A departure from traditional basil pesto, this arugula-basil pesto blends spicy arugula, sweet basil, and fresh mint to create a unique summer recipe. Pine nuts, slivered almonds, garlic, and capers round out the flavors in this easy, versatile sauce.
If you’ve ever grown arugula, you know that this spicy, flavorful green shoots up from the ground almost immediately. It’s no surprise that many people refer to it as rocket….
Soft and tender, these homemade hot dog buns are perfect for summer grilling. After trying a hot dog on a freshly baked bun, you’ll never go back to store bought.
I‘ve been anticipating summer ever since last fall. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not wishing away all the other seasons with their various traditions and weather patterns; I just feel happiest when the sun shines all day long and into the evening….
Crunchy and salty, with bursts of garlic, onion, sesame, and poppy seeds, this Everything Popcorn is the best thing since sliced everything bagels. Give your next batch of popcorn some serious flavor by stirring in homemade everything mix.
I sometimes wish I had kept track of the sheer quantity of popcorn I’ve popped over the years….
Light and crunchy, these grapefruit meringues have all the sweetness of a ruby red grapefruit without its bitter edge. They taste spectacular on their own or as crisp accompaniment to a bowl of ice cream or fresh berries and cream.
A friend once told me that the best time to plant fruit trees is 10 years ago. This simple wisdom has stuck with me ever since….
With cocoa powder for bittersweet chocolate flavor and juicy raspberries for tart sweetness, these Chocolate Raspberry Muffins are a perfect breakfast or snack food. Stir semi-sweet chocolate chips into the batter for extra richness.
If you believe chocolate is a food group all its own, you’re my kind of human being. If not, we can still be friends, but I probably won’t always understand you….
Salty prosciutto, crisp apple, and creamy, rich Cambozola blend in perfection atop chewy, slightly crunchy bread in these Apple & Cambozola Crostini.
Now that it’s finally stopped raining I’m ready for some serious entertaining. This California girl isn’t complaining, mind you. I hated the drought as much as anyone….
Sweet and tangy, this Margarita Tart includes fresh lime juice, tequila, and triple sec. A simple-to-prepare tortilla chip crust provides the perfect vessel for the smooth, creamy cocktail-inspired margarita filling.
While eating out few years ago, our server brought my daughter Eliza a margarita instead of the lemonade she ordered….
Tender, flavorful chicken in a richly spiced sauce makes this easy Chicken Tikka Masala a serious crowd pleaser. Serve with rice and naan to help you enjoy every last drop!
I‘ve been on a mission to create a simple, delicious Chicken Tikka Masala recipe ever since my daughter Tessa sampled this dish at Trader Joe’s….
