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Eat Your Heart Out With My Spice-Braised Lamb Shanks with Apricots
Did you know, there's a reason why lamb is so popular on the menu during the winter months? Lamb is considered a "warming food." In the world of Traditional Chinese Medicine, it's been used to help fight the cold and improve circulation during the chilly months. I...
Crostini with Herbed Ricotta and Candied Kumquats
Crostini originated when poor Italian peasants used bread to eat their food off of instead of plates, because they didn't have any! It was often stale and had to be soaked in a liquid to make it edible. Today, you can find crostini around the world, served as small...
Kumquat Bellini
Kumquats are a seasonal fall and winter fruit but many of us never use them in cooking! What do you do with them anyway? I’ve developed these recipes that I know you’ll love. This grape-sized fruit is in the citrus family. They have a hint of sweetness. You can eat...
Manhattan with Spiced Brandied Cherries
On a cold winter night, what could be better than sitting by the fire drinking a Manhattan with spiced brandied cherries? My hubby and I love classic cocktails, but of course I put in a twist by making my own brandied cherries. You can of course go buy some, but I...
Watercress and Blood Orange Salad with Gorgonzola and Pine Nuts
Watercress and Blood Orange Salad with Gorgonzola and Pine Nuts 2 cloves garlic2 teaspoons Dijon2 teaspoons honey3 blood oranges2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar⅛ teaspoon kosher salt3 tablespoons olive oil4 oz. watercress6 tablespoons toasted pine nuts6-8 tablespoons...
Parmesan Polenta
Parmesan Polenta 3½ cups chicken or vegetable stock1 bay leafSaltFreshly ground black pepper1 cup polenta4 tablespoons unsalted butter½ cup grated ParmesanChives, finely chopped for garnish In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the stock with the bay...
Your Valentine’s Day Just Got Sweeter With My Date Night Recipe Trio
It’s that time of year! Valentine’s Day is one of my favorite holidays for many reasons. It's a time when we can make intimate dinners with champagne cocktails and decadent desserts. This Valentine’s Day, I’m feeling a little extra appreciative of the love in my life....
Blood Orange Mint Sorbet
Blood Orange Mint Sorbet Zest from 1 orange Zest from 1 lemon ¼ cup honey ¾ cup sugar 2 sprigs fresh mint 2 cups water Juice from 3 blood oranges Juice from 1 orange Juice from 1 lemon Place the orange and lemon zest, honey, sugar, mint, and water in a...
Strawberry Risotto
Strawberry Risotto 2 cups chicken stock2 unsalted butter½ yellow onion, finely chopped½ cup arborio rice½ cup Nicole Miller Rosé Wine½ cup mashed strawberries2 tablespoons heavy creamSaltFreshly ground white pepperFresh basil leaves Pour the stock into a pot...
Cappuccino Mousse
Cappuccino Mousse 1½ cups whipping cream4 large eggs, separated, at room temperature½ pound bittersweet chocolate, chopped4 teaspoons instant espresso powder⅛ teaspoon cream of tartar¼ cup sugar¾ teaspoon vanilla extractUnsweetened whipped cream, as optional...
Branzino Provençal in Parchment
Branzino Provençal in Parchment 6 Branzino filets (1/2 pound each), skin on, trimmed, and pin bones removed Or 3 whole fish about a pound each. Ask your fish monger to clean 6 sprigs fresh rosemary, sprigs removed and chopped 3 cups fresh fennel, sliced into thin...
Travel To Sicily With My Easy Blushing Pear and Espresso-Frangelico Granitas
I know what you're thinking, frozen desserts in the middle of winter?? YES! Having just finished up a detox at the Hippocrates Health Institute, I'm feeling pretty good, but after days of loading up on vegetables and wheatgrass, I've been craving a treat. This is...
