Recipes Section

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Warm French Lentil Salad with Walnuts

I am a huge fan of legumes and especially the quick cooking lentil. French lentils are the tiny, dark green ones and can be found in specialty food markets and some grocery stores. Much more flavorful than the flat brown lentil, French lentils…
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Bittersweet Chocolate Tart

Of course all we want is chocolate! Or is it just me? I am a huge fan and luckily my husband is as well. So when it comes to dessert it's an easy choice. This tart can be made ahead by about a day, although the crust can be made weeks ahead…
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Sesame Seared Tuna on Wonton Crisps with Wasabi Creme Fraiche

A simple and elegant appetizer that is a crowd pleaser. Seared rare tuna sits on top of deep fried wonton triangles- I know, I know, frying is so - well, delicious - but if you prefer to avoid this you can use a crisp rice cracker. The garnish…
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Portobello Bruschetta with Caramelized Onions

This is one of my favorite appetizers and well worth the effort. The presentation is also spectacular, a stacked vegetarian open faced sandwich. Portobello Bruschetta with Rosemary Aioli Serves 12 Ingredients 1 cup balsamic vinegar 2…
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Thai Chicken Curry

Thai curry is a dish that can be made in about thirty minutes with a few key ingredients; unsweetened coconut milk, lemongrass, fish sauce, ginger and Thai red or green curry paste. Most vegetable can be tossed into the base sauce as well as…
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White Bean and Vegetable Soup with Pesto

This is the time of year for warming soups and this one is chock full of vegetables which really could be anything you have on hand. Remember a recipe is just a guideline and once you have cooked enough you can improvise to your hearts ( and…

Butternut Squash Soup with Creme Fraiche

One of the best ways to enjoy fall/winter squash such as acorn, butternut and pumpkin is to roast them and then puree into a quick and easy soup. This ever popular recipe is great as a light lunch or as part of a larger meal served for a first…
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White Beans with Pancetta and Escarole

This is one of my favorite fall side dishes. The combination of the greens, pancetta and white beans is a perfect side for most entrees and can also be served alone with a loaf of crusty bread and mixed green salad. White Beans with Pancetta…