The Mediterranean Lifestyle – The Basics
Have you dreamed of escaping to the Mediterranean? Visions of olive oil, tomatoes, wine, blue skies, olive groves, vineyards, history, culture, and of course, food?
Quick Weeknight Dinner – Vegetarian or Not!
This quick, easy weeknight pasta is a rich, meatless meal with all the umami flavor you could want. Or add in the bacon for an extra treat!
Smoky Pasta with Caramelized Cauliflower
Ingredients (* indicates my preferred ingredients – see notes for alternatives) 4-5 tablespoons O&V Smoky Garlic oil * 4 cups cauliflower florets, cut into small bite size pieces 4-6
Spanish Style Fish
This light Spanish inspired entrée is as delicious as it is healthy! The fresh tomato and olive salsa pairs perfectly with the roasted fish for scrumptious flavor and a simple yet elegant presentation.
Roasted Halibut with Olive & Tomato Salsa
Ingredients (* indicates my preferred ingredients – see notes for alternatives) 2 halibut fillets, each 8 oz and at least 1 inch thick (or cod) Sprinkle of kosher
Perfect Cozy Cocktail!
Classic cocktail with a seasonal twist. Make a big batch for a party or family get-together, makes entertaining so easy!
Bubbly Bourbon Maple Cocktail
Ingredients (* indicates my preferred ingredients – see notes for alternatives) Spiced Syrup ½ cup water ½ cup Runamok Sugar Makers Cut Maple Syrup * 8-10 cardamom pods 1 star anise
Easiest Appetizer – Sophisticated AND Delicious!
Simple, elegant and packed with sumptuous truffle flavor in every bite! The secret ingredient is Truffle honey – a perfect balance of sweetness and earthiness that adds a luxurious taste to the simplest appetizer!
Whipped Ricotta Crostini with Truffle Honey
Ingredients (* indicates my preferred ingredients – see notes for alternatives) 6-8 slices O&V Bruschetta Toast or home-made crostini (see Chef Note) * ¾ cup whole milk ricotta
Christmas Dessert from Down Under!
Crisp on the edges and marshmallow soft in the center, this pavlova is a decadent combination of expresso, dulce de leche, chocolate sauce and toffee bits – OH MY!