Coconut Magic Bars
Coconut Magic Bars 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter1½ cups coarse graham cracker crumbs, preferably low-fat1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk, skim or low fat6 ounces (1 cup) semisweet chocolate chips1 3 ½-ounce can sweetened flaked coconut1 cup (4...
Chocolate Covered Almond-Orange Biscotti
Chocolate Covered Almond-Orange Biscotti 12 ounces (about 2¼ cups) whole, unblanched almondsSoftened butter, for the baking pan, unless using parchment paper1¾ cups sugar¼ cup minced orange zest (colored part of peel, removed with a zester and minced)3 cups...
Zucchini-Walnut Muffins with a Twist of Lemon
Zucchini-Walnut Muffins with a Twist of Lemon Solid vegetable shortening, for the baking pans2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt¾ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg3 large eggs, at room...
Thai Red Seafood Curry
Thai Red Seafood Curry 3 tablespoons olive oil½ small yellow onion, peeled and thinly sliced2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh lemongrass bulb6 garlic cloves, peeled and finely chopped4 teaspoons finely chopped fresh ginger1 serrano chili, stemmed and sliced...
Winter Salad of Grapefruit, Fennel, and Watercress
Winter Salad of Grapefruit, Fennel, and Watercress Ingredients for the Salad3 medium pink grapefruits (1 ½ pounds total)2 medium bunches watercress, tough 1 ½ inches of bottom stems trimmed1 medium fennel bulb, very thinly sliced1 small red onion, peeled, halved and...
Chai (Indian Spiced Tea)
Chai (Indian Spiced Tea) test Ingredients for Masala Chai Spice4 teaspoons freshly ground canela (a soft and fragrant type of cinnamon; canela chips are easiest to grind)4 teaspoons freshly ground cloves1 tablespoon freshly ground green (not white)...
Make My Black-Eyed Pea Salad For Good Luck In The New Year!
WHAT A YEAR! So much has happened in 2020. We've all gone through a roller coaster of emotions that no one could've predicted in our lifetime. I hope everyone was able to celebrate the holidays in some form this year. While 2020 has brought on so much fear and...
New Year’s Black-Eyed Pea Salad
New Year’s Black-Eyed Pea Salad 1 pound dried black-eyed peas, picked over, see Note6 tablespoons cold-pressed extra-virgin olive oil5 tablespoons white wine vinegar1½ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1¼ teaspoons Tabasco Pepper Sauce2 garlic cloves, peeled and...
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Maple Walnut Butter
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Maple-Walnut Butter ⅔ cup chopped toasted walnuts4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened3 tablespoons genuine maple syrupsaltFreshly ground black pepper2 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed2 tablespoons canola oil Position a rack in the...
Extra-Spicy Gingersnaps
Extra-Spicy Gingersnaps Solid vegetable shortening, for the cookie sheets, plus ¼ cup shortening2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder2 teaspoons ground ginger1 teaspoon ground cinnamon½ teaspoon dry mustard½ teaspoon ground white pepper½...
Chocolate Peppermint Martini
Chocolate Peppermint Martini 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted (you can do this in the microwave or use a double boiler)½ cup peppermint candy, crushed in a food processor or crushed in a Ziplock bag with a mallet4 oz. Peppermint Schnapps4 oz. Godiva Chocolate...
Indulge Yourself With My Deviled Eggs and Caviar, Two Ways
How many of you grew up eating deviled eggs? To me, deviled eggs are all kinds of nostalgic and they bring back memories of growing up in Texas. This one-bite appetizer is decadent, but barely takes up any time in the kitchen. What's not to like?! As you're planning...
2020 Holiday Gift Guide For The Food Lover In Your Life
What should you get for your favorite cooks, hosts, and foodies this holiday season?? Well, I just happen to be the perfect person to answer that question. While the holidays might look a little different this year, that doesn't mean you can't express how much you...
Thanksgiving Leftovers Get A Healthy Makeover With My Turkey Chopped Salad
This holiday season is flying by already! My husband Michael and I spent Thanksgiving in St. Barts like we always do, but that never stops me from drooling over all of the juicy turkey, cornbread stuffing, and creamy mashed potatoes on my Instagram feed! We had our...
