Ingredient: black pepper

Cod w/ Balsamic Cherry Tomatoes

I love my hearty meals.  In the Winter months, I find myself craving stews and roasts and starches–oh my. But I have to keep reminding...

Winter Tomato Bruschetta

Summertime evokes many images.  Sun.  Vacation.  Cookouts.  And fantastic Summer produce.  Tomatoes are my favorite, as their versatility makes them easy to use in just...

‘Shrooms for a Crowd, Dude

OK, so that title may imply something you won’t actually find here. I’m not talking about ‘shrooms for “recreation” or for “medicinal treatment”.  I’m talking...

Fava Santorini (Fava Bean Spread)

The blue water.  The white houses.  The cool, Mediterranean breezes.  Ah…Greece is paradise, and not just for the beautiful sites. The food will easily sweep...

Lamb Chops with Farro & Arugula

Confession:  In this day and age of tech-accessible everything, I still love cooking magazines (I’ve spoken previously of this addiction).  Sure, I regularly pull recipes...