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Acorn squash might be one of fall’s most beloved vegetables. This delicious recipe takes your acorn squash to another level and helps you with the fall celebration. Sevrce 2 to 4 Prep 15 minutes Cooking time about 60 minutes For the oven roasted acorn INGREDIENTS: …
It’s finally here. October is National Pizza Month and let us not be confused with National Pizza Day which is February 9. Pizza definitely needs more than one day to be celebrated. INGREDIENTS: CRUST 2 cups of all-purpose flour 2/3-cup warm water 1 package of …
The best flavors of fall come together in this delicious Acorn squash soup. INGREDIENTS: 2 Medium size whole Acorn squash cut in halves Mirepoix: 1 whole onion chopped, 1 stack of celery chopped, 1 carrot peeled and cut 2 sprigs of thyme 1 clove of garlic 5 …
Roasting is the best method when it comes to cooking beets as it retains their bright colors and their natural sweet flavor. INGREDIENTS: 1/2 Lb beets, trimmed 6 Oz. Fresh goat cheese 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste …
The better your tomatoes, the better this will be. It is quick, simple, and perfect for hot summer days. INGREDIENTS: 1 Lb.Tomato sliced into rounds 1/2 small red onion pickled 1 thinly slice garlic clove 1 sprig of fresh thyme 4 Oz. Fresh feta cheese …
This salad is a perfect main course for a summer evening. INGREDIENTS: 1 cup cooked red potatoes 1 cup blanched green peas 1/2 butter lettuce 1 thinly slice radish 1 cup cherry tomato cut in halves 1/4 cup Niçoise olive 4 anchovies 2 hardboiled egg …
Summertime is the perfect time to enjoy the outdoors ; beaches, parks and picnics, which means it is very important to choose healthy snacks to keep you energized throughout the day. This sweet potato chips pair well with my homemade corn salsa as they hold …
Summer may be coming to a close, but right now is the best time to make a simple tomato salad.
A delicious salad features perfect combination of juicy peaches and sweet tomatoes. Fresh goat cheese and the honey comb add a luxurious richness to the texture. INGREDIENTS: 2 medium peach pitted and sliced 1/2 small red onion thinly sliced 1 fresh tomato sliced Honey comb …
The standard combination of bacon, lettuce and tomato can not be denied, but adding the avocado and egg take this sandwich to the next level, especially when the sandwich is homemade with fresh ingredients. INGREDIENTS: SERVE 2 3 slices thick-cut smoked bacon cooked 4 slices …
This is the best and the simplest meringue recipe you can come across. Once you master making this classic meringue, the sky is the limit on how you can use it, from dollops and pavlova bases to lemon meringue tarts. INGREDIENTS: 4 large egg whites …
One of the simplest way but most exquisite to enjoy fresh strawberries is with a drizzle of fine balsamic vinegar. A winning combination between the sweetness of the strawberries and the mellow tartness of the balsamic vinegar. INGREDIENTS: 1/2 Lb. strawberry trimmed of their top and …
A beautiful mascarpone recipe that has nothing to do with the classic Italian Tiramisu. Fresh strawberries and cherries topped on whipped mascarpone cheese will impress your friends and family this summer. INGREDIENTS: Fresh strawberries cut in halves Fresh cherries pitted and cut in halves 1/2 cup …
This pasta can be served warm or cold during summer time. It is healthy and fast, especially if you make the sun-dried tomato pesto in advance. Sun-dried tomato pesto has a bold flavor perfect match for this chickpeas pasta. INGREDIENTS: 1/2 Lb. chickpeas pasta 3/4 …
INGREDIENTS: 1 Lb. fresh cod fillets cut to 4 inch pieces 2-tablespoon olive oil 1 clove of garlic crushed 1 sprig of thyme Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste STEPS: Pat-dry the cod with paper towel and season with salt and pepper and olive …
I am sharing a Spanish classic that’s not only easy to make but it is amazingly delicious. As an old-school chef, I really enjoy the original and the classic dishes such as this Patatas Bravas. INGREDIENTS: 1 Lb. potato peeled, cut to same size pieces …
Roasted cauliflower with turmeric and almonds Roasting is one of my favorite ways to cook vegetables, especially cauliflower as it locks in the flavors and brings up natural sugars and gives a unique texture. SERVE 4 INGREDIENTS: 1/2 pound cauliflower trimmed and cut to florets 2 …