Polenta-Crusted Deep Dish Cheese and Vegetable Tart
Polenta-Crusted Deep-Dish Cheese and Roasted Vegetable Tart 1 medium eggplant, about 1 pound, cut lengthwise into ¾-inch-thick slices2 large portobello mushroom caps, about ¾-pound total3 fresh plum tomatoes, halved lengthwise and seeded6 tablespoons olive...
Walnut Brownies U.S.A.
Walnut Brownies U.S.A. Solid vegetable shortening, for the pan 4 ounces unsweetened baking chocolate, chopped 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter 2 large eggs 1 cup granulated sugar 1 tablespoon packed dark-brown sugar 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract ⅛...
Three-Cheese Pasta Gratin with Mushrooms and Radicchio
Three-Cheese Pasta Gratin 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus butter for the baking dish 4 garlic cloves, peeled and finely chopped 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1 pound 3 large) portobello mushrooms, stem ends trimmed, cut into ½-inch chunks Salt 1...
Sunberry Jam
Sunberry Jam 1 (16-ounce) bag unsweetened frozen strawberries, with their juices, or 2 ½ pints hulled, chunked fresh strawberries1 (16-ounce) bag unsweetened frozen raspberries, with their juices, or 3 pints fresh raspberries, picked over1/4 cup sugar3...
Corn Bread, Mushroom and Toasted Pecan Stuffing
Corn Bread, Mushroom and Toasted Pecan Stuffing 6 tablespoons (3/4) stick unsalted butter, plus softened butter for the baking dish2 cups chopped yellow onion1 cup finely chopped celery1 cup finely chopped carrot3 garlic cloves, peeled and minced3 tablespoons...
Learn My Secrets To Making The Crispiest Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic and Bacon
WHAT A WEEK! It's truly been a whirlwind of emotions for all of us. I won’t get political here however I really thought the stress of the election would be over after the election. WRONG! These are crazy times and crazy times mean more cooking because cooking takes...
Balsamic-Glazed Brussels Sprouts & Pearl Onions with Bacon
Balsamic-Glazed Brussels Sprouts & Pearl Onions with Bacon 1 pound brussels sprouts1/4 cup balsamic vinegar6 ounces thick-cut, hickory-smoked bacon, medium dice (about 6-8 slices)8 ounces pearl onions, peeled2 tablespoons olive oil1 teaspoon saltPinch of freshly...
Harvest Nut Pie with a Touch of Bourbon and Chocolate
A whole harvest's worth of crunchy nuts is found in this rich treat, a flavor-boosted variation on old-fashioned pecan pie. A splash of good bourbon and a hint of chocolate make for a less-sweet pie, a change I find very welcome. 9-inch pie, 6-8 servings Harvest Nut...
These Wine-Poached Pears Are The Decadent Dessert You’ve Been Craving
Hi beautiful friends! We're in prime Fall produce season and pears are at the top of my list. In my opinion, there are few desserts as sexy as wine-poached pears. I mean, come on! I'll eat anything poached in wine. Once there's a chill in the air, I can't wait to get...
Cranberry-Pecan Tea Bread
Cranberry-Pecan Tea Bread Solid vegetable shortening, for the baking pans 4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon baking powder 1½ teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon baking soda 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, softened 2 cups sugar 4 teaspoons...
Very Lemony Pound Cake
Very Lemony Pound Cake Makes one 9-by-5-inch loaf Solid vegetable shortening, for the baking panFlour, for the baking pan2 ⅓ cups cake flour or all-purpose flour (not self-rising)2 teaspoons baking powder½ teaspoon salt½ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg3...
