by Josie | May 25, 2023 | Baking, Cheese, Citrus, Freezer Friendly, Hors d'oeuvres, Recipes, Sides, Vegetarian
As many of you have heard, I don’t bake. Using puff pastry can make one appear to be a baker. This is about as simple as it gets and it’s delicious! If you’re going to (or hosting) a brunch, lunch, barbecue or hors d’oeuvres party, this is a...
by Josie | May 6, 2023 | Cocktails & Beverages
The Mint Julep has long been associated with the Kentucky Derby, which occurs every year on the first Saturday of May. Mint Juleps are said to be “the one and only drink for the Derby!” There is a long history surrounding the drink which has strong...
by Josie | Mar 24, 2023 | Chicken, Citrus, Curry, Gluten Free Option, Greens, Noodles, Recipes, Soup, Soup for Breakfast!, Turmeric
This soup is enjoyed any day of the year and in many countries, a bowl like this is enjoyed for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Since I had fresh noodles, homemade broth, curries and condiments we made this soup for dinner on a very cold night. It was so good. Typically...
by Josie | Mar 18, 2023 | Chicken, Citrus, Herbs, Noodles, Pasta, Recipes
This is a lighter version of the pappardelle I sometimes make with cream. So good, but not what I need right now, I pulled this dish together rather quickly (because there was a Duck game starting soon!) using home-made chicken broth, white wine, lots of garlic &...
by Josie | Mar 16, 2023 | Cheese, Citrus, Herbs, Nuts, Pasta, Pesto, Recipes, Sides, Vegetarian
We harvested more broccoli from our gardens this week and had enough to enjoy in a couple of different ways. One of our dishes was this delicious, super easy broccoli pesto fusilli. It’s a great side dish to proteins such as grilled chicken or beef or salmon or...
by Josie | Mar 15, 2023 | Cooking, Freezer Friendly, Gluten Free, Meal Planning, Soup, Vegan Option, Vegetarian Option
I posted this traditional recipe a few years ago. With St. Patrick’s Day coming this week and Easter just down the road, I thought I’d post again. Split pea with smoky ham is always a good meal this time of year. AND I’ve offered vegan/vegetarian...
by Josie | Mar 14, 2023 | Chef Inspired, Cooking, Freezer Friendly, Gluten Free, Herbs, Recipes, Soup
On a research trip one year, our corporate marketing manager arranged for us to have a private dining experience in a little restaurant nestled in an old Boston neighborhood. I can’t remember the name, but everything about the place was out of Saveur magazine...
by Josie | Mar 11, 2023 | Cheese, Eggs, Greens, Recipes, Vegetarian
Jammy fried eggs atop garlicky herb flatbread with roasted red pepper spread, shaved sharp cheddar, a garnish of sofrito, a sprinkling of micro greens and a drizzle of good olive oil. O.M.G. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner or afternoon snack – it’s just...
by Josie | Mar 9, 2023 | Chicken, Citrus, Cooking, Gluten Free Option, Herbs, Lamb, Pasta, Recipes, Soup
This soup hits the spot on so many levels. The broth is sunny and bright and with the addition of lamb broth added to the chicken broth, we’ve created a rich, elegant soup. Warm spices such as cumin, coriander, cinnamon and paprika infuse the broth making...
by Josie | Mar 1, 2023 | Uncategorized
February is finally ending. 28 days seemed like 100. Glad to be welcoming in March 2023!! As many of you know, we’ve taken some time off from the kitchen the last few weeks. There’s a lot going on in our family and we needed this time to focus and take some time to...
