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Baked Macaroni & Cheese, Never Make it from a Box Again

Step away from the boxed stuff with its radioactive orange color and powdery taste. Real homemade baked macaroni and cheese is simple to make once you learn the “secret sauce”. It’s nearly the universal comfort food, and there are so many variations once you master the basic recipe. My recipe uses sharp white cheddar in […]

Pearl Couscous Salad with Mint, Peas, Pistachios and Pickled Shallots

My Pearl Couscous salad is packed with flavor from red wine vinegar, lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil. The addition of pickled shallots, Dijon mustard and fresh mint take it over the top! === 🍽🍸🥩 RECIPE === 1/2 Cup (120 ml) Red Wine Vinegar 2 Tablespoons Sugar 3-4 Shallots, sliced thin 3 Tablespoons Extra-Virgin […]
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Pasta with Swiss Chard and White Beans | Vegetarian Pasta Recipe

My Pasta with Swiss Chard is a dish that comes together quickly and is a great vegetarian option. The swiss chard brings two textures – the stems add crunch, while the leaves gently wilt into the white beans and tomatoes. This can be served as a side dish or as a main course. === 🍽🍸🥩 […]

Cooking with Seasonal Produce: Spring Edition

Sunday, March 17, 2024 – 3:30 pm Eastern US EDT – As the weather warms, it’s time to explore the Spring vegetables we will see soon. Let’s explore the alphabet of veggies, from Arugula, Artichokes, and Asparagus to Spring Onions, Spinach, and Swiss Chard. Tell us, in chat, about your favorite spring vegetables and the […]
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How to Make Farro Salad with Chicken – A Healthy Mediterranean Salad

Have you ever hear of farro? This great alternative to rice is a whole grain that has a chewy texture and nutty flavor. It’s the star of my farro salad with chicken. Using grocery store roasted chicken makes this a quick any night of the week meal. Farro is so flexible you can swap it […]

Decadent Gruyere Brussels Sprouts Gratin | A Taste Sensation!

Get ready to dive into a sea of cheesy goodness! My Decadent Gruyere Brussels Sprouts Gratin is not your average side dish – it’s a culinary marvel. Watch, drool, and recreate this taste sensation in your own kitchen! === 🍽🍸🥩 RECIPE === 2 pounds (900g) Brussels sprouts, halved 1 tablespoon vegetable oil Salt and Pepper […]

Pumpkin and Sage Risotto

Does the thought of making Risotto send chills down your spine and think pumpkins are just for dessert? My Risotto with Pumpkin and Sage recipe is infused with sage, butter and parmesan for a comforting fall flavor on a fork. Making a perfect risotto is actually very easy once you get the hang of it. […]
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Aspen Hill Shrimp

Looking for that perfect appetizer, Aspen Hill Shrimp is a decadent mixture of shrimp, garlic and butter served fondue style. Perfect with that opening cocktail and conversation before the start of a great dinner. This a Peter Lee original creation. Aspen Hill Shrimp Recipe Ingredients: 3 heads garlic 1/2 pound (2 sticks) salted butter 1/2 […]
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Sweet and Savory Fried Rice – Better Than Takeout

Fried rice is blank canvas that will take on whatever flavors you like. I am making my sweet and savory fried rice that has a hint of spice from pickled chilis and a pop of sweetness from pomegranate seeds. === 🍽🍸🥩 RECIPE === 8 ounces (200 g) long grain rice 16 ounces (475 ml) chicken […]

Green Bean Almondine with Pancetta

A classic dish out of the past that deserves a come back, Green Bean Almondine is a fancy sounding dish that’s really quite simple to make. To bring this dish into the 21st century, I use pancetta and garlic which gives the humble string bean a lift to the next level. ============================ 🍽🍸🥩 Recipe ============================ […]

Stuffed Peppers with Spanish Rice

Stuffed Peppers is a classic family favorite. It is an easy meal you can prep ahead of time, cook ahead of time or freeze. Stuff the peppers with almost any flavor you like and it is the perfect vessel for leftovers. Add a salad and some crusty bread and you have a hearty meal. In […]

Scalloped Potatoes

Scalloped Potatoes is a perfect side dish to enhance any meal, whether it be a holiday dinner alongside a turkey or ham, to around the family table in the middle of the week. Potatoes, onions, chives and a creamy white bechamel sauce, layered and baked until golden brown. Once you learn this basic technique, you […]