Caraway Sausage, Cabbage and Apple Skillet Supper
Caraway Sausage, Cabbage and Apple Skillet Supper 2 slices thick-cut preservative-free bacon, chopped 1 ½ pounds (about 6 links) fully cooked, smoked sausage, such as Aidells’ smoked-chicken-with-apple, see Note 2 medium McIntosh apples, cored, peeled,...
Chinese Chicken and Noodle Salad with Peanut Dressing
Chinese Chicken and Noodle Salad with Peanut Dressing Chinese Chicken and Noodle Salad2 large, whole boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 ½ pounds total)Salt4 cups broccoli florets3 cups angle-cut 2-inch pieces of asparagus9 ounces narrow fresh egg...
Turn Your Kitchen Into A French Bistro With My Herbed Lamb and White Bean Ragout
Winter is the perfect time to channel your inner Julia Child! Imagine your kitchen filled with the aromas of red wine, lamb, rosemary, and thyme slowly simmering away on the the stove top. If you really want to recreate your favorite French bistro meal in the comfort...
These Whiskey-Glazed Scotch Shortbreads Will Melt In Your Mouth
Hi friends! It's my favorite time of year! Not only is it my birthday, but the weather is perfect and I'm living my best life with my cider-mulled wine in hand! The leaves are changing, I'm roasting all of the acorn squash and maple-baked apples are always on my mind....
You Need This Cold Soup In Your Recipe Repertoire
It might be fall, but there's still plenty of time to serve a cold soup as your starter! Since I'm still living out in Watermill, surrounded by so many gorgeous farm stands, I can't help but crave healthy dishes that showcase all of the raw local produce. I'm...
Chicken, Corn, and Noodle Soup with Saffron
Chicken, Corn, and Noodle Soup with Saffron 8 1/2 cups chicken stock 2 pounds assorted chicken parts, including both halves of a split breast, a thigh, a wing, the neck and giblets (except the liver) 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 cups chopped yellow onion 1 1/2 cups...
Sweet and Sour Glazed Shallots
Sweet-and-Sour Glazed Shallots 1 pound medium shallots, peeled 3/4 cup tawny port 3/4 cup chicken stock 1 tablespoon packed golden-brown sugar 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme Freshly ground black pepper Pinch of...
Let’s Celebrate Fall & Rosh Hashanah With My Sweet Maple-Honey Baked Apples
Hi everyone! It’s time to get excited because apple season is officially here! Fall happens to be my favorite time of the year. Not only because it’s getting very close to my birthday, but because it’s an excuse to use apples in pretty much everything! You can't beat...
A Road Trip With A New Sense of Adventure
Hi everyone! There’s no denying that 2020 has been a roller coaster for all of us. This year has brought so many ups and downs, but one of the hardest parts for me was missing the birth of my granddaughter because of the pandemic. My son and daughter-in-law live in...
Chickpea, Brown and Wild Rice Salad with Moroccan-Spiced Dressing
Chickpea and Brown and Wild Rice Salad with Moroccan-Spiced Dressing 3 cups water1 tablespoon soy sauce, preferably tamari1 tablespoon unsulphured molasses1/2 cup wild rice, rinsed and drained1/2 cup brown rice, rinsed and drainedSalt1 teaspoon ground turmeric1...
Sizzling Thai Beef Salad
Sizzling Thai Beef Salad 1 small flank steak, about 1 ½ pounds1/3 cup fresh lime juice2 tablespoons plus 1/3 cup olive oil3 tablespoons nam plah (Thai fish sauce, see below)1 cup finely chopped cilantro2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh ginger3 garlic cloves, peeled...
Easy Stuffed Veal Chops
This quick and easy dish, one I have been making for workday suppers for years, is, with the right accompaniments, dressy enough for a dinner party as well. Fine choices would be Rosemary-Pancetta Potato Sauté (page 161) or Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes and...
Zuppa di Primavera
Zuppa di Primavera Zuppa di Primavera2 tablespoons olive oil2 medium leeks, white and pale green parts only, sliced into thin rounds, separated into rings, rinsed well and drained thoroughly2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into thin rounds2 garlic cloves, peeled...
