Recipes
Find all of Chef Nancy’s recipes right here! From Appetizers and Entrees to Soups and Sweet Treats, we’ve got you covered! Enjoy!
From Global Inspiration to Weeknight Simplicity
Friday Four – Roasted Red Pepper Risotto – 012221
Roasted Red Pepper Risotto 2 oz Unsalted Butter2 TB Olive Oil1 Yellow Onion1 Garlic Clove, grated1 ½ Cups Arborio Rice1 ½ Cups Dry White Wine5 Cups Veg Stock 4 - 6 oz Shredded Parmesan Reggiano Sea Salt and Freshly Ground Pepper2 TB Butter OR Mascarpone Cheese2...
Spicy Tuesday – Pumpkin Granola Bars – Pumpkin Pie Spice
In anticipation of Thursday’s National Granola Bar Day – we’re offering up an easy recipe that everyone can make and enjoy! Often, granola bars are filled with sugar and other things that we just don’t want to eat. This one uses maple syrup and just a bit of brown...
Hot and Spicy Cornbread
In my kitchen, we love hot and spicy food - so each year when the holiday rolls around, I find a way to celebrate. What holiday you ask? Of course its International Hot and Spicy Food Day held on the 16th of January. Here's this year's winner from our hot and spicy...
Friday Four – Mushroom and Balsamic Onions Grilled Cheese – 011521
Mushroom and Balsamic Onions Grilled Cheese BALSAMIC ONIONS1 TB Extra Virgin Olive Oil2 Vidalia Onions, slicedSea Salt and Freshly Ground Pepper3 TB Balsamic Vinegar SAUTEED MUSHROOMS2 TB Unsalted Butter1 TB Extra Virgin Olive Oil16 OZ Baby Bella MushroomsA Generous...
Spicy Tuesday – Sopa Verde, Portuguese Kale and White Bean Soup – Cumin
Seems like we’ve only learned about Kale in the past few years in the United States, but our friends in Europe have been using it in many delicious ways, including soup. Sopa Verde or green soup is a staple in many Portuguese households and it’s not surprising – its...
Friday Four – London Style Shepards Pie – 010821
London Style Shepard's Pie 16 - 24 OZ Sliced Mushrooms, tossed with olive oil, salt, pepper and curry powder or garam masala and roasted in a 400F oven for about 20 minutes or until brownedExtra Virgin Olive Oil SpraySea Salt and Freshly Ground Pepper3 LBs Your Choice...
Spicy Tuesday – Red Pepper and Walnut Dip – 010521
Happy New Year to you and yours! In the New Year, you may be looking for some new and yummy snack ideas – and we have an idea for you. This can be popped in the fridge for 3-4 days, if it lasts that long. This dip, enjoyed all over the Middle East, is named...
Friday Four – Mmmmm Coconut Almond Muffins – 010121
Coconut Almond Muffins 1 Cup NATURAL Almond Butter 2 Medium Bananas (The riper, the better)2 Large Eggs1 Tsp Vanilla½ Tsp Baking Soda1 Tsp Apple Cider VinegarTopping: Unsweetened Coconut Chips or Flakes Step One Preheat oven to 400 F. Mix the nut butter and bananas...
Spicy Tuesday – Clementine and Serrano Skewers with Honey Lime Dressing – Cardamom
Sometimes the simplest ideas create the best flavors. What could be better than juicy, sweet citrus fruit wrapped in a strip of basil with salty Serrano ham, all drizzled with a little dressing? We can find Serrano in the local Costco and Whole Foods, but this...
Spicy Tuesday – Easy Crab Stuffed Mushrooms and MORE – Thyme
Holidays mean appetizers! This easy recipe can be stuffed into almost anything! Since the crabmeat is already cooked – it works perfectly to stuff it into stuffing it into cherry tomatoes. or stuff baby potatoes or sweet peppers with the mixture. Thyme is a powerhouse...
Spicy Tuesday – Smoked Trout Rice Crisps – Dill
Even though it’s going to be a smaller and more intimate holiday celebration this year – you’ll probably want to share some light appetizers before the big meal. Because it’s fast, pretty, inexpensive and better-for-you this is one to share over and over again. Fresh...
Friday Four – Apple and Toasted Pecan Cake with Sea Salt Caramel Sauce – 121820
No. 1 : Quick RecipeApple and Toasted Pecan Cake with Sea Salt Caramel Sauce 1 ¼ Cups Raw Sugar2/3 Cup Neutral Oil, like Avocado or Grapeseed1/3 Cup Applesauce2 Large Eggs2 Large Egg Whites2 Tsp Vanilla Extract½ Cup Whole Wheat Flour1 ½ Cups All Purpose Flour1 ¼ Tsp...
Friday Four – Festive Seafood Gumbo – 121120
No. 1 : Quick Recipe Seafood Gumbo 1 Cup Whole Wheat Flour 1 TB Olive Oil 2 TB Smoked Paprika 2 Cups Chopped Onion 1 Cup Chopped Red Pepper 1/2 Cup Chopped Celery 4 Garlic Cloves, Grated 1 (15 oz) Can Diced Fire-Roasted Tomatoes 1 TB (Purchased) Cajun Seasoning 24...
What is an Aioli – and How to Make One
Aioli means “garlic and oil” in ancient Catalan/Provencal languages – and that’s the two primary ingredients in this lovely, rich sauce. It’s served up in Mediterranean Spain, Southern France - Provence and Southern Italy – Calabria and Sicily. I often see it with as...
Spicy Tuesday – Dried Cranberry and Orange Salad with Goat Cheese and Pecans – Thyme
During the winter, many people choose to eat casseroles, soups, and hot cocoa. But this salad we are highlighting will convince you to get your greens in year round. With yummy winter ingredients like orange slices, pomegranate molasses, cranberries, and pecans,...
