Our RECIPES
Homemade Truffle Ravioli with Burnt Butter and Sage
I think I've said this before... but we LOVE pasta! This is one of the first homemade raviolis I have attempted to make, using a cool new ravioli stamp, courtesy of my Mother-In-Law. This device came straight from a little shop in northern Italy and was brought back...
Homemade Pasta
My family loves pasta! Any kind of pasta, but a good homemade pasta is hard to beat! Fortunately I was given the right set of pasta tools! Thanks to my mother-in-law that lives in Italy a majority of the time, and my somewhat Italian husband, I have a great set of...
Crown Roast of Lamb
I love lamb and especially a crown roast. They are like lamb popsicles. A crown roast can be created by taking two 7-rib racks of lamb and tying them together (or ask your butcher to prepare for you). It's a great easy meat to serve a small group of people (5-6...
Bresaola Arugula Panini with Balsamic Reduction
So I finally purchased my first Panini press, and it has transformed my world of sandwiches! My son returned from his month away at camp and asked me to make him lunch... so out came the press that we have both wanted forever, The Brevile Panini Duo! This creation of...
Gourmet Buffalo Burger with Balsamic Reduction
I can honestly say I think my son should be a food critic. My 16 year old, came up with this masterpiece and it's probably one of THE best burgers I have ever tasted. It has the peppery taste from the Arugula, the sweet from the balsamic reduction, the fruity and...
Orange Chicken
My husband has always loved a tangy Chinese-American Orange Chicken. I found some great recipes online, and made some slight modifications. I'm mainly adding this one to the blog, so I have quick access to it, but beware, it does take a few steps so it might not be...
Panko Crusted Cod with Pea Puree and Mushrooms
Cod is another one of my favorite types of fish, flaky and dense, with a mild flavor. If cod is not available, (as some stocks are severely overfished), you could swap out with some more sustainable fish: i.e. cobia, pollack, hake or whiting. I like a crunchy texture...
Filet Mignon with Béarnaise Sauce
After reviewing numerous Béarnaise recipes, and being extremely intimidated by the complexity of it, I thought I would give it a try. I made this sauce for filet mignon, (Click here for the different cuts of beef) of that I marinated in garlic, olive oil, salt...
Polenta with Mushrooms
Wow, how time flies! Sorry for not posting any new recipes these past several months. I have been busy with kid activities and overall... just trying to be a "good parent" to my two teenagers! The ups and downs of being a full-time mom can definitely take it's toll on...
Gluten-Free Breakfast Crepes (aka Swedish Pancakes)
My 12 year old daughter is not only very picky when it comes to food, she is also gluten intolerant, but of course loves breakfast foods! Growing up with a Swedish mother, has given me an upper hand on making these "crepes", or, as we call them, "Swedish pancakes". I...
Spicy Tuna Poke
I love being in the kitchen with my son! He is able to identify missing ingredients, textures and even color in a dish. We made this Spicy Tuna Poke together, taking inspiration from several recipes on the internet, and made our own alterations in order to improve...
Buffalo Ragu Bolognese for Pasta or (Paleo) Lettuce Wraps
Since watching CowSpiracy (on Netflix), I am constantly trying to find alternatives to red-meat (beef). So I made some modifications to a traditional Ragu (or Bolognese) using Buffalo meat. If you prefer the Paleo version, you can skip the pasta and just place the...
Apple “Rose” Tarts
So I found this video online and tried the recipe. Here is Tip Hero's Video. I made some slight alterations to it, but they turned out incredible. Thank you Tip Hero! Ingredients: 4 apples, cored and halved (leave the skin on) Juice from 1/2 lemon 6 Tbsp...
Pan-Seared Chicken Breast with Caper Lemon Sauce
I'm always trying to find other ways to make chicken, as we are making a conscious effort to try and eat less red meat. I have some dairy items in this recipe but they can be replaced if you are trying to stay away from it. This recipe is pretty easy and quick and...
Cobia (Black Kingfish) with Sweet Potato Puree
Here is another Cobia recipe I created using Open Blue's sustainable fish. The family loved it! What is Cobia? Cobia is a mild flavored white fish, and a great sustainable substitute for salmon or sea bass. It has also been called black kingfish. There is more info on...
Crostini with Arugula, Cannellini Beans, and Chicken
If you are looking for a healthy protein appetizer for the holidays, here is a fun little crostini with some lemon dressed arugula, cannellini beans (white kidney beans), organic chicken breast and slices of parmesan cheese. I actually mainly use organic ingredients...
Soy-Marinated for “Open Blue’s” Cobia
What is Cobia you ask? Cobia is a mild flavored white fish, and a great sustainable substitute for salmon or sea bass. It has also been called black kingfish. Open Blue's Cobia fish are carefully raised in deep pristine waters and is always sourced from the open...
Creamy Zucchini Pasta with Pecorino Cheese
Yes, another pasta dish. Here is a simple pasta dish to make with some zucchini and pecorino. Makes 4 "european" size portions. Ingredients: 2 tbsp butter 1 small yellow onion diced approximately ¾" cup 5 cloves chopped garlic 4 small-medium zucchini chopped in ¼"...
Lamb with Pea Puree and Roasted Potatoes
With recommended pairings from my favorite book, The Flavor Bible by Karen Page and Andrew Dorenburg, I combined Lamb with rosemary & garlic; Potatoes with rosemary, garlic, sour cream and chives, and added in "pea puree", combined with cooked onions, garlic,...
Broiled Salmon with Wild Mushrooms and Lentils
My family loves salmon, not only because of the taste, but the health benefits as well. It's packed with Omega-3 fatty acids and is an excellent source of high-quality protein, vitamins and minerals (including potassium, selenium and vitamin B12). I like to try...
