Arugula and Apricot salad with lemon dressing

Posted by jimphelps on April 21, 2010 · Leave a Comment 

This is a very refreshing salad that is a great side dish to seafood.  Spicy arugula is dressed lightly in a lemon dressing.  The salad is topped with sliced apricots and toasted pine nuts. Recipe: Arugula Salad with Apricots, Pine Nuts and Lemon Dressing Ingredients 4 good handfuls of Arugula – washed and dried 4 … Continue reading →

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Watercress and Tomato Risotto

Posted by jimphelps on April 19, 2010 · Leave a Comment 

Spring watercress is wonderful green. It has a spinach like leaf with a very peppery stem. It turns very mellow in this risotto recipe. This is a quick recipe that uses pantry items like stock, onion and arborio rice along with fresh items from the market. The flavors are rich and mellow with the bright tang of tomato.

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Trout with Lemon Tarragon Dressing

Posted by jimphelps on April 18, 2010 · Leave a Comment 

Grilled trout is marinated in a lemon, garlic and tarragon dressing.  This dish is great hot off the grill or chilled on a bed of greens and as light Summer salad.  Quick and easy to prepare with a just a few ingredients.  This recipe is a great reason to plant tarragon in your garden or … Continue reading →

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Frittata with Greens and Onions in Beef Stock

Posted by jimphelps on April 12, 2010 · Leave a Comment 

This recipe combines the richness of eggs with a rich beef stock.  It makes a wonderful main course or soup course.  The soup is finished with croutons, parsley and freshly grated parmesan cheese.  This is a great way to use leftovers and freezer items to make a meal.  I’ve served small portions as a soup … Continue reading →

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