This creamy cup is topped with fresh seasonal blueberries and a bit of salty bacon to complete the circle. Here in middle America, we pair bacon and blueberries with our corn. You should, too. Editor’s Note: This recipe comes from Shaina Olmanson’s new cookbook, “Desserts in Jars: 50 Sweet Treats that Shine.” She helps home […]
Let’s face it: Summer may be coming to a close sooner than we’d like. From cramming in final family vacations to dreaded back-to-school shopping, August often ends in the blink of an eye. Both my sister Courtney and I think this might be a good time to press pause, slow it down and soak up those […]
I love this recipe for a few reasons. It is extremely simple; it is seasonal; and who doesn’t love making fresh pasta and serving it to friends? The flavors of this recipe are very reminiscent of the pappa pomodoro dish we experienced just a few week’s ago in Tuscany with Gourmet Destinations. Hey, culinary travel […]
Is there a lovelier smell than dinner sizzling on the grill? We don’t think so. When it’s hot and steamy out, avoid turning on your oven, and instead fire up the BBQ. Whether you use charcoal, wood or propane, we’ve got lots of easy, but delicious ideas for dinner. Plus, if you need grilling tips, […]
This recipe was inspired by Money Saving Mom and my favorite burritos at Trader Joe’s! Makes 15-20 burritos 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 small or medium onion, diced 2 pounds shredded cooked chicken (1 rotisserie chicken or cooked chicken breasts and thighs) 1 (12 oz.) jar salsa verde or tomatillo salsa […]
This recipe was inspired by Money Saving Mom and my favorite burritos at Trader Joe’s! Makes 15-20 burritos 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 small or medium onion, diced 2 pounds shredded cooked chicken (1 rotisserie chicken or cooked chicken breasts and thighs) 1 (12 oz.) jar salsa verde or tomatillo salsa […]
The best empanada recipe is a mystery in itself, since every household in every province in Argentine has a different recipe, all claiming they are the best! Baked or fried, fillings vary according to taste and local ingredients, but we can definitely agree that the traditional Argentine empanada is made of meat. And when I […]
End-of-the-year lunches are a tradition on the North Shore—PTOs, committees, boards—if you’re on it, you’ll be attending a lunch in the next few weeks. Which means you need a salad that will stand out and hold its own on that buffet table. We’ve perused our favorite restaurants’ menus, and found the salads we gobble up […]
Rabaton is a traditional Piedmont dish made of spinach, ricotta, and eggs. There are a few steps, but the delicious results are worth the effort! Makes approximately 38 dumplings Serves 6 – 8 1-pound package frozen chopped spinach, thawed, gently squeezed of moisture 1 1/3 cups breadcrumbs 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons fresh ricotta cheese […]