Chris’s Turkey Salad Lettuce Cups
This terrific recipe, from Flavors’ chef Chris Siversen, includes instructions for cooking the turkey, but of course, if you have leftovers on hand (turkey or chicken), use them for even speedier results. Chris’s Turkey Salad Lettuce Cups 2 boneless, skinless turkey...
It’s Tomato Season And I Have The Perfect Bruschetta Recipe For You
Hi friends! Where did the summer go?? I can't believe It's mid-August already. Our garden is overflowing with tomatoes. My husband is really a tomato whisperer. He plants his seeds in March and then lovingly watches them sprout before he plants them in the ground in...
You’ll Love This Sweet Corn Dish For Your Summer Picnic Table
If you grew up in the south, chances are you know the beauty of a dish called Succotash. Growing up in Texas, my family loved making this fresh corn dish. Even though it's a staple in a lot of southern households, Succotash is really a Native American dish with sweet...
These Baja Beach Clams Will Be An Instant Hit On Your Dinner Table
One of the best parts about summer is digging into a big bowl of brothy clams! You all know how much I LOVE seafood, and during the summer I try to fit it into every meal that I can. In fact, my yearly Fishy Feast is a love letter to all things seafood. 🍤 🐟 Since...
You’ll Go Wild For This Semolina Bread Pudding with a Warm Berry Sauce
If you've ever wondered how to make a whole crowd smile with one dish, bread pudding is always a crowd-pleaser! Believe it or not, this is the first summer that I've actually been at my house in Watermill during July and I'm loving every minute of it. I'm usually...
This Herby Iced Borscht Is The Perfect Light Bite
Hi friends! As we're all starting to ease back into a little bit of normalcy, you know I have a one track mind. I can't wait to start hosting again and inviting my friends over for cocktails and hors d'oeuvres once it's safe to do so. I was going through my Flavors...
These Cherry Sundae Cupcake Kits Are Perfect For Quality Family Time In The Kitchen
I think it's so important during times like these, when we crave human connection, that we continue to keep some level of normalcy. Of course, all while staying informed and engaged with what's going on in our communities and our country as a whole. Not too long ago I...
YOU’LL WANT TO TRY THIS FABULOUS BEET SALAD with CANDIED PECANS and CRUMBLED GOAT CHEESE
Who doesn't love a salad chock full of candied nuts and goat cheese?? If you know me, you know I'm a sucker for beautiful food. This beet salad is nothing short of gorgeous and it was the perfect Mother's Day recipe for me this past year in quarantine. All of the...
My Website Has a Brand New Look! I’m So Proud!
I know we could all use a little bit of good news right now, so I wanted to share something very exciting with all of you! I finally launched my new website, PamelaMorganLifestyle.com. Not only did my website get a sleek new look, but my whole brand got a facelift!...
This Gorgeous, One-Pan Branzino Dish is Always A Showstopper
Quarantine won't stop me from singing! Even if it's from my kitchen. 🎤🎶My good friend Richard Skipper - a talented entertainer, raconteur, and theatre historian — has spent his recent years working on his own cabaret series, "Richard Skipper Celebrates." We were...
You’ll Want To Get Your Hands On This Delicious Chickpea and Farro Dish
Raise your hand if you hate doing dishes! I certainly do. Quarantine life has all of us cooking more than we usually would and it feels like the dishes are NEVER ENDING. This is why I love recipes that can be made in one pot. While I'm quarantining, I find myself...
THE FLIRTING WITH FLAVORS MANGO-RITA
Have you ever had a drink at a bar and desperately wished you could make it at home? I do all the time! The good news is that restaurant-quality drinks are not something you can't make at home. I've learned that most bartenders are fabulously helpful in telling you...
