Thank you Electrolux for sponsoring my post about secret kitchen timesavers! Now that you know the basics, visit http://www.Facebook.com/Electrolux and click on the I [Heart] Induction tab, to learn why Chef Johnny Iuzzini “hearts” induction and check out all the benefits of induction cooking. This past year has been memorable. I never thought I’d be spending so much time in the kitchen. And, while I admit what happened to me is unbelievable (the slow transformation from a kitchen-clueless to … [Read more...]
Secret Recipe Club: Fish Tacos w/Tomato Cucumber Salsa
June 25, 2012 By 22 Comments
I’m so excited that it’s time to reveal my Secret Recipe Club June assignment. I love participating with this diverse group of food bloggers. Not only has it introduced me to some very interesting people but, it has definitely widened the aperture of my food lens. This month I was assigned to the blog Cooking Whims. As I perused the site, I smiled and felt a connection with Megan when I read her claim on her About Me page: “I wouldn't call myself a chef. I'm no Julia Child.” Ironically, I have almost the exact verbiage on my page. The … [Read more...]
Blueberry Cucumber Feta Salad
June 22, 2012 By 2 Comments
Yesterday I came home to a package from the US Highbush Blueberry Council. It was bursting with cartons of blueberries! I was thrilled. It’s high season for freshly-picked blueberries which runs from mid-June to mid-August. The selection I received was perfect: firm, plump dry berries with smooth skins and a silvery sheen. And, I did exactly what I was told, I refrigerated the blueberries as soon as I got them and knew that I had to think of as many ways to use them within 10 days! That's a lot of fresh … [Read more...]
Lemon Squares
June 20, 2012 By 3 Comments
If you’re craving a summertime dessert that’s light, sweet and tangy, Mom’s Lemon Squares recipe will satisfy your desire. Headed to a picnic and don't know what to bring? Lemon squares will compliment any lunchtime spread. Not to mention, their bright yellow center with powdered sugar topping makes you want to celebrate the sunny summer days! These treats are so easy to whip up. Trust me, you don’t need any culinary skills, nor do you need to waste a lot of time in the kitchen. Just mix the flour, powder sugar and butter and bake and … [Read more...]
