Peel ‘n’ Eat Shrimp
This is really damn good and so easy. I served roasted rosemary red potatoes & corn on the cobb with the shrimp. 1 ½ tablespoons paprika 1 tablespoon ancho chile powder 1 tablespoon light brown sugar 1 teaspoon… Read More
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Vietnamese Crisp Rice Paper
Pickled Vegetable Salad: 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into thin sticks 4 medium radishes cut into thin sticks 8 snap peas cut in thin slices 1/2 red bell pepper thinly sliced 2 tablespoons unsalted peanuts, crushed 2… Read More
Bomba (The Bomb) Italian Doughnuts
The literal translation of the Italian word bomba is “bomb.” After you taste one you will know exactly why they have this name. What could be better then a fresh doughnut with Nutella? My friend Christina first told me about… Read More
Spiced Bacon Jam
I had a request for the recipe of the Spiced Bacon Jam on top of these seared scallops. Here it is and it is good! 1 1/2 pounds sliced bacon, diced 2 cups finely chopped shallots 4 small… Read More
White Bean Tomato Olive Salad
I have had some requests to share this recipe. We made this in class earlier this week. It was delicious. For lunch the following day I added some crisp romaine, seared ahi tuna & crumbles of ricotta salata… Read More
Banh Xeo: “Sizzling Cake” Vietnamese Crepe with Shrimp
1 cup rice flour ¼ cup cornstarch ¼ cup coconut milk 1 3/4 cup water ¼ tsp salt ½ tsp ground turmeric Ingredients for Filling: 3/4 lb raw medium shrimp 2 cups bean sprouts 1 bunch of scallions… Read More
Eggplant Parmesan for Breakfast
A new breakfast twist for eggplant Parmesan. I added a spicy sausage ragu, mozzarella, basil & a sunnyside egg.
Lemon Ricotta Waffles with Blueberry Sauce
These waffles are going to be great for spring. I always have fresh ricotta left over and now I have found the perfect way to use it. I served candied bacon with mine. I also caramelized banana slices… Read More
Citrus & Beet Salad
Pull out your heart shape cookie cutters and create a fabulous salad… 1 beet 1 blood red orange 1 ruby red grapefruit 1 bunch watercress 2 tablespoons crumbled feta 2 tablespoons toasted pistachio Vinaigrette: 2 tablespoons blood orange… Read More
Scallops Seared in Duck Fat
Scallops seared in duck fat. What could be better?