Grapefruit Rosemary Cocktail
Grapefruit Rosemary Cocktail So pretty, so refreshing! Yield: 1 cocktail 1.5 ounces vodka 1/2 cup pink grapefruit juice 1 ounce rosemary syrup Ice Fresh rosemary sprig and pink grapefruit slice to garnish Pour vodka, grapefruit juice and rosemary syrup into a shaker. Add a scoop of ice and shake vigorously until drink is icy. Strain […]
Grilled Brie with Fig Preserves
Meant to be enjoyed at room temperature, Brie is ideal to serve outdoors. Grilling it adds a smoky intensity you will love. 1 round brie cheese 1 to 2 T butter, melted Fig preserves, or your favorite jam Sliced or toasted baguette Preheat the grill to medium-high. Brush both sides of the brie with butter […]
Vodka Lemonade
1 c sugar 1 c water 3/4 c raspberries, pureed 1 c fresh lemon juice 1 1/2 c vodka 4-6 c cold water Combine sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat, swirling the pan occasionally until the sugar is dissolved. Let the simple syrup cool completely. Puree the raspberries in a blender. Combine […]
Fresh Fruit Tart
We chose peaches, blueberries and strawberries, but almost any fruit will work here — just pick what is freshest and feel free to mix it up. 2 (9 inch) refrigerated pie crusts 3 fresh peaches, peeled and sliced 1 1/2 c fresh blueberries 2 c fresh strawberries, sliced 4 T sugar, divided 4 T all-purpose […]
Spring Fling
Light and festive, this simple champagne cocktail will add a special touch to your spring brunch, lunch, or evening cocktails before dinner. 1 oz limoncello Champagne, chilled Lemon peel curls for garnish Place one curl of lemon peel in each champagne flute. When ready to serve, pour the limoncello into each flute, then fill glasses […]
Lemon Curd Sour Cream Cake
This cake is over-the-top. Dense, rich, lemony-delicious and gorgeous, it’s totally worth the effort and calories! Cake: 2 sticks plus 2 tablespoons butter, softened 2 tablespoons grated lemon rind 2 cups sugar 6 eggs 2 cups all purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup sour cream 1 10-ounce jar lemon curd […]
Couscous with Cherry Tomatoes
1 1/2 cups couscous 1 small shallot, finely chopped 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 cucumber, seeded and finely chopped 3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved 2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint Sea salt, freshly ground pepper Cook couscous according to package directions; drain. Rinse with […]
Herbed Salmon with Green Beans and Cherry Tomatoes
Variation: Asparagus would be an excellent substitute for the green beans in this recipe.4 salmon filets, deboned and with skin-on1 pound fresh green beans, whole3 to 4 cups heirloom cherry tomatoes2 shallots, sliced3 garlic cloves, mincedsalt and pepper, to taste4 to 5 tablespoons olive oil2 to 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegarherb mixture* Herb mixture:8 cloves of garlichandful parsley, […]
Rustic Tomato Soup
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 large yellow onions, finely chopped 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1⁄2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper 1 jar roasted red peppers, rough chopped or pulsed in food processor 5 cloves garlic, minced (about 1⁄3 cup) 4 – 28 ounce cans whole tomatoes, drained, pulsed in food processor […]
Lentil and Ham Soup
11⁄2 cup dried lentils 1 cup chopped celery 1 cup chopped carrots 1 cup chopped onion 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 cups diced cooked ham 1 teaspoon salt 1⁄2 teaspoon dried basil 1⁄2 teaspoon thyme 1⁄2 teaspoon dried oregano 1⁄2 teaspoon black pepper 32 ounces chicken broth 1 cup water 8 teaspoons tomato sauce In […]