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Sheet-Pan Portobello Parmigiana – (Gluten Free)

Sheet-Pan Portobello Parmigiana – (Gluten Free)

I LOVE sheet-pan recipes because they really simplify the cooking and clean-up processes. Sheet Pan Portobello Parmigiana – (Gluten Free) fits that bill and then some. Store bought marinara sauce and pre-shredded mozzarella totally lighten the load on this very tasty and filling vegetarian recipe. 

Poached Cod in Tomato Curry

Poached Cod in Tomato Curry

Poached Cod in Tomato Curry is a silky smooth curry that is SO simple to make and is loaded with fantastic global flavors. It’s ready in 30 minutes and is just as delicious the next day… if you’re lucky enough to have any leftovers!

Pecan Basil Pesto with Pasta (GF)

Pecan Basil Pesto with Pasta (GF)

During the summer when basil is abundant (and potentially taking over your garden!), is the perfect time to make pesto.  The traditional pesto most of us are familiar with uses pine nuts but in this recipe toasted pecans are the secret ingredient. Pecan Basil Pesto with Pasta (GF) is a “nutty” twist on pesto. It’s a subtle yet delightful variation of a very popular classic.

Classic Caprese Salad

Classic Caprese Salad

This Classic Caprese Salad recipe is so easy that a formal recipe really isn’t required! The key to a great Caprese Salad (as with most Italian recipes) is to use the best and freshest ingredients possible – ripe heirloom tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, and fresh Mozzarella. Summertime is the perfect time for Classic Caprese Salad because it’s when tomatoes are in-season, abundant, sweet, and gorgeous. 

Asparagus and Radishes with Fresh Herbs

Asparagus and Radishes with Fresh Herbs

Everything about this recipe screams SPRING. Asparagus and Radishes with Fresh Herbs is refreshing, easy-to-make, and bursting with flavor. It’s a great dish to wake up your senses and spring into, well, you know, spring!

Asian-Glazed Shrimp and Calamari with Wilted Basil

Asian-Glazed Shrimp and Calamari with Wilted Basil

Shrimp and Calamari Basil Stir Fry is a recipe that has big yet subtle flavors happening simultaneously. It’s sweet and spicy (but not too spicy!) with the perfect amount of umami-ness from the fish sauce to bring it all home. This is such a simple recipe to prepare. And best of all, once it hits the pan, it’s ready to serve in less than 10 minutes!

Eggplant with Honey, Crispy Garlic and Ricotta

Eggplant with Honey, Crispy Garlic and Ricotta

Crunchy, creamy, sweet and smoky…Eggplant with Honey, Crispy Garlic and Ricotta brings a variety of colors, tastes and textures together. It perfectly embodies the phrase “the whole is greater than the sum of its parts.” So, even if you’re not the biggest eggplant fan, this spectacular recipe is definitely worth a go.

Grilled Zucchini & Squash with Cheese Crumbles, Pine Nuts and Truffle Honey

Grilled Zucchini & Squash with Cheese Crumbles, Pine Nuts and Truffle Honey

There’s a lot of flexibility with this recipe. You can use just zucchini or squash or a combo like I did. I used blue cheese in this rendition but feta or goat would be delicious too. The nutty crunch from the pine nuts is terrific but feel free to experiment with chopped hazelnuts or macadamias. But whatever you do, splurge on the truffle honey drizzle. It knocks this dish right out of the park. Trust me!

Sautéed Shrimp Cocktail

Sautéed Shrimp Cocktail

There are three reason this shrimp cocktail is always such a big hit -1) the dipping sauce is sooo good and a refreshing change from the standard ketchup-based cocktail sauce, 2) it is served warm or at room temp, and 3) the shrimp are sauteed (vs steamed or boiled) and coated in herbs de Provence. They are a great appetizer for any holiday or party and I guarantee you people will ask you for the recipe!