STRAWBERRY-WHITE PEACH CROSTATA
Who doesn't love pie? Especially in the summer, when fruit practically begs to be piled into flaky pastry and baked until bubbling with jammy goodness. But let's be honest. All that rolling, double-crusting, and edge crimping can be a pain. I'm no baker. Spare me the...
This Gluten-Free Lemon and Blueberry Bread Is The Best Comfort Snack
Hi friends - How is your social distancing going? Are you on lockdown? I hope you are! I’d really love to hear what’s occupying you in this unprecedented time. Are you feeling restless, bored, angry, fearful or pissed off? Or are you happy to have all of this time to...
It’s Time To Stay Safe, Keep Calm and Keep On Cooking!
Hi friends! While the world is full of chaos right now, the one thing that always calms me down in a crisis is cooking. I hope that my blog post this week can give your eyes a little break from the stress out there and comfort you and your stomach. Cooking is a safe...
CRUNCHY CHINESE CHICKEN SALAD
Cooking for my friends is one of my favorite things to do! There are a couple of staple dishes that I love to make for small events or casual parties. My Chinese chicken salad is up there as one of those repeat dishes that my friends always ask for. I have fun working...
THIS VIETNAMESE-INSPIRED NOODLE BOWL WILL BE YOUR NEW FAVORITE LUNCH
Hi friends! Lately I've been in the mood for all kinds of bold Vietnamese flavors. I was recently thinking about an hors d'oeuvre that I've made a dozen times with lemongrass chicken meatballs. I serve them in mini lettuce cups with a zesty carrot and cilantro sauce....
CELEBRATE CITRUS SEASON with these DREAMY MEYER LEMON and GINGER BARS
It's January folks! Are you on a fast or reset diet? Here's the cleanse that I did. Prolon is a five-day fasting mimicking program. Let me tell you, It was not easy, but the entire diet is in a box! There was no grocery shopping involved. This program is...
THE BEST is YET TO COME in 2020!
What a year!! This year was huge for me in a lot of ways. It was a year of reinvention! I challenged myself in ways that I didn't think were possible and it felt great. For starters, I put aside my fears and put all of my energy into my very first cabaret show at the...
PERFECT POMEGRANATE MARTINI FOR THE HOLIDAYS
You all know how much I LOVE to entertain, but this time of year is a little extra special. I shift into high gear and go all out with my gold decor and menu planning! For those of you looking to entertain for the holidays, I always recommend coming up with a...
POMEGRANATE MARTINI
This pomegranate martini is the best combination of tart and sweet. It'll fit right in with all of your festive decor this holiday season. 🍸🎄🌺 Pomegranate Martini 3 ounces vodka 1/2 cup pomegranate juice 1 ounce triple sec 1 lime, juiced 2 Fresh pomegranate seeds for...
MY TOP FIVE COOKBOOKS TO GIFT THIS HOLIDAY SEASON!
It's getting to be that time of year! For that person in your life who loves all things cooking and food, I have a list of cookbooks that'll get your friends and family excited this holiday season. I know it's pretty easy to find recipes online, but there's just...
HERE ARE MY TOP FIVE COOKBOOKS to GIFT THIS HOLIDAY SEASON!
It's getting to be that time of year! For that person in your life who loves all things cooking and food, I have a list of cookbooks that'll get your friends and family excited this holiday season. I know it's pretty easy to find recipes online, but there's just...
This Juicy, Indian-Spiced Turkey Is A Thanksgiving Must
I absolutely love Thanksgiving food, but sometimes you just need to change things up! This year, I decided to try an Indian-inspired menu with a spiced twist on some of my holiday favorites. When I found out that I would be cooking up this menu for a feature in New...
JUICY, INDIAN-SPICED TURKEY
For something different this year, this Indian-spiced turkey is crazy flavorful and juicy. The yogurt marinade helps to seal in the moisture. Say goodbye to your dry turkey days! This combination of spices will have your guests begging for the recipe. 🍗 Juicy,...
