Spring Thyme Onion Tart (Quiche)

This fragrant, appetizing quiche is a lower-fat version than many but its flavor is outstanding. The lively seasonal tastes of green spring onions, mild cheese, and fresh thyme make it a great choice for a light spring supper. Omega-3 oils, Read More …

Wishna (Sour Black Cherry Jam)

A magnificent jam and a great Middle Eastern favorite. Serve as a dessert with thick cream, or plunge a tablespoonful into a glass of iced water, then drink the syrupy water and eat the fruit left at the bottom. 2 Read More …

Satay

Every country or region has at least one dish that becomes symbolic. For SE Asia, symbolic foods would have to include satay. Popular in Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia, it’s a great treat when served hot from a charcoal grill. There Read More …

Desmond Hotel Shaker Muffins

These muffins, which are are chock-full of fruit and nuts, would make a hearty start to any morning. The staff at The Desmond serves them in the restaurants, coffee shops, at banquets and for room service. Since they could be Read More …

Pineapple Chili Mustard

Here is a fruity, cool mustard which has a wonderful flavor by not that much heat. But what’s to stop you customizing any of these recipes. They are all three, good basic recipes. This goes well with fish, meats of Read More …

Orange Cilantro Vinaigrette

This is a refreshing salad dressing that is served on mixed baby lettuces with a Grilled Cracked Peppercorn Swordfish. The bright, citrus flavor makes a great summer salad. 1 clove garlic 2 tablespoons pine nuts 1/2 cup olive oil 1 Read More …

Cervena Venison Burgers with Sweet and Sour Tomatoes and Horseradish Creme Fraiche

These burgers have been a big hit whether I served them as a special at PUBLIC or when I prepare them at home for friends and family. You can use any cut of Cervena for this recipe, but I would Read More …

Elk Medallions with Rhubarb Port Wine Sauce

This very simple yet rich sauce can be made in larger batches right about the time the rhubarb is ready. It can be frozen or canned for later use. It’s also great with any game bird or chicken. Makes 4 Read More …

Roasted Alaskan halibut with crushed potato, fennel arugula salad and tomato shallot coulis

“A great spring dish that pairs wonderfully with a Pouilly-Fumeâ” is Roasted Alaskan halibut with crushed potato, fennel arugula salad and tomato shallot coulis, said Chef Frederick Pierrel, a restaurant consultant and executive chef of The Lakefront Restaurant in Mammoth Read More …

Salmon Fillets with Mustard Glaze

These salmon fillets taste great with this perfect glaze made of mustard, vinegar, and brown sugar. Simple enough to serve your family and yet an elegant entree to serve to guests. 1 tbsp. olive oil 4 salmon fillets, 3/4 inch Read More …

Beefy Salsa Mac

Creamy macaroni and cheese team with ground beef and zesty salsa to fix a tasty and quick skillet casserole. Mayonnaise is the ‘secret ingredient’ which enriches the dish; great for quick lunches and suppers. 1 pound lean ground beef 1 Read More …

Chef Paul Prudhomme’s Vegetables in Sweet Potato Cream

Chef Paul Prudhomme learned the importance of using the freshest ingredients while cooking at his mother’s side and continues to use only earth’s finest harvests in his food. Prudhomme recommends a great spring recipe for vegetarians to try that is Read More …

Goat Cheese Medallions

A great appetizer! Serve these hot cheese rounds as a first course, with a salad, or cut or make them in smaller sizes and serve them as an appetizer. I served this appetizer with Roasted Olives with Fennel and Lemon. Read More …

Aceitunas a la Sevillana

These tasty olives, served as part of Spain’s famous tapas appetizer platters, make a great dish to pass around at a party, or as an antipasto. One 7-ounce jar green Spanish olives (preferably large), lightly crushed 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin Read More …

Double Chocolaty Chip Frappuccino

This Double Chocolaty Chip Starbucks copycat recipe is delicious and chock-full of chocolate! As a bonus, it is caffeine free since there is no coffee so it’s great for all ages! Though, if you do want that extra pick-me-up (and Read More …

Stacked Cauliflower Tacos

Tacos may just be the perfect food—handheld, delicious canvases with seemingly infinite flavor possibilities. Here is my take on fish tacos vegetarian-style, using cauliflower. All the crunch, texture and deliciousness and a great option when you want to go the Read More …