Cold Almond and Garlic Soup with Figs and Marcona Almonds

Figs and almonds are two very Mediterranean ingredients. Together they make this simple but interesting cold soup – a glimpse of what people ate in the south of Spain before the introduction of new ingredients from the Americas. Here we Read More …

Caprese Salad & Wine

Is there anything more Italian and elegant than caprese salad and wine. This is very simple to make, just put it on a nice plate and pair it with your favorite wine in a crystal decanter with some crystal wine Read More …

Molten Chocolate Cakes with Sugar Coated Raspberries

Dessert is individual molten chocolate cakes. They’re simple and elegant, and they bake in under 10 minutes in a standard muffin pan. The best part about these little beauties is that the cake batter is extremely forgiving: You can make Read More …

Simple and Easy Braciole

Braciole is a fantastic meat to add to your Sunday Dinner. You can add extra ingredients based on what you like, but this is a very simple and easy recipe to follow if you are not experienced in making or Read More …

Simple & Easy Ricotta Gnocchi

Making your own gnocchi couldn’t be easier, or more rewarding. With just three ingredients, these delicate Italian dumplings are ready in well under an hour. Yield: 4 servings 12 ounces ricotta 2 cups “00” pasta flour, divided (substitute all purpose Read More …

Garlicky Lemon Scallops

This is a terrific way to fix ocean scallops! Simple treatment is always best with fine seafood, and this recipe really lets the flavor and texture of the scallops shine through. Served over brown rice with arugula, mushroom, strawberry and Read More …

Gorgonzola and Dried Cherry Salad

This simple combination of leafy green lettuce, sweet red onion, sliced apples, roasted pecans and dried cherries tossed in raspberry vinaigrette can serve as a main lunch entrée or on the side in a more extravagant meal. 1/4 cup extra Read More …

Goat Cheese Rolled in Dried Cranberries

Just in time for the holidays, this recipe is simple and easy! Only two ingredients and in five minutes, you have a gourmet and delicious appetizer. 1 (11 ounce) fresh goat cheese log 2 cups dried cranberries Remove fresh Goat Read More …

Mushrooms Sauteed with Garlic Butter

This simple yet elegant dish makes a delicious first course or, served in smaller portions, a superb amuse-gueule. 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter 1 tablespoon garlic; finely chopped 1/2 teaspoon Salt 1/4 teaspoon Fresh ground black pepper 3/4 pound small white Read More …

Roasted Cauliflower

A long time family favorite; this simple, easy and great tasting recipe combines roasted cauliflower with browned butter. Roasting brings out maximum flavor from the cauliflower and results in a scrumptious caramelized crust, a tender and creamy inside, with a Read More …

Curried Tomato Corn Soup

Onion, tomatoes and corn form a toothsome trio of vegetables in curried chicken broth. A little yogurt whisked in at the end results in a creamy but light and flavorful first course or simple luncheon dish. 1 teaspoon butter 1 Read More …