Penne with Squash Blossoms, Asparagus, and Sausage in a Light Parmesan Cream...
As spring transitions to summer, a lot of fun, promising produce is available with the best of spring and the best of summer both still available to work with. This dish tends a bit more towards...
View ArticleFancy Schmancy Frank and Beans
I’m not sure what the weather has been like by you, but this winter has been so ridiculously mild. I’m someone who loves winter for the cold and the snow. Being able to go for a run in my shorts and to...
View ArticleBlackberry Glazed Doughnuts
For the better part of my life, I had never really considered how simple and straightforward it would be to make doughnuts at home. Until making paczkis, I had come to accept that the likes of Dunkin...
View ArticleLemon and Herb Grilled Whole Rockfish
As the weather warms with hints of summer’s imminent arrival, you might find yourself itching for a reason to enjoy more of your meals outside. I’ve certainly found myself drawn to the grill more and...
View ArticleSpring Pea Risotto with Garlic Scapes and Pancetta
When I want to enjoy the produce of spring-time, whether its beets or asparagus, I’ve found I follow something of a trend: I make risotto. So with the arrival of fresh English peas and garlic scapes,...
View ArticleStrawberry Jam
Long-time followers of this blog know, my love of strawberries is no secret. So when strawberry season rolls around here in North Carolina, I over-indulge big time (I even finally dug up 40 sq ft for a...
View ArticlePear and Avocado Salad with Blue Cheese and Lemon Ginger Vinaigrette
Growing up, I didn’t eat salads. I avoided them like the plague and only after years of my stalwart resistance did I finally cave and make the concession that I would eat other family member’s...
View ArticleA Pretentious Beach Picnic in a Jar
Summer-time is vacation time. I recently enjoyed a short trip to the beautiful beaches in the state I now call home, so I will return to our regularly scheduled programming shortly. Before heading out...
View ArticleEggplant Parmigiana…deconstructed
For a good while now, I have been a rude host: I have neglected to introduce you, my dear readers, to the hostess of Mike’s Table. My partner in crime and someone who is as happy to be in the kitchen...
View ArticleHoney Granola with Cranberries and Figs
I was never one to eat just yogurt. Yogurt itself just seemed weird to me. Don’t get me wrong–I was happy to cook with it or churn up a batch of frozen yogurt, but just eat it straight? Well, Stephanie...
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