When I make this dish, I feel like I am mentally preparing myself for spring. For some reason I equate grilled meats and fruits to spring and summer time. There’s no place I’d rather be than sipping a cocktail standing over a hot grill with snow just being a distant memory. Sadly, it is still… Continue reading Honey Chipotle Chicken with Mango Salsa
Category: Main Dishes
Truffle Mushroom Risotto
I don’t think there is anything more comforting than a big bowl of creamy, comforting risotto. It’s one of those dishes that has endless possibilities; you can make it light and fresh or hearty and rich. It can be a side dish or a main star. Risotto is famous for its adaptability which may be… Continue reading Truffle Mushroom Risotto
Shrimp Tacos With Avocado Salsa and Cilantro Lime Crema
Tacos often get a reputation for being heavy and indulgent. These shrimp tacos are just as indulgent but they feel so much lighter than an average taco with fresh, crisp, bright flavors. The creamy avocado with the acidic, herbaceous crema provide the perfect contrast to the spicy, warm shrimp. This is the perfect spring or… Continue reading Shrimp Tacos With Avocado Salsa and Cilantro Lime Crema
Tuna Poke
There is nothing I love more than ahi tuna. I feel like I can confidently say it is my favorite protein source. While I'm professing my love of rich, fatty tuna I can also declare poke as my preferred way of preparing it. Poke is marinaded, diced raw fish native to Hawaii but has found… Continue reading Tuna Poke
Honey Sriracha Salmon
This is hands down my go-to marinade for salmon. It has all the flavor profiles I look for in a marinade, slightly sweet, spicy, with a rich umami from the tamari. The honey helps the marinade caramelize and thicken once it is baked. This marinade is also very flexible, if you like it spicy you… Continue reading Honey Sriracha Salmon
Lemon Ricotta Tagliatelle
I don't think there is anything I love more than a creamy, cheesy pasta. Actually, anything that has to do with carbs and cheese is an instant favorite of mine. There’s something so comforting about digging into a hot bowl of pasta however, it has the tendency to leave you feeling bogged down and lethargic.… Continue reading Lemon Ricotta Tagliatelle
Seared Scallops with Butternut Puree, Bacon and Apples
Comforting and Easy Seared Scallops with Butternut Puree, Bacon, Apples and Sage