I discovered this Balsamic Chicken Walnut Salad several years ago at little grocery store, El Rancho Market, in Solvang, California…just a hop, skip and a jump away from Santa Ynez (the greatest place on Earth IMHO). I loved it so much that my girlfriend called them to get me a shipment of it for my…
Recipes for One or Two People
Every recipe on this site is made with one or two people in mind — but these are the ones that were specifically built for it. Small-batch proportions, right-sized pans, technique designed for a yield that actually makes sense for the way most of us live.
Out of this World Spinach Salad
I love getting together with my family. Not only is it always great to see them, but also it’s a time for lots of cooking. One thing that is always guaranteed is that my sister, Barb, will always make a fantastic salad. It is one of those things that I always look forward to. Yes. …
Big Fat Greek Frittata
Loukoumades, Moussaka, Spanakopita, Baklava, Maria Menounos, Dolmades…it just doesn’t stop. I just love the Greek culture…and the fact that they’re passionate people just like my Italian family. Translation: we’re loud and boisterous…and we love life! Because of that, there are endless gatherings of family and friends that somehow always seem to have incredible food at…
Back to Basics Tomato Sauce
I always like getting back to the basics…back to when life was simple and easy. That’s precisely what this recipe is…simple and easy. The hardest part will be to figure out in which dishes you’re gonna use this sauce first. It’s perfect when you need a quick sauce or a sauce to use with other…
Spaghetti alle Vongole (Spaghetti with Clams)
If there is a meal that I seem to always be craving, it is this unlikely number. I am definitely not alone on that. I was perusing through my email the other day and came across an email with the subject line: “Fucci’s Famous Linguini and Clams at Heather’s.” If this is not testimony enough,…
BBQ Chicken Pizza
This bold, rustic BBQ Chicken Pizza is easier to make than the cowboy campfire you have to build to cook it. So use an oven instead. And make sure it’s plenty hot! Yee Haw! BBQ Chicken Pizza This bold, rustic BBQ Chicken Pizza is easier to make than the cowboy campfire you have to…
PGQ (Pear & Gorgonzola & Quinoa) Salad
You can make a P.G.Q. (Pear & Gorgonzola & Quinoa) Salad P.D.Q. (Pretty Darn Quick). This quintessential salad will satisfy both the vegetarians and meat eaters in your life! Yum! Yum! BTW: quin·tes·sence /kwin-ˈte-sən(t)s/ Quintessence means the most perfect or typical example of a quality or class. It was also the name of my Junior…
Brown-Butter Kissed Grilled Shrimp
Nothing says “I Love You” better than cooking up Brown-Butter Kissed Grilled Shrimp for your special someone. It helped me impress my girlfriend in college and I have a feeling that it might just work for you too! Brown-Butter Kissed Grilled Shrimp Nothing says “I Love You” better than cooking up Brown-Butter Kissed Grilled Shrimp…
Bacon Stuffed Mushrooms
Omaha, Set, Hut. While Peyton Manning may not be in this year’s Big Game, you’ll still be screaming TOUCHDOWN after scoring big with these Bacon Stuffed Mushrooms! Bacon Stuffed Mushrooms Bacon Stuffed Mushrooms…the perfect appetizer! SO WHAT YOU'RE GONNA NEED IS: 10 large Mushrooms 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese 1/3 cup Panko Breadcrumbs 1/4 cup Mozzarella…
Oven-Roasted Beet Salad
New Year, New You! I think I’ve heard that in at least a dozen advertisements and it’s only the second week of January. Everyone is starting fresh in 2017…and with that comes the usual New Year’s resolution to eat healthier and to get back into working out. Well, I can’t help you with the working…
Broiled Cod with Roasted Red Pepper Coulis
KEY LARGO (AP) – On January 4, 2016, less than one year ago today, Fucci caught his first fish. It might as well have been an AP Newswire release, because I can tell you, it’s not for want or lack of trying over the years that this was my first real catch. (To you avid…
Sautéed Zoodles (Zucchini Noodles)
Sautéed Zoodles (Zucchini Noodles) Sautéed Zoodles (Zucchini Noodles) are fun to say and easy to make. They’re a perfect side dish that pairs well with anything from fish to meat. SO WHAT YOU'RE GONNA NEED IS: – (1-2 Zucchini: <a href="https://amzn.to/2iwQVxD" target="_blank">Available Here</a>) – (1 teaspoon Olive Oil: <a href="https://amzn.to/2fMTfgW" target="_blank">Available Here</a>) – (1 clove…