Rishia Zimmern’s Chicken With Shallots

May 4, 2020

This is a perfect recipe for these times; an excellent one-pot dinner loaded with flavor. And from an amusing source! Andrew Zimmern dines on bugs on television as host of Bizarre Foods” on the Travel channel, but when home in Minnesota he favors his wife’s favorite chicken dinner, based on a Martha Stewart recipe. You […]

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Strawberry Buckle Muffins

April 29, 2020

I know I recently posted a strawberry muffin recipe, and it’s delicious; but these are a bit different and equally worthy. There is a “buckle” topping of crumbly brown sugar, oats and spices that adds sweetness and another layer of goodness. Another great recipe from the “Food Swings” cook book by Jessica (Mrs. Jerry) Seinfeld. […]

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Pork and Asparagus Stir-Fry

April 24, 2020

Deb Perelman’s Smitten Kitchen food blog is so popular it has landed her a regular spot in Bon Appetit magazine. We found her latest Sichuan style stir-fry to celebrate the arrival of spring asparagus in the markets so delicious, that “Serves 4 ” became instead 2 generous servings. The asparagus is blistered in a hot […]

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Spicy White Bean Stew With Broccoli Rabe

April 19, 2020

This is an extremely delicious, extremely flexible recipe offering lots of ways to sub in what you have on hand; perfect for these times when running to the store for a couple of ingredients seems ridiculous. Canned white beans cooked with garlic, onions and some heat, then simmered with broth and broccoli rabe, and served […]

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Pork Noodle Soup With Ginger and Toasted Garlic

April 14, 2020

Another hot new recipe from Alison Roman! She suggests you use what you have on hand as the soup would work with a variety of proteins, noodles and greens. The savory broth is made from sauteing ground pork and garlic, and adding chicken broth and soy sauce. The greens she used are pea leaves (good […]

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Sheet-Pan Chipotle-Lime Shrimp

April 10, 2020

This couldn’t be easier. Potatoes tossed with oil on the pan and roasted, then vegetables and shrimp added and a bright sauce of lime juice,butter,and chipolte pepper is poured over it all to finish roasting all together. Dinner is served! Only one sheet pan to wash. This recipe credit goes to Colleen Delawder of Herndon, […]

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Healthy Strawberry Oatmeal Bars

April 5, 2020

I’m always looking for ways to use those hard to resist three packs of gorgeous berries. And anything with strawberries is a hit with my most discerning audience, Wyatt and Hunter; ages 10 and 7. Easy to make with ingredients you may have already in the pantry; good for a snack or dessert. I didn’t […]

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Mary Berry’s Best-Ever Beef Stew

March 29, 2020

The beloved judge of the Great British Baking Show has a new cookbook out called ” Entertaining With Mary Berry”; her 80th book, give or take one or two. The real recipe title is Hot Mustard Spiced Beef, which I didn’t think would generate much interest; and this is really a recipe worth trying. The […]

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Sheet-Pan Harissa Salmon With Potatoes and Citrus

March 23, 2020

The marinade of harissa, orange juice and ginger is surprisingly delicious; spicy and vibrant. You start by roasting the potatoes and onions until almost cooked through, then add the salmon to the pan and return it to the oven until its all ready together. A scatter of cilantro and scallions over everything adds green freshness. […]

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Raspberry Buttermilk Cake

March 19, 2020

I have made this twice in the last two weeks; lovely comforting cake with a buttery, sugary fragrance that makes the house feel cozy. And when you are sheltering in place, that’s almost as enjoyable as having a slice of this thin, moist, light cake with a cup of coffee. Any berry will work well, […]

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