Quinoa Frittata

Leftover quinoa makes a quick and easy frittata. Originally, I prepared the quinoa by simmering it in vegetable broth with sauteed onions and sun-dried tomatoes for approximately 5 minutes. Then, I covered the pan, removed it from the heat and allowed the quinoa to steam and absorb any remaining moisture.

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Frittata di Ricotta

Frittata di Ricotta

1 red pepper, diced 1 green pepper, diced 1 onion, finely diced 4 cloves garlic, finely diced olive oil, as needed 1 lb spicy Italian sausage, sliced 24 oz whole milk ricotta 6-8 large eggs 1/4 cup Parmigiano Reggiano, finely grated 1 sprig basil, julienned […]

Biscuits — Better than Drop

These are better than drop biscuits. Why? The finished biscuits are round and attractive… much prettier than the misshapen lumps that are known as drop biscuits.

Biscuits

2 1/2 cups AP flour 1 Tablespoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 2 Tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon fine […]

Sloppy Joe

Trying to eat a sloppy joe in sandwich form is an exercise in futility. So, why not just pour some over home made biscuits and go at it with a knife and fork?

Sloppy Joe serves at least 6

3 lbs ground beef 1 large […]

Nero di Seppia

Usually, I avoid any recipe included in product packaging. But, when that product is imported, I’m drawn to read every bit of the label. Once again, that inclination was rewarded with this fabulous recipe for Nero di Seppia. The meal and preparation take on an added charm when that translation […]

Farro Casareccia with Tomatoes & Pesto

For me, it’s particularly important to cook alternative grain pastas to a proper al dente. Alternative grains tend to have an unpleasant texture when overcooked.

Farro Casareccia with Tomatoes & Pesto

1 package farro casareccia, cooked al dente

4 Tablespoons hot […]

Mr Stripey

Mr Stripey doesn’t like the heat. Last year we had over 20 huge tomatoes. This year? We’ve seen about 10 tomatoes on the same number of plants. And, several of those 10 weren’t pretty.

So, it would be a crime not to showcase the handful of gorgeous tomatoes […]

Chicken Salad with Cilantro

Chicken Salad with Cilantro serves 4

1 large bunch cilantro, well-washed 1 large red pepper, diced 3 skinless chicken breasts, grilled & diced 1-2 handfuls dried cranberries

baby salad greens, well-washed

Dressing: 1 large Tablespoon mayo 1 large Tablespoon sour cream juice of half a lemon black […]