Are you familiar with Rick Rodgers? He has authored over 40 cookbooks of his own and regularly works behind the scenes on celebrity cookbooks with Theresa Guidice, Patti LaBelle, Lilly Pulitzer and others. His latest release, The Big Book of Sides, has been published just in time for the holidays. Whether you are serving turkey, […]
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Pasta with Artichoke Hearts and Grape Tomatoes
Artichoke & Tomatoe Pasta Mmmm… artichoke hearts! I love the taste of fresh, steamed artichoke hearts, but they are not exactly the easiest vegetable to deal with, so I don’t make them as often as my family would like. I was thrilled to discover the new ready to eat non-GMO Steamed Artichoke Hearts from Melissa’s. […]
Cooking Techniques & Recipes with Olive Oil at Melissa’s Produce
Cookbook launches at Melissa’s Produce are always fun and delicious. This one was also especially informative thanks to Mary Platis and Laura Bashar, the authors of Cooking Techniques and Recipes with Olive Oil. George Menzelos from Arianna Trading Company was also on hand to share his knowledge. Before the event, I thought I knew enough of […]
Plum Blueberry Breakfast Smoothie
Smoothies are a wonderful way to pack whole food nutrition into a quick and easy tasty beverage. Some smoothies are light and refreshing, this one satisfies me as a meal. It only takes a few minutes to prepare and gives me energy, fiber and vitamins to fuel my morning. My family and I prefer our […]
Ginger Lemongrass Slushie
Ahh… when the weather is warm, a cool and refreshing drink made with ginger and lemongrass hits the spot! It’s fragrant, flavorful and the ginger gives it an energizing kick to help me through an afternoon slump. Ginger Lemongrass Slushie Ingredients: 1 Dozen Ice Cubes 1 Stalk Lemongrass, chopped 2T Ginger, chopped 2T Honey (I […]