Citrus Salad with mint, honey and fresh lavender. The simple ingredients in this refreshing salad provide a beautiful blend of flavors and vibrant colors. SERVE 4 INGREDIENTS: 1 each orange, grapefruit and blood orange peeled and sliced crosswise 1 tablespoon fresh lavender 1/2 shallots thinly …
Curing fish at home is not that hard, it is so simple as it is nothing more than salt, sugar and some seasoning. In this recipe, the curing process takes only 4 hours, so you can still enjoy your salt-cured trout on a bagel or rustic …
This is a very tasty springtime dish that brings out the delicate flavor of the vegetables. In this recipe, I cooked chickpeas shells pasta with seasonal ingredients but when it comes to pasta salads, the sky is the limit. You can pair it with your …
For lunch or dinner, try this easy-to-make seared trout recipe. It is so good, you will think you are on vacation. SERVE 4 INGREDIENTS: 4 trout fillets 3 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 Lemon zest for garnish 2 cloves of garlic 4 Sprigs of thyme Chopped …
If you are looking for a classic pasta dish that can be enjoyed hot or cold; Farfalle with basil pesto is the one. I love the Farfalle bows pasta, its raffled edges shape makes it perfect to capture the pesto and its curves absorb more …
I have received a lot of local trouts recently and I would like to take advantage of all the trimmings (heads, bones, tails) by making fish stock or fish fumet. Fortunately, it takes about 20 minutes to get a tasty and delicate fish stock unlike …
Fish cooked in foil or parchment paper is a great way to retain all its flavor and moisture. Trout fillets are perfect for this method of cooking. I like that you can add just anything, herbs, spices, olives and so on. INGREDIENTS: 1 trout cleaned and …
It is trout season and I would like to share some useful tips on how to select fresh fish. First, fresh fish should have no smell. The eyes should be clear and not sunken or depressed The skin should be bright and shining. The scales …
This cast iron pan oven-baked pancake will impress your brunch guest. You can make it sweet or savory variations as you can add many different types of fruit, nuts, chocolate, cheese, eggs or bacon… INGREDIENTS: 3 eggs 1/2 cup flour 1/2 cup milk 1 tablespoon …
The scallops are naturally sweet, tender and delicate in flavor. When cooked perfectly, they are crispy on the outside and soft, tender on the inside. INGREDIENTS: 1/2 Lb. scallops 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 tablespoon unsalted butter Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste STEPS: …
I like to keep the pickles firm and crunchy. In this recipe, you can enjoy dill pickle without the long fermentation time as well as I have used different mixed spices which render the brining process very flavorful. INGREDIENTS: 3 Lb. pickling cucumbers scrubbed & washed …
Cauliflower is quickly becoming everyone’s new favorite side dish; and my favorite way to cook it is roasting it. In this recipe, I added sliced onions and apples for more sweetness and flavors. INGREDIENTS: 1/2 pound cauliflower trimmed and cut into 1/4 inch slice 2 …
Sicilian style pesto, it is not a made up combination based on sun-dried- tomatoes, but it is actually 100% Sicilian pesto. I not only used this delicious pesto for pasta, but it is great with fish as in this recipe. INGREDIENTS: 3/4 cup dried tomato …
Beautiful long green ribbons made with egg dough and spinach. This is step by step on how to make fresh spinach pasta. INGREDIENTS: For the pasta: 200 g flour 00 plus extra for dusting 2 eggs 50 g spinach blanched (water squeezed out) and chopped For …
Crispy, golden, salty skin and flavorful juice that is why roasted chicken is one of my favorite dishes. In this recipe, the combination of the orange and carrot adds sweetness and citrusy to the dish. INGREDIENTS: 1 1/2 lb. chicken 1 cup orange juice 1/2 Lb. …
I think it is one of the most famous classic Italian desserts. Creamy custard-like layers topped with Espresso soaked lady fingers which will certainly lift you up. INGREDIENTS: 3 eggs 3 cups Mascarpone cheese 2/3 cup sugar 3 cups cold brewed espresso or strong coffee 1 …
