The kitchen is my happy place. Some of the best memories involve gathering for a meal. Memories are made through planning and preparation, as well as the conversation that surrounds the table. Food is full of tradition and even encouragement.
Whether it is a quick weeknight family meal or a crowd-pleasing birthday dinner, you show love through the simple act of cooking. My approach is simple, honest, and fun!
Apple Cheddar Galette is the perfect fall appetizer. The dough comes together easily and it is a savory sweet filling. A perfect way to use up those apples you pick! As seen on NY Living TV.
Chicken Saltimbocca is no doubt part of the standard line-up of menu items you see at any Italian American restaurant. Super thin chicken cutlets lined with prosciutto, and complemented by a sage leaf.
Summer squash, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes simmered to perfection and tossed in farro is the best way to use the end of the summer vegetables coming from your garden.
Juicy peaches simmered in white wine and marsala make for a great base for chicken thighs that are caramelized by brown sugar
Sweet canteloupe makes for a surprisingly delicious chia seed pudding. Chia seed pudding is an excellent breakfsat or snack for any day!
This black cod is flavorful with olives, capers, finished with fresh basil and lemon zest. it is an easy weeknight fish dish complete with brussels sprouts.
This quick and easy pasta sauce is my go to when I am not down the shore with a bay full of fresh crabs!
Cherries are cooked down into a savory and sweet topping for homemade Crostini. Topped with ricotta, whipped with Parmesan cheese and basil. Adding in thin slices prosciutto makes this appetizer the perfect bite.
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Baked Brie with Red Wine and Mushrooms is cozy and delicious appetizer. The mushrooms are simmered in red wine along with shallots. Then baked into creamy brie, served with crusty bread. Make this for your next holiday gathering.