Homemade cheese is easier to make than you think. All you need is full fat milk, an acid (such as lemons or vinegar) and a fine mesh strainer and you can have fresh cheese on your dinner table in no time. I have tried a few different techniques for making ricotta and I think this […]
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My Asparagus and Leek Tart couldn’t be easier to make. Store-bought puff pastry is used to create a flaky and buttery base that’s painted with a tangy mustard sauce and topped with fresh spring vegetables. This dish is rustic, but elegant and the perfect bite to serve at Mother’s Day Brunch or your next happy
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Did you know that you can make delicious salsa from a few tins of stewed tomatoes? You can, and this recipe will prove it. My Restaurant Salsa recipe is so easy to make. All you need is a food processor and five minutes and you can have delicious, restaurant quality salsa on your table in
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These Sweet Potato Croquettes are the perfect little bite to serve at happy hour or as a light dinner with a simple salad such as my Salad of Butter Lettuce and Toasted Hemp Hearts. The croquettes are sweet, yet savory with a smooth and buttery interior and crunchy, salty exterior. Admittedly, these croquettes do take
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Flaky pouches of pastry are filled with a fresh strawberry puree and tender sprigs of tarragon for a light and fruity dessert with undertones of vanilla and licorice. These Strawberry and Tarragon Hand Pies capitalize on store-bought puff pastry for an easy-to-make recipe. Just be sure to use fresh, ripe fruit and herbs to boost
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If you like grilled cheese sandwiches, you will love my Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Charred Asparagus. Here, seedy, crusty bread is brushed with an earthy and umami Mushroom and Thyme Compound Butter and filled with charred asparagus and salty and creamy cheddar cheese. This sandwich is full of flavor and a wonderful break from the
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Artichokes are available year-round, but spring marks the peak of their season and the time of year when I enjoy them the most. The artichoke is a beautiful plant with long silvery green leaves and stunning purple blooms. It’s an unique addition to any vegetable garden and tastes great when harvested too. Although most of
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If you are looking for a healthy and flavorful lunch or light dinner, look no further than my Mediterranean Tuna Wraps. Line caught, wild albacore tuna is tucked into a whole wheat tortilla along with peppery arugula, punchy pesto, marinated cannellini beans, and cherry tomatoes. This wrap is unbelievably good and good for you too.
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This green smoothie is a great way to start your morning! It’s loaded with fruits and vegetables such as spinach, celery, cucumber, orange and apple, plus hydrating coconut water. You’ll kick-start your day with a hearty dose of dietary fiber, minerals and nutrients that will boost your health and keep you satisfied all morning long.
These Beet and Sweet Potato Fritters are my new favorite go-to meal! They are simple to make and really delicious. The fritters are slightly sweet and earthy and have a great texture – tender on the inside and crispy on the outside. These fritters are great on their own, but really good when served alongside
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