If you need an alternative for tomato based sauces, you should try this delicious roasted pepper sauce. It is light, smokey, creamy and It is great with any kind of pasta. In this recipe, I used yellow bell peppers but you can use any kind …
Garlic confit adds that distinctive smokey and sweet flavor to your recipes. It is versatile and can be stored for a long time, moreover, its cooking oil can be used in salads, pastas and toasts. INGREDIENTS: 3 heads of garlic, cloves separated and peeled 1 …
Traditionally, pesto is made from basil, garlic, pine nuts, olive oil and Parmesan cheese. Now pesto can be made from almost any combination of nuts and leafy greens and this recipe is just contemporary spin on the classic one. It is great with pasta, roasted …
It is spring and I like to enjoy the luxury of the simplicity such as red radishes with butter. I love the sharp taste of the radishes as I enjoy them cooked glazed or raw with just coarse sea salt and butter. I like to …
You do not need to add any sugar when you are making caramelized onions, the cooking process will attract the natural sweetness of the onions. All you need is a little bit of patience as it takes time to get the perfect results. INGREDIENTS: 1 …
There are various stories about the name of Pasta Puttanesca, but everyone agrees that it is a dish made with simple ingredients that tastes so delicious and smells so good while it is cooking. Pasta Puttanesca is one of my favorite dishes, the saltiness of …
If you are looking for an awesome side dish for your meal; try this delicious oven Roasted Onions recipe. I used different types of onions that have different flavors and sweetness. INGREDIENTS: ABOUT SERVING 4 About 1 Lb. different types of onions such as white, …
Breakfast, lunch or dinner, this quick and savory meal is perfect any time of the day. INGREDIENTS: 1 tbsp. olive oil 1 medium shallots sliced 2 medium sweet potatoes ends trimmed, peeled and spiralized into thin noodles 3 large eggs Salt and freshly ground pepper …
Crispy fried shallots make best garnish and give the perfect crunch to your favorite dish. Just sprinkle few crispy shallots over your burgers, salads, soups, steamed vegetables, casseroles and so on. INGREDIENTS: ½ lb. Sliced shallots 2 to 4 cup vegetable oil ½ cup cornstarch Pinch …
Everyone in my house seems to love this dish. The creamy white cauliflower purée taste delicious and makes perfect pasta sauce. In this recipe, I cook the cauliflower florets with milk to add more creaminess. INGREDIENTS: 1 lb. spaghetti ½ lb. cauliflower cut to florets …
Cacio e pepe is a classic dish from Rome and one of the simplest pasta dish; based only on three ingredients pecorino cheese, black pepper and pasta. INGREDIENTS: 1lb. spaghetti 1 ½ cup grated pecorino Romano 4 tablespoon freshly ground pepper Kosher salt STEPS: Bring …
Poached pears with gorgonzola, honey and crumbled walnuts. It is the best to use ripe pears for this recipe, as they are sweeter and cook quickly. I use Bosc pears cut in half to shorten the cooking time. INGREDIENTS: 2 firm Bosc pears, cored, peeled …
In this recipe I blanched the green beans rapidly, then sautéed them with shallots. I like the blanching process because it is the best way to preserve the natural color and a way to control the crunchiness of the vegetables; I personally like my green …
My favorite San Patrick’s day meal corned beef and cabbage. It is that time of the year to celebrate with this classic dish. INGREDIENTS: 3 Lb. corned beef Brisket Pickling spices: peppercorn, mustard seeds, cloves, coriander, red chili flakes 1 bay leaf, 1 sprig of …
There are a lot of things I like about this soup; it is flavorful and nutritious, it is both sweet and sour, it can be enjoyed either cold or hot and mostly I like the beautiful bright red color. INGREDIENTS: 6 medium beets, oven roasted, …
I find onion soup very satisfying dish during the cold weather, as I like the combination of the intense flavor of the onions and the smooth texture of the Gruyère cheese. INGREDIENTS: 7 medium white onions, peeled and thinly sliced 6 cups of beef stock …
The greatest recipes are usually the simplest; this delicious recipe is not only simple but also super fast. I find the fragrance of fresh sage and the nutty flavor of the brown butter pairs very well with fresh pasta. INGREDIENTS: 5 tbsp. unsalted butter ½ …