A CREAMY FALL RISOTTO THAT’LL WARM YOU RIGHT UP
Ah, risotto. It's one of my favorite comfort food dishes to make! I first learned how to make risotto from the one and only Lidia Bastianich at her east side flagship restaurant Felidia. Lidia taught me the importance of toasting the rice beforehand and how critical...
REDISCOVERING MY LOVE for ACORN SQUASH
Maple-Roasted Acorn Squash 1 acorn squash 1 tablespoon maple syrup 2 teaspoons cumin 2 teaspoons cinnamon 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Slice the acorn squash in half (top to bottom) and slice half moons...
MAPLE-ROASTED ACORN SQUASH
This squash is so sweet, tender, and snackable! Maple-Roasted Acorn Squash 1 acorn squash 1 tablespoon maple syrup 2 teaspoons cumin2 teaspoons cinnamon1 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper Preheat oven to 400 degrees.Slice the acorn squash in...
A SNEAK PEEK at MY SWEET NEW CABARET SHOW RECIPE
As some of you may already know, I have another cabaret show coming up on November 7th at the Laurie Beechman Theatre! This time around, it's going to be even better with new material and special guest artist Frederick Anderson, who happens to be a friend, fashion...
THIS YEAR’S WILD FISHY FEAST WAS ONE for THE BOOKS!
If you know me, you know how much I LOVE our end of the season Fishy Feast party! It really is the perfect way to say goodbye to summer and say hello to fall and all of the festivities that come with it. Every year, my husband Michael goes on a summer fishing trip...
Pear and Ginger Martini
A Delicious Seasonal CocktailGinger and pear—a quintessential fall flavor combo—make this drink sweet and slightly spicy. A touch of elderflower liqueur (St. Germaine) adds the perfect floral undertone. Feel free to add more or less simple syrup depending on how sweet...
SUMMER MIGHT BE COMING to AN END, BUT THE BEST IS YET TO COME!
Hi friends! As I'm soaking in these last few weeks of summer, I couldn't wait to announce some very exciting news! Fall is going to be a blast because I'm doing it again folks!!! Yup, my cabaret show is back again. If you missed my first two sold out performances, now...
EXPLORING PORTUGAL WITH ALL OF THE CULINARY ADVENTURES
As promised in my last post about San Sebastian, I'm back with more food adventures to tell! This time, we're diving into my time in Portugal. After we wined and dined ourselves in Spain, we decided to meet our good friends in Portugal, another country we hadn't yet...
PORTUGUESE CLAMS IN WHITE WINE SAUCE
This dish of Portuguese clams in a white wine sauce, or Amêijoas à Bulhão Pato, is one of the oldest and most popular recipes from Portugal. It's usually served simply, as a first course, with a piece of crusty bread for dipping. There's loads of garlic and white wine...
I’M BACK FROM SPAIN with MICHELIN-STARRED STORIES TO TELL
Hi friends! I know It's been a minute, but I'm finally back from a wonderful three week siesta to Spain and Lisbon. I couldn't wait any longer to tell you about the amazing food experiences we had over there. This post will concentrate on San Sebastian and then the...
THE BEST GUACAMOLE MADE 3 WAYS
As you all know by now I'm a Texas girl and I've been eating guacamole since I can remember. My mother grew up in El Paso, Texas and every time we went to visit her family we would drive across the Mexican border to Juarez to have a very authentic Mexican meal....
MANGO LIME POPSICLES
The next time tacos are on the dinner menu, break out these mango lime popsicles for dessert. You won’t regret it! Servings: 3 popsiclesPrep Time: 10 minTotal time: 10 minYield: 3 popsiclesIngredients 1 cup mango, diced (can be frozen) 2 tablespoons lime juice...
ZESTY BLUEBERRY PANNA COTTA
Get your hands on this Zesty Blueberry Panna Cotta with Coconut and Macadamia NutsTalk about a sexy dessert! Back when I first started Flavors Catering in the 90s, panna cotta was always a fan-favorite with all of my clients. Can you blame them? It’s creamy, decadent...
