Baked Zucchini Fries
We’re here, finally, in Austin and it’s about darn time. The last few days have been a blur of maps, pavement, excitement and exhaustion during …
Saucy Baked BBQ Chicken
Starting today, my husband and I are on the road to our new home in Austin, Texas, and we couldn’t be more excited, nervous and …
Tandoori Chicken with Basmati Rice
My first experience with Indian food in 2005 was not a good one. It was at a restaurant and I can remember it vividly: As …
Strawberry and Mixed Green Salad with Poppy Seed Vinaigrette
Not too long ago, salad was nothing but a leafy green necessity that I had to force down a few times per week, whether I …
Baked Buffalo Wings
I made these wings knowing that the ever-popular “buffalo” flavor wasn’t usually something I was a big fan of. So, when I put this plate …
Mom’s Curried Butternut Squash Soup
Come fall and winter, there’s nothing better than a big bowl of hot soup. After just one spoonful, you instantly feel warmed to the bone and …
Grilled New England Seafood Bake
If there’s one thing I will miss about California when my husband and I move, it’s the avocados. But, since we moved here from Boston three …
Layered Ratatouille
One of the things I love most about Southern California summers is the abundance of fresh fruits and vegetables available. From grocery stores to farmer’s …
Chicken Marsala
My first experience years ago with chicken marsala was not positive. I don’t remember it well, but maybe I was in the “tastes change” phase …
Summer Stir Fry
Hello, everyone! I hope you had a wonderful weekend, however you may have spent it. We had a great weekend noshing on steak, guzzling beer-itas …