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Lemony Pearl Couscous with Shaved Brussels Sprouts

January 5, 2023 No Comments

Does anyone else feel like they’re crawling out of the holiday season? Don’t get me wrong, I made merry with the best of them but I have to say, I missed my routine. Maybe it’s a sign of my rapidly advancing age but I do like my routine. My daily obligations help me feel balanced even when I’m not. And part of that balance comes from the food I eat. Now, don’t worry, I’m not going to say the D-word or spout a trite “New year, new you” mantra. I’m obviously not cutting carbs but I’m also not eating like every meal is my last. All the chocolate, roasts, and nibbles were fun but I’m more than ready to eat like a normal human again. And this Lemony Pearl Couscous is my first step in that direction.

Holiday, Pasta, Vegetarian

Gnocchi Stuffed Squash with Spinach Artichoke Cream

December 1, 2022 No Comments

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It’s December and you know what that means, the holidays are upon us. Now, depending on who you are, that could be a very good thing or a kind of crappy thing. And if you’re like me, it can be either or depending on the day. I am currently wrapping up my holiday shopping, so I’m a little lukewarm on the subject. But even my post-Black-Friday sour mood can’t spoil the joy I get from planning festive menus. Cocktail parties, cookie boxes, and lavish feasts – I love dreaming them all up. Today I’m bringing you a holiday-ready main – this Gnocchi Stuffed Squash with Spinach Artichoke Cream. A vegetarian offering that I think is grand enough to hold its own next to a standing roast and decadent enough to make omnivores jealous. So let’s talk about it!

Beef, Overthinking Classics, Pasta

Spaghetti and Meatballs – Overthinking Classics

November 5, 2022 4 Comments

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I’m back with another installment of my Overthinking Classics series. And today, I’m tackling what many North Americans consider to be the most iconic pasta dish of all time – Spaghetti and Meatballs. This dish has graced countless menus, found its way into the weekly rotation of numerous households, and even had a star-making turn in a Disney classic. Now, it’s always dangerous to meddle with a beloved classic such as this. And don’t worry, I believe that your Nonna’s is way better and I would love to try it. But this is how I like my Spaghetti and Meatballs. And if you have yet to swear allegiance to any particular rendition, this might be the spaghetti and meatballs for you. So let’s dive in!

Pasta, Vegetarian

Caramelized Fennel Linguine

October 21, 2022 No Comments

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Today’s Caramelized Fennel Linguine is a tidy little recipe. Minimal ingredients, minimal prep, and a dead simple method. But just because this recipe is short on flourishes doesn’t mean it isn’t toe-curlingly delicious. This pasta dish features caramelized wedges of fennel dressed with a kiss of sherry, a whole lot of butter, and a healthy sprinkling of shredded Grana Padano cheese. Served in a tangle of al dente linguine and finished with toasted breadcrumbs, fennel fronds, and a dollop of creme fraiche, this dish delivers balanced perfection with minimal fuss.