Fig, Goat Gouda, Prosciutto Sandwich
I’m not sure whether she or I coined the term, but my sister-in-law, Liza, is an infamous assemblage cook. While I don’t always (or even often)…
Pulled Pork Sandwiches
I realize that a recipe for pulled pork is a kitchen version of an oxymoron. But I tried to write mine down in a way that will give you the…
Pasta Carbonara with Peas and Pepper
I had a pet theory about pasta carbonara. To me, it seemed like the quintessential late winter, early spring dish. Before being able to buy whatever…
Fresh Pea Soup with or without Ham
I love split pea and ham soup. It's possible that was inherited from my dad. And it's his birthday today, so this is in his honor. But for good split…
Savory Olive French Toast with Bacon Marmalade
This dish came about in a cool way. I went to Brooklyn to visit my dear Erin and brought her some delicious olive bread as a hostess gift. The day…
Pretzel Sandwiches
Upon moving to Philly, Marc and I learned that Philly is well known for pretzels. While the fame of the cheesesteak seems to overshadow the pretzel,…
Prosciutto Melon Salad
This Prosciutto Melon Salad is perfectly simple. And why shouldn't it be? After all, it's that time of year. Food in general is so perfect right now…
Happy Birthday Eggs Benedict
I wouldn’t do it often, especially for myself, but there’s no better way to say “I love you” and “Happy Birthday” than brunch. And brunch…
Two Bottle Boeuf Bourguinon
Want to hear a Dirty Laundry Kitchen dirty secret? I’ve been struggling to cook and write the past couple of weeks. The oscillating temperatures,…
Sweet and Spicy Jalapeño Glazed Baked Ham
What's so great about this Sweet and Spicy Jalapeño Glazed Baked Ham? My brother likes to make ham, and over the years, he's introduced me to coca…
Monte Cristo Sandwich
Need further incentive to make a ham for Easter Brunch? For me it's all in the name of the Monte Cristo Sandwich and other Hamitarian Week recipes.…
Kitchen Sink Black Bean and Ham Soup
When it comes to using up leftover Easter Ham, it doesn’t get much better, or much easier than Kitchen Sink Black Bean and Ham Soup. And I got to…
House Pizza: Hawaiian
If I ask Marc what he wants for dinner, there are a couple of likely responses: 1. Spaghetti. 2. Shrimp Pineapple Curry. 3. Pizza. When Marc asks for…
Fig and Prosciutto Pizza with Arugula
There were figs in the market this week, and that’s all the reason I needed to make this Fig Prosciutto Pizza with Arugula. Whenever I find fresh…
Blue Ridge Mountain Benedicts
This Spring, one of our mini adventures was a weekend trip to Charlottesville, VA. It’s a gorgeous town, situated at the base of the Blue Ridge…
St. Brie LT
Considering I grew up in a household that prized St. André cheese and fresh from the garden tomato and lettuce BTSs (otherwise know as Summer BLTs)…
Guanciale Béchamel Runny Egg Pizza
Guanciale Béchamel Runny Egg Pizza is my knockoff of the Uova Pizza da Barbuzzo Restaurant in Philadelphia. Barbuzzo is one of my favorite…
Fall Kale Salad with Spicy Garbanzos
I’m back on the kale salad band wagon, but this time, I’ve taken a decidedly Autumn turn with my Fall Kale Salad with Spicy Garbanzos. This salad…
Bacon Herb Paste Stuffed Turkey
This Bacon Herb Paste Stuffed Turkey is a variation on a Food and Wine recipe that I’ve been making for years. Bacon Herb Paste Stuffed Turkey is…
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