It’s summer, it’s hot, it’s humid and no matter how great or ambitious of a cook you are, sometimes turning the heat on in your kitchen seems like the last thing you want to do. Take-out is not what you want today because you want something healthy, nutritious and easy to serve, so what’s…
Category: Bread
A Tribute to Chef, Anthony Bourdain
June 8, 2018 I woke up at 6:30 AM to the tragic news, “Anthony Bourdain, Dead at 61. ” I couldn’t believe what I just saw on my cell phone. I looked again..there it was. I felt very sad. How can someone so young, so vibrant, so full of life be dead? Then I read…
Good “Ole Happy Saint Patrick’s Day Irish Treats
March 17, Saint Patrick’s Day, is a day of fun, Irish heritage celebrated with parades, some green drinks (for the newly 21 year olds’) Irish Whiskey, singing old folk songs, men playing the bag pipes and most importantly some delicious Irish food. Irish food is very hearty and full of flavor. It not only incorporates…
Mussels in a Pot
If you have been following my food blog, then you know how much I love seafood. Hence, all the seafood recipes. They are so delicious, no need for many seasonings and so quick to prepare. Most people think that seafood is very difficult to prepare, while actually, it’s one of the easiest foods to…
Croissant with Ham, Swiss Cheese, English Cucumber and Organic Pea Shoots
I normally do not eat sandwiches, but when I do, I enjoy making them with a buttery croissant. They are so moist, tender and flaky, who couldn’t resist? So to counter the calories, I made it with a slice of cooked ham, some delicious Swiss cheese, English cucumber and for that crunch, organic pea shoots….
Bruschetta
Every time I make Bruschetta, it reminds me of Positano, Spring, fresh, blooming flowers, a warm breeze and a lazy afternoon. That’s what beautiful food does, it just takes me away to some beautiful, relaxing place. (In my mind, that is). These are such delicious complimentary flavors, extra virgin olive oil, aged Parmesan Cheese, fresh,…
Baked Clams With Chorizo
Are you missing summer with its’ warm weather, swimming in a pool or beautiful ocean waters, and enjoying great food on the barbecue? Well, this should help out, at least for the food. This is a delicious and light meal to make on the grill, but when it is 30 degrees outside, you will have…
Banana Walnut Bread
Whenever I have bananas that have become too ripe I decide that it’s a good time to put them to use and make a tasty #Banana #Walnut #bread. Banana bread is a great treat to make and give to your friends or just to make and have for yourself at home. You can slice it…
Rosemary Garlic Dipping Oil
This is my second time I have baked bread, so I decided to make a delicious dipping oil to compliment the bread. Since I added fresh rosemary to the bread (recipe posted on blog under “Boule” bread) I thought a rosemary garlic oil would be great to dip pieces of the warm bread into. I…
Boule Bread
There is no better bread than homemade bread. The aroma, the warmth are so comforting. But it’s even better when shared with friends and family. I wanted to bake bread for a long time but didn’t want the fuss of kneading dough forever. This recipe is so easy, basically no kneading just mixing to incorporate…
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