Because if we’re not going to cook with wine, beer can do the trick, right? And folks, it does wonders to this dish. I mean, wonders. First, we used brats that were infused with Dogfish Head’s Midas Touch (which by the way, were amazing). We bought them from Total Wine last Saturday, because naturally that’s where we…
Cajun Shrimp with Garden Vegetables in a Southwest Cream Sauce
This is a spectacular dish bursting with flavor. All of these gorgeous, bright colors are really exciting (it makes me look so forward to the fresh vegetables of summer, especially corn… yum.). And can I quickly touch on the fact that it was a 70 degree evening with a perfect sunset? I even have proof! Summertime,…
Nut Crusted Salmon with Ginger-Butter Sauce
My sous chef insists that I cook with too much butter. And garlic. Not to mention bacon? At least I can point to the nutritiousness of garlic. As for the butter… well, I can’t help it if this recipe calls for six tablespoons of rich, creamy goodness. He seems to always think the food is…
Spaghetti Squash Lasagna Boats with Roasted Garlic
They say inner beauty is what counts, right? In that case, these spaghetti squash boats are seriously beautiful creatures. Just think about it: ooey-gooey oh so cheesy bechamel sauce. Meaty, delicious tomato sauce. And spaghetti squash to mop up the goodness? Un-freaken-believeable. I wish I could take credit for this genius recipe – but I…
Asian Chicken Lettuce Boats with Thai Peanut Sauce
Okay, so maybe this isn’t the best thing to make for say, the first few dates with your new flame… but man, these are good. Crunchy, spicy, saucy and just a tad bit messy. At least it was for me! Somehow my sous chef managed to have a perfectly clean plate and hands. And here…
Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookies with Chocolate Buttercream Filling
First, I convinced the sous chef that we shouldn’t go to the gym last night. Luckily he gave in and I naturally poured myself a glass of wine. To make matters even better, I had the hankering to make a yummy sweet treat for my sous chef. Because not going to the gym and eating…
Pan-Seared Chicken Thighs with Bacon, Peppers and Onions
The sous chef: “Gosh, you and bacon!” Me: “Are you jealous?” The sous chef: “I don’t want to talk about it” Yes, we revert to our bacon ways. But who’s complaining? Not the sous chef, I promise! Friends, this is a perfect go-to weeknight dinner. And it is so, so delicious. I love the tender,…
Toasted Roast Beef Sandwiches with Creamy Horseradish Sauce and Melted Provolone Cheese
Though my sous chef is currently protesting the kitchen – albeit not protesting the delicious food that comes from it – I was able to pull off an amazing soup and sandwich combo (which he enjoyed very much!). I’ll even let you in on a secret sous-chef move: dipping this gorgeous roast beef sandwich into…
Marinated Sirloin Steak Kebabs with Garden Vegetables
My sous chef and I are moving this weekend and we’ve championed one motto for dinners this week: easy peasy. Or ‘simple dimple’ if you ask my sous chef (don’t tell him, but I don’t think that’s an actual expression!). Folks, it doesn’t get any simpler than this. A grill is a beautiful opportunity to…
Chipotle Grilled Chicken with Pineapple Salsa
Ah, yes. Old Man Winter refuses surrender to the warmth of spring and snow is upon us again. There is no denying the beauty of the city dressed in it’s white coat, but my mind can’t help but wander to warmer thoughts. Surely, I’d trade in the white coat for white capped waves and breezy wafts at…