Chicken Caprese (using leftover chicken)

Chicken Caprese (using leftover chicken)

It's high tomato and basil season here (I know, insert a groan from those suffering in 16F weather) and with a massive pile of leftover turkey from Christmas dinner, it's Turkey Caprese for dinner tonight. The dish is dead simple and I can't think of a better way to...

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Perfect Prime Rib Recipe with Red Wine Jus

Perfect Prime Rib Recipe with Red Wine Jus

This really is the perfect Prime Rib recipe, made for Christmas and special occasions! So simple, yet oh so delicious. A hot sear and then slow and low is the key to absolutely perfect prime rib.     Why This Perfect Prime Rib Is So Good! Tender, juicy...

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Asparagus with Fried Egg and Parmesan Cheese

Asparagus with Fried Egg and Parmesan Cheese

This is an impressive dish that really only takes 10 minutes of your precious time to put together. But - there are 3 things you have to get right in this recipe to earn the title of "impressive". Okay, well... there are only 3 ingredients: Perfectly crisp-tender...

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Middle Eastern Stuffed Zucchini

Middle Eastern Stuffed Zucchini

There are a gazillion things to do with zucchini, but making stuffed zucchini boats are has got to be the most fun way to eat, and that's by unanimous vote from all members of the family. This recipe, ripped out from Family Circle magazine, has been tacked on my...

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Broccoli Pancakes

Broccoli Pancakes

Sub grated broccoli stem for the zucchini and you've got some tasty Broccoli Pancakes - recipe on Discovery Health.

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Green Eggs and Ham Sushi

Green Eggs and Ham Sushi

Hey guys 'n gals - it's Green Eggs and Ham 50th Anniversary this year and to celebrate, rock stars Melissa d'Arabian, Michael Symon, Mitzi Dulan and I created some fun recipes using...you guessed it...green eggs and ham. Together, we're on the consumer advisory...

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Butter Poached Lobster with Fresh Tomatoes

Butter Poached Lobster with Fresh Tomatoes

This Butter Poached Lobster is slow-poached in a creamy, buttery sauce. Throw in the freshest tomatoes you can find, some fresh herbs. Quick, delicious and a touch decadent!   Why This Butter Poached Lobster Is So Good A fool proof lobster recipe. Buttery creamy...

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Gluten Free Multigrain Waffles

Gluten Free Multigrain Waffles

Gluten Free Multigrain Waffles recipe by my good friends, Shauna & James Ahern of Gluten Free Girl. This is a recipe from her brand new book, Gluten Free Girl & The Chef. Recipe is on my Discovery Health column!

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Baked Buttered Spaghetti Squash with Garlic

Baked Buttered Spaghetti Squash with Garlic

This Buttered Spaghetti Squash is a dish that effortlessly combines the mild flavor of spaghetti squash with the rich aromas of roasted garlic and parmesan. This easy spaghetti squash recipe is perfect for those trying pasta alternatives for the first time. Not only...

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Creamy Cauliflower Soup with Bacon and Gorgonzola

Creamy Cauliflower Soup with Bacon and Gorgonzola

Garnish is generally the afterthought for the home cook, a sprinkle of herbs to add a splash of color to the dish, a swirl of sauce for a dramatic, decorative flair or a dribble of brandy in French Onion Soup just before serving. Oh well, I take that last one back --...

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Teriyaki Mushroom Sauce with Grilled Salmon

Teriyaki Mushroom Sauce with Grilled Salmon

The people who sell you ready-made teriyaki sauce are ripping you off! Not only is it expensive, but the taste of the bottled stuff is flat, chemically and too-sweet. The secret is, teriyaki sauce is really only 3 ingredients. Sure, you can get all fancy and put more,...

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Indian Dal Nirvana

Indian Dal Nirvana

I subscribe to multiple cooking magazines, their glossy photos serve as my "look book" for dinner ideas. But my favorite section actually has no photos, the "dear editor" letters from readers revisiting a favorite food memory and pleading to weasel the recipe from the...

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Taiwanese Pork Noodles

Taiwanese Pork Noodles

Traditional Taiwanese Lo Ba which Lo ba literally means stewed meat in Taiwanese. "Lo" = stew "ba" = meat, is one of those comfort foods that will have your house smelling delicious all day. The star anise and cinnamon give this dish its authentic Taiwanese flavor....

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10-Minute Shrimp and Mushroom Thai Curry

10-Minute Shrimp and Mushroom Thai Curry

When all else fails, there's always curry to fall back on. Despite all the beautiful food you see on this blog, I do have my share of kitchen disasters (that blob of charcoal was supposed to be fried chicken). Thai curry is my "break in case of emergency" meal - as I...

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Korean Beef Rice Bowl

Korean Beef Rice Bowl

Last week was "Sneak zucchini on  your neighbor's porch day" - and lo and behold, I got a few on my doorstep. Except none of my neighbors have gardens. It's a complete mystery, and I appreciate the thoughtful gesture. I guess if anyone could find a use for...

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Mushroom and Spinach Omelet

Mushroom and Spinach Omelet

A simple vegetarian omelet that's savory, cheesy and healthy. The original recipe came from a health spa in Mexico, Rancho La Puerta. I've used Japanese Brown Beech Mushrooms (learn more about different types of Japanese mushrooms here) but use any type of fresh...

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Salmon Burger Recipes + video on how to form patties

Salmon Burger Recipes + video on how to form patties

I love me a good salmon burger! Or crab cake or lobster cake. Or....okay, okay, I LOVE SEAFOOD! But one of the hardest things about making seafood burgers (or patties) is keeping the darn thing together while its on the grill or cooking in the pan. There's nothing...

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