Seasonal recipes for today's kitchen

Seasonal Cooking

Summer Squash and Quinoa Salad

Summer Squash and Quinoa Salad

Balmy August evenings call for outdoor dining and meals that require little prep and kitchen time.  A myriad of vegetables, farm fresh and full of flavor, can bring some later summer magic to the patio table.   A few summers ago, our friends Jen and Scott invited us–Read more

Cherry-Berry Bars

Cherry-Berry Bars

As the last weeks of July creep onto my calendar, I’m finding ways to include beautiful summer fruits and vegetables in our menus.  Heading to a weekend getaway in the mountains, I decided to bring along a dessert that gave the spotlight to cherries and strawberries.  –Read more

Beef, Barley and Vegetable Soup

Beef, Barley and Vegetable Soup

February started here with a steady snowfall. The falling flakes seemed like a sign that I should stay inside and cook something warm and comforting. A beef, barley and vegetable soup simmering on the stove was the answer. This recipe was among the first published–Read more

Winter Green Salad with Fruit and Spiced Pecans

Winter Green Salad with Fruit and Spiced Pecans

What better way to ring in the new year than with a new salad? This winter green salad is a great counterpoint to the warming stews and soups that frequently appear on our winter menus. It makes use of both fresh greens and fruits and–Read more

Bulgur and Butternut Squash Pilaf with Dried Cranberries

Bulgur and Butternut Squash Pilaf with Dried Cranberries

Pumpkins decorating porches and leaves turning red and orange announce that fall is here.  As the days grow shorter, I look for foods that are comforting and warm. This pilaf, easily put together in a short amount of time, is a welcome autumn addition to–Read more

Classic Italian Fun

Classic Italian Fun

Tuscany, anyone? Imagine having a chance to learn about regional Italian cooking from someone who is passionate about good ingredients, time-honored techniques, and the traditions that various dishes hold.  My son Aaron and I had this special kind of opportunity when we took a cooking–Read more