A GARBANZO BY ANY OTHER NAME…
Chickpea SnackHere is the easiest way to reach your fiber goal everyday. These simple chickpea snacks, they're better than goldfish – and healthier. You can make them for the kids, or to just keep around in the house for you to snack on. Takes 10 minutes, and cheaper...
HOW TO MAKE THE PERFECT BLOODY MARY
A Bloody Good SeasonIt’s Bloody Mary season for me. I don’t drink them in the summer. Do you? In the summer I want something more refreshing. But in the fall, when I’m brunching with my friends and family, I love nothing more than starting the meal off with this...
COOL OFF THIS SUMMER with THREE EASY HOMEMADE POPSICLE RECIPES
I don't know about you, but when it's hot and sticky outside, my mind goes straight to popsicles. If I'm craving something sweet and refreshing, but not too heavy, homemade fresh fruit ice pops are my go-to snack. With homemade popsicles, you never have to worry...
STRAWBERRY COCONUT MILK POPSICLES
These fruity treats are my personal version of strawberries and cream. Yum! Strawberry Coconut Milk Popsicles 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled 1 cup coconut milk (full fat) 1 tablespoon maple syrup Combine in a food processor or blender. Pour and evenly divide into...
MANGO LIME POPSICLES
The next time tacos are on the dinner menu, break out these mango lime popsicles for dessert. You won't regret it! Mango Lime Popsicles 1 cup mango, diced (can be frozen) 2 tablespoons lime juice 1/2 cup coconut water 2 tablespoons maple syrup Puree in food processor...
MINTY WATERMELON POPSICLES
If you love watermelon mojitos, you'll want to try these minty watermelon popsicles. Minty Watermelon Popsicles 2 cups watermelon, diced2 tablespoons lime juice1/2 cup coconut water2 tablespoons maple syrup In a blender, puree 2 cups diced watermelon pieces, mint...
SUMMERY CHARRED BROCCOLI SALAD with CHEDDAR, DATES and ALMONDS
The minute I get a new cookbook, I love to flip through the pages and pick out a couple of recipes that inspire me. I recently picked up a copy of Carla Lalli Music’s new book Where Cooking Begins (which is fabulous, by the way!) One of the first recipes that caught...
3 CROWD-PLEASING FUN and FRUITY DRINKS For MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND
I'm officially in summer mode! It's almost June and that means Memorial Day Weekend is upon us. You know how much I love a good cocktail when I'm grilling! Since I spend a lot of my time out in the Hamptons during the summer, I love making the most out of the local...
FLIRTING WITH FLAVORS WHITE WINE SANGRIA
Nothing says summer like white wine sangria! Over the years I've perfected this recipe. It's fruity, fresh and has just the right kick! Flirting With Flavors White Wine Sangria 1 bottle pinot grigio 2 shots orange liqueur 2 shots brandy 1 kiwi, peeled and...
BRIGHT AND CRISPY CHICKEN MILANESE
Chicken Milanese has all of those elements that you look for in a warm weather dish, with a crispy, juicy cutlet and a tangy and fresh salad resting right on top. It's my go-to dish after a trip to the farmers market! Bright and Crispy Chicken Milanese 4 handfuls of...
MY CABARET DEBUT WAS a DREAM COME TRUE!
One Singular Sensation Was A Huge Hit! It finally happened, people! Last week I did something that truly terrified me and it was the best decision I’ve ever made. For the past eight months, I’ve been rehearsing and training at what I call “cabaret university.” I...
MARK NADLER’S CHICKEN POT PIE with a LEMON-TARRAGON BISCUIT CRUST
Secrets to a Truly Southern-Style Biscuit This recipe is all about the buttery biscuit top! It is definitely a special occasion kind of dish as it's got many steps to it. For the best quality biscuit, you may want to consider purchasing some White Lily flour, which is...