Simple Tomato Sauce with Sausage

Simple Tomato Sauce with Sausage

The simplest sauces are sometimes the best. This recipe has proven the test of time, served over pasta. as it is; or with any additions you have a particular craving for at the time. We scramble fried Spolumbo’s Spicy Chicken Sausage – Wow!

Braised Pork Ribs

Braised Pork Ribs

The first time I had ever heard of Braised Pork Ribs is while thumbing through Marcella Hazan’s Classic Italian Cookbook. Marcella Hazan is considered one of the best Italian cooks and cookbook authors. She changed the way North American’s cooked Italian.

Seared Tenderloin and Parmesan Cream

Seared Tenderloin and Parmesan Cream

We served this elegant finger food on New Year’s. The Parmesan Cream , if any leftover could be tossed with pasta or dip something into it…….but not a drop was left.

Horseradish Salmon Burgers with Dill Pickle Mayo

Horseradish Salmon Burgers with Dill Pickle Mayo

Horseradish Salmon Burgers are a pantry ready meal, quick to make with a salad and full of flavour. We love a Fresh Corn Salad alongside, but really anyone will work well. The Dill Pickle Mayo takes it to another level, close to a Tartar Sauce, 

Burrata with Harissa Oil

Burrata with Harissa Oil

This magnificent appetizer takes mere minutes to make, elegant and company worthy. Harissa Paste, lemon and drained artichoke hearts turn creamy Burrata into an event.

Aleppo Pepper Meatballs

Aleppo Pepper Meatballs

Aleppo Pepper has quickly become one of our favourite spices. it’s smokey and earthy; a little sweet and a little spicy. It can be used as a flavour enhancer or a finisher – sprinkled on a dish at the end. Aleppo Pepper and Sumac can 

Tajin Seared Pork Chops

Tajin Seared Pork Chops

This Mexican Blend of chili peppers, lime and sea salt was the perfect one to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, along with Green Chili Polenta or Grits and Sautéed Blue Oyster Mushrooms!

Green Chili Polenta or Grits

Green Chili Polenta or Grits

Canned Green Chili’s give this dish a bit of heat and was the perfect side to Tajin Pork Chops and sautéed Blue Oyster Mushrooms.

Burrata with Slow Roasted Tomatoes

Burrata with Slow Roasted Tomatoes

Burrata and Fresh Mozzarella appear the same until you slice into it. Burrata’s centre is filled with fresh cream and curds, whereas Mozzarella’s interior is the same as the exterior.