Garlic Basil Mayo

I used this as a lobster tail dipping sauce, but it is perfect for this time of year. Ingredients: Directions: Add all ingredients except for olive oil to food processor.  Blend for about a minute and slowly add the olive oil. I just pour it in to the little spout on top and let it … Read more

Orecchiette With Borlotti Beans, Bitter Greens and Lemony Bread Crumbs

Main Dish, Pasta & Noodles, Vegetarian Prep Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Difficulty: Medium Servings: 6  Source: Joe Yonan  INGREDIENTS Bread crumbs: Greens: Sauce: To serve: DESCRIPTION The idea for this dish comes from New Jersey chef Michelle Fuerst, who calls the combination of pasta, beans and bread crumbs her “triple carb threat.” Bread crumbs are an essential element of so … Read more

Vegan Red Beans and Rice

This week marks the start of Mardi Gras, so I was hungry for Red Beans and Rice. We’ve been trying to have Meatless Mondays so I decided to try a Vegan recipe I found on the Internet. I made several modifications, but the base recipe is pretty much untouched. The original author suggests adding coconut … Read more

Split Pea and Ham Soup

Recipe By: Paul Harsha (adapted from package) Ingredients: 1 ham bone 1/2 pound ham, chopped (if not enough on bone) 1 lb. dry split peas 1/2 cup frozen peas 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablepsoon butter 2 quarts water 2 bay leaves 1 lb. baby carrots, cut in thirds 1 can … Read more