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Chicken Cutlets and Brussels Sprout-Chive Sauce with Al Dente Chia Fettuccini

Peggy — Thu, 17 May 2012 14:39:08 +0000

I used no ordinary pasta to soak up the sauces of Chicken Cutlets with Brussels Sprout-Chive Sauce. I made this recipe with Al Dente’s latest creation; Bona Chia Spinach Fettuccini. According to the Al Dente pasta web site, “…chia (is) a rediscovered ancient grain and superfood. -twice the protein of any other seed or grain; -five … Full recipe post »

Roasted Poblano and Sweet Potato Enchiladas with Black Beans and Sweet Fruit Salsa

Peggy — Wed, 16 May 2012 00:55:08 +0000

Tortillas may be one of the first items us “north of the border” folks think of when referring to Mexican food. The word means “little cake” and that’s what they are: a flat unleavened round of corn or wheat flour. Tortillas rival pasta in terms of popularity in America. Perhaps, like noodles, it’s because of their versatility; … Full recipe post »

Fresh Asparagus Soup with Herb Croutons

Peggy — Mon, 14 May 2012 15:17:34 +0000

When local asparagus are filling tables and bins at the Farmers Market, here’s one of my favorite spring soups to make: an abstract painting in a bowl. If you’ve time, make a homemade stock with the lower ends of the asparagus and the leek or scallion greens. Simply chop them up, combine with chopped carrot, … Full recipe post »

Double Chocolate Chip Pancakes with Strawberry Syrup

Peggy — Tue, 08 May 2012 12:43:08 +0000

Mother’s Day is this Sunday, and what mom wouldn’t be thrilled to have Double-Chocolate Chip Pancakes oozing with Strawberry Syrup served to her. Decadent? You bet. Healthy? You can check off that category, too. For this is, indeed, a super-food recipe for super-moms; the ingredient list is chocked full of such nutrient rich, power-house fare, mom … Full recipe post »

Baked Salmon with Toasted Walnuts and Mixed Green Salad

Peggy — Sun, 06 May 2012 08:35:17 +0000

Here’s another healthy and easy to prepare recipe. The vinaigrette works overtime serving as a marinade for the salmon and a dressing for the greens. I choose the heady flavor of Fustini Walnut Oil, available in Kerrytown shops, and combined it with my favorite mustard for making vinaigrettes: Maille course or smooth Dijon. A bit … Full recipe post »

Tempura Asparagus Spears with Wasabi Dipping Sauce

Peggy — Wed, 02 May 2012 12:33:13 +0000

It’s asparagus season; when Michigan’s brave warriors thrust their helmeted heads through the dirt, hoping a late frost doesn’t blindside them. So my ammunition’s at-the-ready – a battery of recipes that will maximize the bounty through the middle of June. I can blanch, then wrap them in proscuitto; stuff them into an omelet; make a … Full recipe post »