Fresh Mozzarella

Fresh Mozzarella

There are several kinds of Mozzarella, from fresh to smoked, and Bocconcini to Mozzarella di Bufala.  Fresh and di Bufala are sold in containers or bags with water or whey.    Fresh Mozzarella Mozzarella balls are sold about the size of oranges while Bocconcini is about the size 

Prosciutto Wrapped Mozzarella

Prosciutto Wrapped Mozzarella

Mike was recently at The Capital Grille in Orlando. It’s an upscale Steak House with some of the best appetizers, including lightly sautéed Prosciutto Wrapped Mozzarella Sticks. I was recently at our local Italian Market, and they were featuring Prosciutto di Norcia. A ham cured 

Queso Fundido

Queso Fundido

Get the chips and when this comes out the the oven; dig in! Mexican Chorizo has a bit of heat, and it looks more like ground meat compared to the Spanish version, which is like a hard dry cured sausage. Lots of gooey cheese and 

Pizza Crust – Gluten and Gluten Free

Pizza Crust – Gluten and Gluten Free

Pizza crust is so easy to make if there isn’t a nearby market selling remade pizza dough. Use Tipo “00” pizza flour; which is very finely ground and flavourful. Caputo brand is our favourite, Gluten and Gluten Free. We have tried other with little success. 

Stuffed Potatoes

Stuffed Potatoes

Stuffed Potatoes can literally be “stuffed” with anything. The potato and skin become not only part of the meal but a delivery system. The sky’s the limit to what you can put into the stuffed potato, but here is our very classic Stuffed Potato filled 

Seafood Cocktail Spread

Seafood Cocktail Spread

Seafood Cocktail Spread became popular with the Best of Bridge series – that became our go to books in the 1970’s and 80’s. That truly was Haute Cuisine. This is our adapted version and the spread really must be made with from scratch Cocktail Sauce.

Pear and Baby Greens Salad with Balsamic Reduction

Pear and Baby Greens Salad with Balsamic Reduction

Pears were a favourite food of the ancient Romans and Greeks – believed to be “gifts from the gods”. Pears are so versatile, and thought to be one of the oldest cultivated fruits originating in present day Western China.

Panzanella

Panzanella

Panzanella is a delicious Tuscan salad that got its roots using up stale bread. Originally the bread was soaked in water and wrung dry; but its evolved and now the toasted bread cubes soak up olive oil and red wine vinegar. This basic salad consists 

Sushi

Sushi

Sushi is one of those meals that is just so much better picking up at your local favourite place or going in to sit down. We have tried to make it at home, the flavours are good but the presentation is indeed a true art. 

Grilled Pork Chops, Peaches and Brie

Grilled Pork Chops, Peaches and Brie

As August approaches and peach season is in full force, a favourite meal is fresh peaches, grilled and served with pork chops. Add some creamy Brie and dinner is ready on a hot summer day!