Potatoes with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Rosemary
Consider yourself warned: I have to make extra because I keep “taste-testing” during preparation! In a large nonstick saute pan, cook the oil to a sizzle over medium-high heat. Add the potatoes and cook for 2 minutes without stirring to brown on
Chilled Cantaloupe Soup
Coat the bottom of a nonstick skillet with oil and heat to a sizzle over medium heat.Reduce heat to medium-low, add the prosciutto slices, and cook for 2-3 minutes. Turn the prosciutto slices while cooking until they dry out and
Wedge Salad
Add the bacon and the olive oil to a nonstick skillet and cook over medium heat until the bacon starts to sizzle. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for 3-4 minutes until the bacon pieces are nicely browned and
Sautéed Green Beans with Garlic and Lemon
Pour the oil in a sauce pan and cook over high heat, add the red pepper flakes and cook until the oil starts to sizzle. Add the parboiled green beans and stir well cooking for two minutes then add the chopped
Braised Artichokes and Peppers
Pour the oil into a large saucepan set on medium heat, add the red pepper flakes and cook for one minute. Add the garlic and cook for about one more minute stirring well. Now add the onion and parsley, reduce the heat
Marinated Fruit Salad
Place all the fruit in a large bowl. Add the lemon juice, sugar and vodka and stir until the sugar is dissolved. Marinate in the refrigerator for two hours. Serve chilled in fruit cups or over ice cream. Chef's Tip: In a pinch, canned
Maureen's Farro Salad
Cook the farro for 30 minutes or as instructed. Drain the farro after it is cooked and add the diced bell pepper, chopped Kalamata olives, parsley, salt, pepper, onion powder and stir well to incorporate all the flavors. Add the lemon juice,
Tomato, Mozzarella and Onion Salad
In a mixing Bowl add the tomatoes and mozzarella pieces and mix together. Next add the oregano, sugar, onion powder, fresh basil and chopped onion. Pour the olive oil into the mixture and stir together. Add the salt, pepper and balsamic vinegar
Watermelon Salad with Tomato and Bacon
Add all the salad ingredients into a large mixing bowl except for the bacon and mix well to incorporate all the flavors. Serve the salad in individual pasta bowls and top with the cooked bacon.
The "Dreaming Man” Salad
Preheat the oven to 275 degreesPour the oil in a sauté pan and cook over medium heat until hot then add the pancetta. Cook until it starts to brown, about three to four minutes.Using a slotted spoon remove the pancetta