Cooking Method: Mixing
Balsamic Chicken, Fresh Figs, Pistachios, Gorgonzola and Arugula Salad
My husband created this absolutely delicious Balsamic Chicken, Fresh Figs, Pistachios, Gorgonzola, and Arugula Salad. The sweet figs, salty pistachios, creamy Gorgonzola, and peppery arugula are all perfectly balanced in this salad, and the balsamic dressing adds a touch of acidity that really brings everything together. It's such a great combination of flavors. We used to have a huge fig tree at our old house and miss it terribly.
By - Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Yields: 4 - 6 Servings
Cannoli
Cannoli are a fried pastry shell filled with sweet ricotta cheese. We had a taste test in three famous pastry shops in the North End of Boston. They were all amazing.
Grapefruit Basil Vodka Fizz
How do I use all that wonderful fresh basil in my backyard? The answer is Grapefruit Basil Vodka Fizz! It's light and refreshing.
- Yields: Makes 1 Cocktail
Avocado Lime Ranch Dressing
This Avocado Lime Ranch Dressing is simply divine. It's great on a BLT salad, or any salad for that matter.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Yields: Makes about 2 cups
The Gooden Salad
There is a restaurant offering The Gooden Salad, named after a local school in Sierra Madre, CA. It is a delicious combination of grilled chicken, lettuce, hearts of palm, avocado, corn and blue cheese served with ranch dressing and a drizzle of BBQ sauce.
- Prep: 20 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Pineapple Salsa
This Pineapple Salsa has vibrant colors and tropical flavor. It's great to use on fish, pork or chicken.
- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
Chopped Salad from The Luggage Room Pizzeria
The Los Angeles Times printed the recipe for this chopped salad from one of our favorite restaurants, The Luggage Room Pizzeria in the 1934 Del Mar Train Station in Pasadena, CA. The pizza is done in a wood burning oven and is phenomenal.
- Prep: 20 mins
- Yields: 1 Servings
Cinnamon Honey Butter
My daughter, Grace made this Cinnamon Honey Butter. Its uses are endless. You can put it on toast, pancakes, waffles, muffins, bagels, cinnamon rolls, biscuits, popcorn, etc. I should have taken a picture before everyone descended on the jar!
- Prep: 10 mins
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Almonds & Blood Oranges
I went to my local farmers market. There are several food trucks that park there. I bought this amazing Brussels Sprouts and Blood Orange salad. I immediately came home and recreated it.
- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Yields: 6 Servings
Egg Salad with Dill & Chives
Egg Salad with Dill & Chives are a bit hit. There is nothing like a really good egg salad sandwich. I think adding some fresh dill takes it to the next level.
- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Yields: Makes 40 sandwiches
