Drunken Pear

Now I’m not one to typically pick up a pear and chomp, but when they are sliced in salads or better yet in a cocktail, I’m more than willing to participate in their consumption.  Pears have no cholesterol, sodium or saturated fat.  In...

Pasta Shells Filled w/Feta & Herbs

A timeless dish with an updated stuffing.  Fresh herbs and feta intensify the creamy ricotta cheese filling.  A side salad, a chunk of Italian bread and glass of red vino completes the plate.  So kick up your feet, “loosen your tie,”...

Red-Wine Pot Roast w/Porcini

Old-school style roast beast, I mean beef.  Not the tenderest of the beef cuts, but… constant basting will help keep the meat from drying out.  Another alternative is to braise the beef in a slow-cooker for 2 hours per pound.  Scoop a...

Potato Crisps w/Chive-Sour Cream Dip

This is by far the best idea of what to do with those pesky potato skins… (especially if you need the potato “meat” for preparing Potatoes w/Bacon & Onions.)  Not your average potato chip.

Parmesan & Pepper Sticks

Another winner from Mom… thanks Suzanne!  Crunchy, cheesy, salty and peppery.

Baked Flounder w/Mushrooms & Wine

Although I’m a fan of fried fish, this is a much healthier alternative and can be as equally crunchy when baked.  Not heavy in the slightest.  The flounder rests on a bed of mushrooms and green onions, which is then blanketed with a light...

PB Cheesecake Pretzel Bites

Beware of these little sandwiches.  You may find it difficult to not hoard the entire tray for yourself, and devour them in some tucked away little corner of the house.  It’s one of those items that is so simple to assemble that you’ll...

Zucchini Alfredo

Skip the carbs of Fettuccine Alfredo and switch out the pasta with zucchini.  A slightly healthier version of this all-time classic creamy dish.