Category: Dinner

Duckfat-Poached Haddock with Dill Pickle Vinaigrette, Sauerkraut, and Warm Kale Salad

It’s Monday night, so you’re going to have to bear with my subpar iPhone/Instagram photos, but this was a really tasty meal that was surprisingly easy to pull together. From start to finish, including cleaning the kitchen after, it only took an hour. Poaching fish in fat is really great

Beet Sauerkraut Grilled Cheese with Garden Veggies

I can’t tell you how satisfying it is to go out in the backyard, pick a few things, and voila – a meal. This is so tasty and easy once you have the sauerkraut on hand, and super fresh if you have good access to local summer produce! I just

How to Roast Chicken – and “Practical Paleo” Winner Announcement

Happy 100th to Julia Child! I’ve been on a bit of a Julia kick lately, or at least she’s coming back into my radar, likely because of her 100th and smart marketing. I haven’t really been trying to perfect any one recipe lately, but instead have just been trying a

Grilled Swordfish with Wild Blueberry Chutney, and Other Meals for Visitors

This post should have something for everyone, from vegans to paleo followers, and everyone in between. (Swordfish, lobster, veggie burgers, banana boat s’mores with homemade marshmallows!) I can’t get over how incredible this summer has been. This past week, friends from a semester in Costa Rica flew up to visit,

“Practical Paleo” Book Review and Giveaway Contest!

I am so excited to be reviewing Diane Sanfilippo’s new book, Practical Paleo! Diane, who is a Certified Nutritional Consultant, has compiled a really impressive 400+ page book, outlining the health reasons of why a Paleo diet and lifestyle may benefit you. As a disclaimer, I don’t consider myself “Paleo”,

Gluten-Free Southern Fried Chicken

I’m not sure how logical this was, but I’m heading back to Charleston, SC on vacation for a few days, and decided cooking fried chicken would help me get ready for the South. Now I’m a little fried food out, pre-trip, but it was definitely worth it. This chicken, while

Garlic-Scape Stuffed Burger with Tsaziki Sauce

I’m on a bit of a home-cooked burger kick right now. I love me a good burger, and buy my meat in bulk from a farm store that has great deals on bulk chicken and grass-fed beef. So, here’s another Sunday night burger, perfect for summer. This is a super

Father’s Day Grass-Fed Burgers with Green Garlic Aioli

Happy Father’s Day Dad! Thank you for all you’ve done for me, and for instilling your love of food in me. Not sure if I’d be doing this without you! If you continue to help taste test, I’ll continue to experiment. We had a fairly low-key Father’s Day, since we

Roasted Duck with Carrot & Potato Mash, Chives, Ramps, and Fiddleheads

Nothing like an edible bouquet for Mother’s Day! So the day started out with green juice – and ended with molasses & maple glazed roasted duck, carrot and potato mash with chive blossom duckfat and buttermilk, and sauteed ramps and fiddleheads. From one end of the spectrum to the other.

Duck Confit Ravioli with Swiss Chard and Mushroom Butter Sauce

I’m going to make this post short and sweet, because the point is a quick & easy dinner utilizing local, in-season ingredients, so you can utilize your precious time. The best part is, most of the work is already done for you in the form of Valicenti Organico pasta! This

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