This basil oil drizzle is a loverly herbaceous oil that adds a burst of flavor to a variety of dishes. It’s a vibrant and aromatic infusion that captures the essence of fresh basil leaves. Drizzle it over soups, salads, pasta,…
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Well, it’s almost the last day of the year and I thought I’d wrap up the year with a roundup of the most popular recipe posts of 2023. There was certainly a trend that I spotted as four out of…
This has to be my all-time favorite recipe for roasted carrots. It combines the natural sweetness of carrots with the warm, aromatic notes of ginger and the rich, nutty flavor of sesame oil. This simple yet sophisticated recipe transforms humble…
This garlic bread is a favorite in my house. It’s very reminiscent of old-school steakhouse garlic bread which is what I had in mind when developing this recipe. I wanted the kind of garlic bread that they brought to the…
I first had these white truffle asiago mashed potatoes during a visit to Walt Disney Resort several years ago and I was blown away. Mashed potatoes have always been my favorite comfort food and the dish that I turn to…
Fresh corn on the cob is one of the best things about August. If you can get it fresh from a farm, all the better. Many years ago I came across this recipe that was featured in Canadian Living magazine…
If you love hollandaise sauce but resist making it because it’s too difficult or fussy you’re going to love this recipe for my easy blender hollandaise sauce. Instead of slaving over a double boiler, you just whisk it up in…
I don’t know about you but I’m always looking for interesting kale recipes. I happened to have some kale and Brussels sprouts in the fridge I needed to use up and thought why not combine the two for a salad?…
Who doesn’t love a good baked potato? They make a great side dish and can even be a full meal when loaded with lots of yummy toppings. They’re inexpensive, easy to make and the cooking is mostly hands-off. A quick…
When it comes to most vegetables my go-to method of cooking is roasting. I love the sweetness it brings out in the vegetables. And while I’m not a fan of boiled or steamed broccoli I LOVE it roasted. After recently…