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the summer table

Roasted Tequila and Lime Chicken

The dish definitely “feels” Mexican but without overwhelming spices or heavy ingredients. The tang of the tequila and lime roast the chicken to create an unusual and clean flavor

table&spoon online cooking club

What started as a small idea to get friends together every few months has developed into a source of comfort and connection during the global pandemic.

the best ever key lime pie

Ahhhh….key lime pie is creamy and tart and creamy and delicious, and the recipe is a real showstopper. Making the pie could not be more simple, and the cookie crust creates a delicious crunch.  The accolades you’ll receive from anyone taking a bite is almost embarrassing.  Pure heaven!

Linguine alle Vongole (linguine with clams)

One of the best memories of summers in Portugal is Linguine with clams.  How unusual that an Italian dish ignites the tastes, sights and sounds of another country. 

grilled salmon on cedar boards

If you have never made salmon on cedar planks you will find it hard to ever eat salmon in a different way. The flavor is rich, hearty and wonderful.

superfoods chopped salad

Kale salad is very good with a dressing that is a little creamy given the tough leaves. I like to remove the “rib” or large vein of the kale and then chop into more bite-size pieces.

Rosemary Lemon No Knead Bread

When I first was given this recipe I thought the bread would be terrible. No kneading seemed to go against the little I know about bread making. Normally working the bread for 10-15 minutes activates the yeast and helps it to rise.

Chicken Shawarma in the oven

The lemon, olive oil and garlic flavors are delicious, and the tumeric creates a bright, wonderful color that adds a subtle taste and visual appeal.

Orange cream crêpe cake

Making a crêpe cake requires a bit of time and patience (and now I understand their high prices in retail).  But if you break the process up into two days, bringing it all together makes it feel easier. 

torta caprese – chocolate almond tart with orange whipped cream

What I love about a Torta Caprese, is that like so many Italian desserts, it is not too sweet, and the consistency of the cake is not overly dense or rich.

whole wheat pizza dough with mozzarella and tomatoes

My preference is whole wheat pizza crust.  I like the texture better than regular white dough.  It tends to be more chewy and satisfying.

The art of the table, and knowing which rules to break

I love setting my table because it is a time to be creative. I start by thinking of what is being served- is it Asian or Italian or a grilled fish or meat, do I want the tone to be easy and light or should this be a more formal setting?

Buttermilk marble cake

Can’t decide between a vanilla or chocolate cake then this is the choice for you.  I adapted the recipe slightly from The New York Time’s cooking website. 

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