Recipes

Portobello Mousse, Dirt Candy

This is my rendition of a portobello mousse I tried at Dirt Candy by Chef Amanda Cohen on a trip...

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Black Pepper Tofu

I adapted this recipe for black pepper spicy tofu from Ottolenghi’s cookbook, “Plenty.”Even if you think that you don’t like...

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Kale Salad with Creamy Caesar Dressing

This kale salad has only a couple of simple ingredients. Chopped kale and shaved parmesan are the two essential ingredients....

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Tomato and Prosciutto Bruschetta

These tomato and prosciutto bruschetta with a touch of fresh basil and salty black olives are the perfect pairing with...

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Mom’s Meatballs

It had been many many years since I last made mom's unforgettable tender and juicy meatballs. The kids loved them...

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Pumpkin Scones

Pumpkin scones have the perfect color, texture, and flavor to serve for breakfast on a fall morning with spiced tea,...

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Turlu Turlu, Turkish Roasted Vegetables

Turlu Turlu, is similar to ratatouille and is a Turkish roasted vegetable dish that means "all sorts." It can be...

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Oyster Gumbo

Recently I was introduced to a new way to eat oyster gumbo. Chef Melissa Martin makes what she calls a...

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Pasta with Cannellini Beans and Spinach

Beans and pasta? Does that sound like an unusual combination to you? Pasta e fagiole or pasta and beans is...

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Smoked Duck Breast Salad with Blackberry Jam Vinaigrette

Slice a smoked buck breast thinly over greens and combine with roasted nuts, orange slices, and fresh blackberries drizzled with...

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Pumpkin Soup

Debbie is known by friends and family throughout the New Orleans area for her creamy, dreamy pumpkin soup. I'm sharing...

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Vietnamese Meatball Soup

Vietnamese meatballs are a popular street food served in Hanoi.These savory pork meatballs can be served over noodles or in...

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