Italian Sausage and Zucchini Pasta

Aug 10, 2009 - Sunset Magazine, August 2009This was very easy and full of flavor. It's also very versatile--you could substitute the tomatoes with roasted red peppers, or add other veggies. INGREDIENTS12 oz. - 0 Comments

Roasted Garlic Dip

Aug 06, 2009 - http://entertaining.about.comI did not actually roast the garlic as the recipe instructs....it's in the middle of summer, and quite frankly, I have no interest in heating up the house with the oven and stinking it up with garlic. (Our house is on the market and I highly doubt a garlicky house will appeal to potential buyers). Anyway....I used minced garlic and I'm sure roasted would be darn good, but heck...I just don't have time for that either. - 0 Comments

Perfect Picnic Sandwiches

Jun 10, 2009 - Real Simple Magazine All I have to say is..YUM! INGREDIENTS1 bagette (I used seasoned-top French bread) 2 Tbs Dijon mustard 4 oz thinly sliced proscuitto or salami 4 oz Asiago (or hard goat cheese) sliced 1 12-oz jar roasted red peppers, halved DIRECTIONSAssemble any way you want! For a picnic--if it will be a while before eating--you may want to assemble at your destination since the peppers may cause sogginess in the bread. - 0 Comments

Broccoli and Sheep Cheese soup

Jun 09, 2009 - Original recipeSo it's been said that goat and sheep cheese is easier on the system for those who are lactose-intolerant because of its higher acidity. I also happen to think that sheep cheese in particular, is a lot more flavorful than cow's milk cheese and so I thought I'd concoct a soup using sheep feta. It was super easy and actually tastes yummy when chilled. - 0 Comments

Chili Lime Corn on the Cob

May 26, 2009 - Guy Fieri--Sunset Magazine May 2009I made these for our Memorial Day BBQ and they were incredible! So easy and such a great change from the usual butter-and-salt corn on the cob! INGREDIENTS4 Tbs. - 0 Comments

Quinoa Pilaf with Cranberries

May 16, 2009 - Whole FoodsThis is a great side dish, or even just as snack and it is also wheat and gluten-free. Quinoa is such a great great source of high quality protein and is easy to digest--much easier than any other grain. INGREDIENTS1 tablespoon Olive Oil 1 small red onion, chopped 1 cup quinoa (I like Ancient Harvest brand-traditional style) 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth 1/2 teaspoon salt 2/3 cup chopped dried cranberries 2/3 cup toasted sliced almonds DIRECTIONSHeat oil in a medium saucepan over high heat. - 0 Comments

Orange and Ginger Pork Chops

May 04, 2009 - Whole FoodsThese came out fantastic! And so easy...I hardly had to think about them---which was good since I was drinking wine..... INGREDIENTSNonstick cooking spray 1/4 cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons Orange Juice 1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger 1/2 teaspoon salt 4 (1-inch thick) bone-in, center-cut pork chops (I used 6 boneless pork chops) DIRECTIONSArrange oven rack about 6 inches from heating element and preheat broiler (on high). - 0 Comments

Spinach, Mushroom and Sheep Feta Quesadillas

Apr 25, 2009 - Whole Foods, but tweakedThese were so yummy and sheep feta is so flavorful! You can try this recipe with cooked cubed chicken, tofu, Tempe as well. These can be made in the oven, or grilled. - 0 Comments

Grilled Eggplant with Cilantro Salsa Verde

Apr 22, 2009 - Whole FoodsThe salsa has a great flavor and would be great on any grilled vegetables. INGREDIENTSGRILLED EGGPLANT: 1 purple eggplant 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Kosher salt 2 roasted red bell peppers, peeled and sliced 1/2 pound blanched green beans CILANTRO SALSA VERDE: 2 cloves garlic 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger 1/2 cup cilantro (coriander) leaves 1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves 1/2 half cup extra virgin olive oil Juice of half of a lemon 1 teaspoon salt Pinch of piménton or paprika DIRECTIONSFor the grilled eggplant, heat a grill pan to medium-high heat. Slice eggplant into 1-inch-thick slices. - 0 Comments