Mustard-Seared Hamburgers
‘Tis the season for grilling! What better way to kick off my yearly BBQ marathon than with a good, old-fashioned hamburger? I used a…
Main Dish
Zucchini, feta and mint tart
I know I’m getting old because my favorite moment of the week is no longer Friday night, it’s Tuesday morning. Instead of planning my…
Asparagus and Radish Tarts
When I went to the market this week, I was overwhelmed by the signs of spring offered by every vendor: fresh peas, strawberries, friar’s…
Black-Eyed Peas with Chard and Cilantro Sauce
This bowl of warm, hearty black-eyed peas topped with a flavorful cilantro sauce, is my new favorite winter dish. I have to thank our…
Macaroni and Cheese
Real, creamy, cheesy, irresistible macaroni and cheese: there is just nothing like it! I would have liked to take a better photo for you…
Turkey Leg Roulade with Herbs and Cranberries
Turkey Leg Roulade with Herbs and Cranberries 1/2 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped 1/4 cup fresh rosemary, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped…
Leek Tart with Feta and Dill
My love for savory tarts is no secret. You can find me whipping one up in any season and any occasion. I love them…
Crispy Tuna and Potato Patties
Tuna patties are one of my favorite emergency dinner staples. The kids love them, they are super easy to make and endlessly versatile. Serve…
Italo Burger
Presenting the Italo burger: an iconic American sandwich filled with some of the best ingredients Italy has to offer, celebrating both of my culinary…
Southern Fried Chicken
Fried chicken, the king of Southern Soul Food, is so good it should probably be illegal. Crispy on the outside, juicy and flavorful on…
Turkey Meatballs with Feta and Mint
I’ve never made turkey meatballs before because every one I’ve ever tasted has been bland, dry and utterly disappointing. Why waste my time on…
Shakshuka
Shakshuka is a popular northern-African and Middle Eastern dish of eggs cooked in a spicy tomato sauce. As with all great traditional dishes, there are…
Yogurt-Curry Marinated Chicken Thighs
This has been a long and happy summer of grilling. Despite passing most of the month of August in a picturesque beachside village on the…
Eggplant and Feta Phyllo Packets
I really like the idea of gardening, but the sad truth is, I have a very hard time keeping green things alive. My mother has always…
Seared Salmon with Soba and Zucchini
This is a quick, cool, light and delicious summertime dish inspired by a recent trip to Kathay International (my favorite ethnic foods store). I…