Eggplant Rollatini a la Dee Delightful rolls of eggplant filled with scrumptious sweet lemon-scented ricotta! What you’ll need: For the rollatini: 2 large eggplant Ricotta filling (see below) Olive Oil Salt and freshly ground pepper Tomato sauce of your liking, either homemade or good quality store bought Mozzarella cheese, sliced […]
Main Dishes
Fruit Stuffed Tenderloin of Pork
This recipe can either be done on your outdoor grill using the indirect cooking method, or in your oven. It is an instant hit and something you will be proud to serve! Dee’s Fruit Stuffed Tenderloin of Pork with Fig Balsamic Glaze What you’ll need: 4 or 5 pound pork […]
Dee’s Herbed Cannellini and Turkey Chili
A Weight Watcher Friendly Recipe This dish calls for fresh herbs, which can be found in most grocery stores. If it is just impossible to get the fresh herbs listed, try using dried, but SPARINGLY. The intensity of dried herbs can be overwhelming, so tread softly. I have never […]
Dee’s Peperonata
In this recipe, I have brought back the flavors of my childhood; sweet peppers grown in the garden beside succulent tomatoes, basil and fresh garlic. Serve over your favorite pasta or use as a base for chicken caciatore. Dee’s Peperonata What You’ll Need: 12 assorted bell (sweet) peppers, seeded and […]
Stuffed Zucchini Scampi
I have the luxury of a home garden and one thing that grows abundantly is zucchini! Here is something to do with those zucchini that grow very large – stuff them. Stuffed Zucchini Scampi What you’ll need: 1 pound of seasoned bulk sausage of your liking….turkey or pork (If you […]
Lobster on the Barbie!
Lobster made on your grill is a mouthwatering treat! This is a simple and delicious way to enjoy a healthful gift from the sea. Dee’s Grilled Lobster Tails What you’ll need: 6 lobster tails, cleaned Olive oil Steps: Prepare your gas grill for direct grilling, medium-high heat. If you are […]
Greek Rice and Spinach Salad with Garlic Crisps
Dee’s Rice and Spinach Greek Salad Serves 6 What you’ll need: 4 cups cooked and cold basmati or your favorite rice You can use white, brown, or combine the two 3 green onions, sliced diagonally about ¼ inch, including tops 1/3 cup softened sun dried tomatoes, julienne ¾ to 1 […]
Branzino in Parchment with Fennel, Citrus and Olives
Healthy Meal, Italian Style! Branzino is a Mediterannean seabass with delicate white flesh. It is best when grilled or roasted, as we have done in this recipe. It is very easy to fillet at the table after cooking and is more flavorful when cooked whole. When baked sealed in parchment with […]
