ARTICLES For Spring
SPINACH AND GOAT CHEESE QUICHE MINIS
WITH 6 COMMENTS
Mini crustless quiches are the perfect finger food that can be served for breakfast, lunch, dinner and in between. Because there is no crust they are quick to prepare and gluten free.
RAMOS GIN FIZZ
WITH NO COMMENTS
Ramos Gin Fizz is a classic old-school hand-shaken cocktail, that takes a little effort to find the ingredients, but the effort is well worth it. Or you can cheat and use a blender.
POTATO QUICHE MINIS
WITH 3 COMMENTS
These tasty little nuggets of flavor and protein were inspired by little mini quiches served at Alta Coffee in Newport Beach. I add a little Spanish paprika for a little smokiness. Bet you can't each just one!
LEMON MERINGUE PIE
WITH NO COMMENTS
Lemon meringue pie is puckery old-fashioned treat that requires a bit of technique. Here is a recipe and a list of tips for making a great lemon meringue pie.
ROAST LEG OF LAMB AND POTATOES
WITH 2 COMMENTS
Roast leg of lamb, studded with garlic is an easy Easter recipe. Potatoes are roasted alongside the lamb for a great start on your holiday meal.
MINT SAUCE
WITH 2 COMMENTS
Traditional homemade mint sauce is simple to make and a delicious accompaniment to lamb.
ASPARAGUS RISOTTO
WITH 3 COMMENTS
Asparagus is the vegetable I most closely associate with spring. Roasting the asparagus in this risotto creates a mellow, comforting dish.
CAPRESE SALAD WITH BASIL-SPINACH PESTO
WITH ONE COMMENT
Caprese salad is one of my go-to recipes when I have no time or inclination to cook. It is fresh, quick and delicious. The secret is to use the best quality ingredients you can find.
THAI-STYLE MEATBALLS IN LETTUCE CUPS
WITH 2 COMMENTS
These easy gluten-free meatballs are packaged in lettuce cups with a Thai-inspired sauce, mangos, cilantro and mint. They can be served as an appetizer, a main course, or reconfigured as a salad.
OTTOLENGHI TURKEY AND ZUCCHINI MEATBALLS
WITH 21 COMMENTS
Ottolenghi's turkey and zucchini meatballs have so much going for them. They are delicious, quick and easy, nutritious, gluten-free, economical, and suitable for breakfast, lunch and dinner and in-between. You gotta love these meatballs!