Yesterday, I got my inspiration from Baroness Tapuzina’s lovely blog, and this particular recipe just lured me right in. It is quite easy to prepare, and very high on flavor. Not to mention, it’s very healthful, too. Thank you Baroness, and I love your blog. Enjoy!
Pistachio-crusted salmon
4 salmon fillets
2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
1/2 cup raw shelled pistachios
1/4 [...]
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I was visiting the Equal Opportunity Kitchen the other day when I came across this recipe for stuffed turkey scallopini. It sounded sooo good I simply had to try it. Giz, one of the blog’s co-authors, so adeptly explains the preparation of this dish, and this is only enhanced with some really great photos of [...]
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My fascination and appreciation of Chef John’s cooking and his website continues to unfold and grow. I just tried another one of his video recipes tonight, and the fans cried out for more!
Sausage and egg pizza brings pizza to a whole new level. Beyond ordinary, it’s extraordinarily good. And even with my own tailored dairy-free modifications, I [...]
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Presto Pasta Nights is in full swing again at Once Upon a Feast, and even though it’s after dinner right now, I’m hungry all over again. Dee-licious recipes. Go take a look!
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Chef John has done it again - another great little recipe that is a real pleaser. He makes great use of a seasonal vegetable that’s in all the markets right now, and one that I love - asparagus. Coupled with chicken, noodles and a tasty sauce, this dish makes a pretty presentation, feeds a gangful, [...]
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Middle Eastern cuisine is a big favorite around here, and what could be tastier than some ground meat kabobs. I like to use either chicken or turkey, but traditionally beef or lamb is called for. Whichever meat you choose, you will find that the spices and herbs inside these kabobs create the kind of pleasing combination of flavors on [...]
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My hat’s off to Chef John at Food Wishes for a perfectly fabulous and easy recipe that gets 5 stars from me (and the family). John, WHO WOULD HAVE THOUGHT? Simple ingredients, preparation a snap. Folks, this dish is really high on flavor and deliciousness. You have got to try it to believe it - I’m [...]
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I love my new Dolce Italiano cookbook by Gina DePalma. She is the dessert chef at Babbo’s restaurant in NYC, owned and operated by Iron Chef Mario Batali. I’ve already made 3 of her recipes, and they are all sensational. I belong to a Sunday cook club on a travel forum, and this was what [...]
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I forgot to post this during Passover, but it’s a keeper for next year! I adapted this recipe from its original, created by Gina de Palma in her fabulous dessert cookbook, Dolce Italiano, which called for 2 cups of all-purpose flour; instead I used 1 cup of matzah cakemeal and 3/4 cup of potato starch. I [...]
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Sometimes curry dishes can overpower - this one is quite mild. Really just a hint of curry flavor. This is another easy after-work dish that works great with leftover chicken. It comes together in the time it takes to cook your rice. The recipe easily doubles for a larger crowd, and is always a pleaser. [...]
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