boiled baby potatoes with fresh mint and garlic
Did you ever think of the potato as one of nature's most perfect foods? But really when you think about all the wonderful ways to...
lazy (s)mashed potatoes
Who likes peeling potatoes? I often make these potatoes when I do not want to bother to peel the skins of potatoes and want something slightly different (and lighter) than...
roasted cauliflower and broccoli
A super easy dish that I like to serve with the Indian butter chicken recipe, but works equally well with anything else. It does not contain any spices, just salt...
roasted broccoli with sun dried tomatoes and pine nuts
How I love to use broccoli in lots of different ways. It is such a versatile vegetable, and you actually feel healthy eating it. Roasting...
minted lamb meatballs with fresh peas & asparagus
These lamb meatballs are light and delicious because of the blend of fresh mint and parsley. It is best made in spring when fresh peas and asparagus are in full...
green beans with fennel
Green beans are my go-to vegetable – easy to cook, work with a large variety of main courses, most people enjoy them.
green beans… in a variety of ways
Green beans are my go-to vegetable – easy to cook, work with a large variety of main courses, most people enjoy them – and you...
horseradish sauce
A complement to so many dishes, I continually use this recipe for both meat and fish dishes. It is super simple to make and adds a kick of flavor to...
rich vanilla bean ice cream with pistachios & honey
For this recipe you need an ice cream maker and must follow the directions for how to use the machine. I love making ice cream. There is something so satisfying...
potato fritters with a touch of chives
Potatoes are the common side for many recipes. These potato fritters absorb all the lovely juices of your meat or fish, adding more flavor and...
basic but beautiful rice
What more is there to say about a well-cooked bowl of rice? Simple, pure and such a perfect companion to a variety of dishes.
Orzo rice with or without fresh peas
Is it pasta or is it rice? Whatever you think it is, orzo is easy to make and results in a good complement to many dishes. Unlike rice, overcooking Orzo...
turkey meatballs with pesto
I usually but spinach in meatballs but one day, I had no spinach and thought that pesto would be a good flavor to add to...
herby chicken & spinach meatballs
Meatball, meatball, what's not to like about these mouthfuls of chicken, spinach and a few spices. The recipe has been taken from many different sources, and my original version is...
super moist and juicy turkey meatballs
Turkey is not meat that is often thought about outside of a holiday or on the occasional sandwich. And when not cooked properly, it tends to be dry and tasteless....
simple green salad with fennel
This salad is extremely simple and full of flavor. The fennel is what makes it so good….well the fennel and really tossing the salad with...
slow cooked lamb with garlic and rosemary
Slow roasting lamb allows all the garlic and rosemary to work magic, plus the acidity of the malt vinegar and the sweetness of the brown sugar adds the perfect balance...
simply delicious mini frittatas
Super easy and perfect for a crowd or less during brunch, breakfast or lunch, and so much lighter than quiche. Mini or cupcake size, the frittatas can be partially prepared...
let it crumble crumb coffee cake
Who doesn’t love crumb cake? Maybe it is a little old fashioned but that’s what makes it even more wonderful and heartwarming. The crumbly sugar,...
hot or not avocado toasts
Avocado on toast is all the rage. It is funny how you can find it almost everywhere. I knew the world was mad for it when we saw it on...
the classic grilled filet steak
Grilling steak may take a few tries to master but the key is not to overcook, if anything, undercook because you can always cook it more. A good meat thermometer...
matcha cake with buttercream icing
I love the color and texture of this cake. The recipe is straight from Real Simple without any modifications because it is perfect.
bright burst meyer lemon tart
I love baking but given the chemistry in the process, I rarely change a recipe I find. Yes, I may add or change a spice, but the measurements and types...
fabulous fish cakes
Fish cakes are delicious for a light and flavorful lunch or a starter course. Slightly unexpected and always appreciated, it is hard to go wrong with this recipe. The only...
all american chocolate chip cookies
To make this ordinary little cookie into something more exciting, I serve them homemade, out of the oven, piping hot and gooey -- maybe with...
meringues with fresh cream and seasonal fruit
Meringues are always a crowd pleaser for adults and children alike. Meringues can be made with relative ease though many people feel they are complex
