Charred Lettuce with Roasted Grapes
Sweet roasted grapes, smoky romaine, creamy Roquefort, and crunchy seed clusters make…
Yogurt Pickle Dip
This creamy pickle dip with dill, yogurt, and brine is tangy, fresh,…
Sesame Salmon Bites with Pickled Citrus
If you’re looking for a savory, bite-sized appetizer, look no further! These…
Baked Brie with Saffron Honey & Lemon Cured Fennel
Grape leaves, honey, and saffron bring a Middle Eastern vibe to this…
Spicy Short Rib Sliders
Slow-braised short ribs with spicy aioli and bright ginger relish make sliders…
Smoked Trout Blinis
Want to try an authentic blini recipe? These adorable little buckwheat pancakes…
Cambozola & Pear Cupcake Puffs
Bake a tray of these Cambozola Cupcake Puffs for your next game…
Shrimp Crudo Lettuce Boats
Fresh, bright, and elegant shrimp crudo served in crisp baby gem lettuce…
Caprese & Focaccia Skewers
Juicy tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, and focaccia on skewers—served with lemon-thyme dressing…
Sweet Cherry & Nectarine Crostini
Fruit-forward and oh-so-flavorful, this cherry and nectarine crostini recipe is a sweet…
Flaming Tequila Shrimp with Fresh Guacamole
Topped with creamy handmade guacamole, these flaming tequila shrimp are the ultimate…
Roast Beef Sliders with Horseradish Sauce
These easy roast beef and horseradish bites are perfect for summer parties!…
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This Season in Recipes
Every month I highlight new recipes, plus some of my favorites from my archive of over 450 recipes. These recipes are perfect for this transitional time of year, with warm days and cool nights.
Apple Cider Chicken
An easy weeknight one-pan meal served with apples and butternut squash.
Charred Lettuce with Roasted Grapes
Sweet roasted grapes, smoky romaine, creamy Roquefort, and crunchy seed clusters make…
Smooth & Dirty Vodka Martini
Love a dirty martini but not a fan of gin? This unique…
Corn Risotto with Herbed Oil
Creamy sweet corn risotto, finished with Parmesan cheese, homemade herb oil, and…
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Roasted Tomato Pesto Pappardelle
This authentic Sicilian tomato pesto (Pasta alla Trapanese) combines sweet tomatoes, almonds,…
Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon
My brown sugar glazed salmon is the perfect recipe to serve to…
Pickled Vegetables
Learn how to quick-pickle vegetables with basic brine, a simple and efficient…
Classic French Silk Pie
This classic French silk pie recipe with rich chocolate mousse filling and…
From My Family & Friends
These are some of my most cherished recipes that have been gifted to me.
Mom’s Italian Sunday Gravy
This Italian Sunday gravy is slow-simmered with rich meats and tomatoes—a comforting…
Grandma Papaleo’s Lemon Knots
These traditional Italian lemon cookies are a favorite in my house. It’s…
Luigi’s Antipasto Tortellini Pasta Salad
From fresh herbs to salty olives and juicy tomatoes, this colorful salad…
Randy’s Famous Margaritas
Three types of orange liqueur make for the perfect combination of sweet,…