Caramelized Pear & Gorgonzola Quiche

All of the ingredients in this compact closet cooking quiche, including the crust just make sense together. Each bite incorporates sweet caramelized pear, luscious gorgonzola, savory pancetta and a nutty flakey crust. This is what the fall tastes...

Ricotta & Fontina Stuffed Shells +

Zowie this dish is a dish! Just love, love this food and wine recipe. Rich flavors in a compact little shell. Yum! Using your favorite store-bought marinara sauce cuts down on prep time.

Open-Face Turkey Burgers w/Gruyere, Mushrooms, & Arugula Salad

A little something from each of the food groups is represented in this pretty little package.  Serve fresh cut-up heirloom tomatoes along side, sprinkled with fresh ground black pepper.

Spicy Beef and Sausage Tacos

Tacos are a bit more special with both beef and sausage. But it’s not complete without all the fixins’ included. Muy Bueno!

Tomato & Mozzarella Tartlets

Just like a warm caprese salad on top of delicate puff pastry.  Serve as appetizer or side.

Feta-Stuffed Chicken Breasts

An easy chicken dish to prep for the entire family. Not just your ordinary sautéed chicken because it’s stuffed with seasoned cheese! Need I say more?

Grilled Eggplant Parmesan w/Grilled Tomato Marinara

Grilled tomato sauce is quite something! Double this recipes sauce ingredients so there is extra to serve over a big bowl of pasta for dinner the next evening. I’m thinking also, that with a bit of altering, this recipe would also work for...

Stacked Tomato Salad

I  make this every summer a few times throughout the season. It’s a great way to take advantage of the delicious varieties of heirloom tomatoes out in the market. The tapenade and dressing can be made ahead of time, or even try using your...

Grilled Broccoli w/Chipotle-Lime Butter & Queso Fresco

Chipotle, lime and butter has been my go-to over the last few grilling seasons… try it out on grilled broccoli. Yes, grilled broccoli. It is surprisingly yummy.

Artichoke, Fresh Mozzarella, & Salami Sandwiches

These sandwiches can be prepared 4 hours and/or up to one day ahead of serving. Gives time for the flavors to blend perfectly.