This is my take on tuna noodle casserole. Fresh lemon crumb topping and lemony-peppery pappardelle pasta makes for a delicious transformation from ho-hum to fabulous! Serves 4 hungry people Lemony Tuna Noodle Casserole What you’ll need: Eight oz. package of lemon pepper pappardelle pasta (Found at Trader Joe’s) 1 small […]
Panzanela
Dee’s Panzanela Italian Tomato and Bread Salad for 6 With summer tomatoes about to arrive, try this Italian comfort salad that is an easy-to-make show stopper! What You’ll Need: 6 large very ripe tomatoes (2 to 3 pounds) 12 ounces Ciabatta bread or Pan Rustique (firm country-style white bread), […]
Zucchini Parmesan Soup with Poblano and Crème Fraiche
Zucchini Parmesan Soup with Poblano and Crème Fraiche What you’ll need: ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil 1 large leek, white and tender green parts only, thinly sliced 1 large Poblano chili, cored, seeded and thinly sliced 5 medium zucchini (2 ½ pounds), cut into 1-inch rounds 2 large […]
Grilled Cabbage Wedges w/Lime Cilantro Vinaigrette
Something wonderful happens to cabbage when it is grilled or roasted—the flavor transforms from “cabbage-y” to sweet, mellow and nutty. The tangy and slightly spicy dressing pulls it all together. This has become one of my favorite salads. Great for lunch with some crusty bread or as a beginning or […]
Raspberry Lemon Strata with Maple Syrup
This is as delicious as it is beautiful – much easier than it looks! Raspberry Lemon Strata with Maple Syrup Serves 8 to 10 This dish must set in the refrigerator overnight. It will give you a deliciously lightly sweet, creamy strata with just a hint of lemon. I use French […]
Roasted Carrot Ginger Soup w/ Roasted Veggies and Home Made Croutons
Serves 4 You won’t believe the flavor of this awesome soup. Everything comes together as an explosion in your palate!I made several changes to deepen and enhance the flavors of this recipe originally from a cooking magazine, but cannot take credit for the originality of this delicious and healthful soup!
Okinawan Sweet Potato Salad w/ Creamy Coconut Dressing
Okinawan sweet potatoes have buff skin and a deep purple flesh. They are earthy, delicately sweet and can be prepared in a variety of ways. Okinawa Sweet Potato Salad With Creamy Coconut Dressing Serves 6 This dish can be made Vegan by substituting the yogurt with Veganaise. Truly […]
Grilled Sweet Potato and Pomegranate Salad
This is quite a unique side to serve any time! Healthful and delicious! Grilled Sweet Potato and Pomegranate Salad with Pistachios and Mint A Middle Eastern-inspired Salad Serves 6 as a side What you’ll need: 4 Medium sweet potatoes, scrubbed ½ cup extra virgin olive oil 2/3 cup fresh orange […]
Dee’s Thai Chicken Wings
This dish will never fail to impress and satisfy. Serve at a party as an appetizer or at home as a meal with special fried rice and watch them disappear! Dee’s Thai Chicken Wings This dish will become a favorite of friends and family. From start to finish, this dish […]
