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Coconut Shrimp with Spicy Citrus Sauce

July 25, 2020

Coconut Shrimp with Spicy Citrus Sauce

Coconut Shrimp with Spicy Citrus Sauce Serves 4 as a main course or 8 as an appetizer   What you’ll need: 2 pounds jumbo shrimp, (16-20 per pound) peeled, de-veined and butterflied 1 cup all-purpose flour ½ cup cornstarch 2 teaspoons paprika 1 teaspoon salt 2 eggs at room temperature, […]

Tzatzeki Cucumber Dip

July 1, 2019

Tzatzeki Cucumber Dip

  The word tzatzeki has origins in Turkey and Armenia and is the Greek name for this delicious dip. Actually, Tzatzeki can be either an appetizer, side dish or cold soup. Variations of tzatzeki are served in Turkey, Armenia, The Balkans, Cyprus, The Middle East and even Poland! What You’ll […]

Dee’s Thai Chicken Wings

November 26, 2017

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 […]

Scallop, Shrimp and Crab Salad w/Creamy Tarragon Dressing

September 27, 2017

Scallop, Shrimp and Crab Salad w/Creamy Tarragon Dressing

Scallop, Shrimp and Crab Salad w/Creamy Tarragon Dressing The delicate sweetness of seared scallops  and tarragon balances with the tang of horseradish. Either tuck inside an avocado as a salad or top crispy cucumber rounds for a mouthwatering appetizer. Dee-Lightful! What you’ll need: 12 large “dry” scallops* 1/2 cup cooked […]

Mussels in Wine & Broth with Garlic, Fennel & Herbs

July 29, 2017

Mussels in Wine & Broth with Garlic, Fennel & Herbs

Mussels in Wine & Broth with Garlic, Fennel and Herbs Serves 4 as a main course   What you’ll need: 4 pounds fresh live mussels 4 large shallots, chopped 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh fennel bulb 8 large cloves garlic, chopped 2 cups good quality dry white wine, such as Pinot […]

Fresh Grilled Figs with Mascarpone, Pistachios and Honey

July 8, 2016

Fresh Grilled Figs with Mascarpone, Pistachios and Honey

Enjoy fresh and succulent figs when they are in season — truly the food of the gods! When they are grilled, they become exotically luscious!  Share this unique flavor experience at your next summer party. Serve with an array of cheeses, olives, nuts and a crisp white wine. Fresh Grilled […]

Dee’s Ceviche

August 30, 2015

Dee’s Ceviche  Serves 12 Simple and fantastic!! This ceviche recipe is quite user friendly! You can use any shellfish you like. I prefer the combination I have listed in the recipe, but experiment with the blend of fish and citrus flavors, to suit your personal taste. The Serrano chilies can […]

Prosciutto, Fennel and Olive Crostini

May 24, 2015

Delightful Summer Appetizer! Try this easy but elegant appetizer to impress your friends and your own palate! Crostini with Prosciutto, Fennel, Olives and Almonds   What you’ll need: ½ cup whole raw almonds 1 large fennel head, fronds reserved for garnish 5 Tablespoons olive oil 1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice […]

Cranberry Pesto Crostini with Chevre’

December 22, 2014

Cranberry Pesto Crostini with Chevre’ Makes about 24 appetizers This takes only about 20 minutes to prepare!   What you’ll need: ½ cup Chevre’ (French for goat cheese) at room temperature, 4 oz. ¼ cup cream cheese at room temperature, 4 oz. (You can use Neufchatel) ¾ teaspoon coarse kosher […]

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Chef DeeI am a chef, registered nurse, and health coach and live in a glorious agricultural valley in Ventura, California. I create most of my own recipes using organic and sustainable foods whenever possible and have shared many of them in my Gourmet Goddess cooking parties. Preparing and serving healthful, delicious, and beautiful food is my passion! I look forward to having you join us. Enjoy the recipes! - Chef Dee

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