Lunch
Posted on: November 27th, 2016
by Taryn Jeffries
If your family is anything like mine, there is always someone who cooks too much. I’m the gal that always way overshoots how much pasta we’ll actually eat. I mess up the portions of turkey, prime rib, and any other holiday feast dish. It ends up not being a terrible problem, as we always...
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Posted on: November 27th, 2016
by Taryn Jeffries
Top Chef Fabio Viviani has created this flavorful sandwich, perfect for re-purposing all those turkey leftovers that are sitting in your fridge. The freshness of the peas and the tartness of the red onion when matched with the slight saltiness of the pesto creates a delightful bite from start to finish. Turkey, Peas and...
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Posted on: April 5th, 2016
by Taryn Jeffries
Who doesn’t have a great memory of an ooey-gooey on the inside and golden brown and crispy grilled cheese sandwich made with love by their caretaker? I definitely have some of those memories and they come peaking to the surface every time I make some for my boys, and it lightens my heart to...
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Posted on: September 14th, 2014
by Taryn Jeffries
Chef Christopher Costantino of Costantino’s Kitchen, a gourmet line of locally made pasta sauces, knows that during the hot months here in the Valley it’s hard to think about creating a big hearty meal in the kitchen. When its sweltering outside we want something quick, light and refreshing. Since the summer seems to last...
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Posted on: January 6th, 2014
by Amy Martin
In anticipation of the opening of Union Barrelhouse (set to open this month), try this twist on a PB&J from the restaurant’s Executive Chef Brian Feirstein. His version includes Bosc pears (the ‘P’), triple cream brie (the ‘B’) and Bacon Jam (since you can’t have a PB&J without jam!). Hungry yet? Check out the P.B. &...
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Posted on: January 28th, 2013
by Amy Martin
The big game is only a few days away – have you planned your Super Bowl feast yet? If you’re choosing to head out for the game, check out our roundup of local restaurants offering game day specials for both eats and drinks. But, if you plan to stay in and entertain, we’ve got...
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Posted on: January 28th, 2013
by Amy Martin
Individual Vegetable Pizzas: Recipe courtesy of Chef Anthony Stewart of Pritkin Longevity Center and Spa. Ingredients: 1 red pepper, julienne 1 yellow pepper, julienne 1 zucchini, julienne 1 yellow squash, julienne 1 red onion, julienne 1 cup domestic mushrooms, sliced ½ cup garlic, chopped 1 teaspoon dry oregano ½ teaspoon black peppercorns, ground 4...
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Posted on: January 28th, 2013
by Amy Martin
George Duran’s Recipe for Crunchy Herbed Guacamole: Recipe courtesy of George Duran and IMUSA. Find their products at Target. Ingredients: 2 Ripened avocados, halved and pitted 3 Small red radishes, diced ¼ Cup finely chopped cilantro ¼ Cup snipped fresh chives Kosher salt or table salt, to taste Juice of ½ lime Bottled...
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Posted on: January 28th, 2013
by Amy Martin
Almond Cheese Log Recipe courtesy of Terrapin Ridge Farms. Find their products at AJ’s stores. Ingredients: 4 oz Fresh Chevre (Cold)- Dip 2 oz Almonds, crushed or chopped 2 Tbsp Terrapin Ridge Farms Blueberry Honey Mustard Dip Directions: Form goat cheese into a log and roll in almond pieces. Place on a serving plate...
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Posted on: January 17th, 2013
by Amy Martin
Is your family on a strict food budget and getting tired of the same wallet-friendly meals over and over again? Then one of the newest cookbooks published by Robert Rose Inc. might come in handy for you. 200 Best Canned Fish & Seafood Recipes, a new cookbook written by Susan Sampson released in October,...
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