I love the vibrant colors that spring brings and although spring has not yet sprung this red pepper pesto will definitely be a pop of color to the dreariness of winter. I am always looking for new ways to make pesto because it is such a versatile sauce and can add bold flavors in very…
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Pork Belly Ramen
It took me seven years from leaving Japan to truly appreciate the delicacy and intricacy of ramen. I have tried many different iterations of ramen, some fish based, some meat based and yes…even veggie based and I believe I have found my favorite combination. I love chicken based ramen with any type of unctuous meat,…
French Onion Soup with Gnocchi
Today the temperature has dipped down to a balmy 15 degrees. We have the water dripping in the faucets so that the pipes won’t burst and I have my heated blanket on high…it is still definitely winter! When the weather is so cold outside that I cannot even think about leaving the house, I know…
Fettuccine with Champagne and Lobster Cream Sauce
Sometimes you just want something super fancy and extra decadent…Champagne and lobster will help you achieve that!! I don’t normally cook like this, I try and keep things simple and easy to make, but every once and a while I want to try something that is challenging. For me, lobster is both a challenge…
Linguine with clams and chorizo
In the summertime in New England there is an abundance of seafood and in my opinion the best time to eat clams. They are sweeter, easier to find and incredibly satisfying to eat. When I went into the grocery store trying to figure out what to make for dinner, the clams were the only thing…
Lobster Mac N Cheese
Living in New England there are a few things that you get to benefit from while being subjected to the grueling winter. I get to experience actual fall foliage, I get to go apple picking and I have access to amazing seafood. I don’t always indulge in making such a decadent meal, but sometimes Mac…
Linguine with Scallops and Brown Butter
Julia Childs had it right when she said, “Find something you’re passionate about and keep tremendously interested in it.” I am tremendously interested in butter and I love to cook with it! It can be a very versatile ingredient by adding depth of flavor, richness and a nutty flavor if it is browned and not…
Ziti with Sausage and Butternut Squash
Ever since the weather started to change and the temperature started to drop I have been thinking about the first fall inspired dish I wanted to make. Add into the mix that I have been really curious about how to cook with Sage and you have my first fall inspired dish. I decided to make…
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