, yet creamy slices of breaded eggplant layered with sauce and parmesan cheese, I am ready to create several meals. Delicious on their own, I love to simply…
Mixed Grilled Shrimp, Scallops, Zucchini and Peppers with Papaya Salad
I have finally found a great little place to shop for seafood. One would think living in Florida it would be easy. The Fish Peddler was recommended by Chef Jean Pierre. A small, friendly seafood store with a large selection…
Mediterranean Pork Chops
Hot and fast, tender pork chops simmered in a creamy light tomato sauce. This is a very easy weeknight dinner that can I can pull together quickly with staple pantry ingredients. While I normally purchase boneless pork chops for preparing quick…
Roasted Beef Tenderloin Scampi
I have been wanting to post a recipe for beef tenderloin as it is fairly easy to make and when cooked correctly, very tender and flavorful. There are many ways to serve and prepare; rolled and stuffed, seared and roasted,…
On Top of Spaghetti
Meatballs! I spent last Sunday making my sauce. Enough for Sunday dinner and extra to freeze. It won’t last long as I use it for so many dishes I prepare. I flavor my sauce with Italian sweet sausage, pork neck…
Chicken & Eggplant Cutlets with Caprese Topping
This dish is a medley of tastes and textures; a wonderful mix of warm and cold, healthy and light. With a minimum of prep work and my favorite method for making cutlets, I can enjoy this easily on a weeknight. …
Stuffed Artichokes
Over the weekend I saw these gorgeous artichokes at my Italian deli. Perfectly round, leaves close, soft green color. I decide on the dishes I will prepare for the week based on the meats, seafood, poultry and fresh veggies and…
Bourbon BBQ Ribs
There’s something wonderful about eating with your hands, picking up tender, messy ribs that literally fall off the bone and melt in your mouth. Compliment it with plenty of napkins, roasted red, white & blue potato salad and fresh corn…