When I worked in Coral Gables, FL over twenty years ago, I would often walk from the office to Miss Saigon Bistro – an amazing Vietnamese restaurant owned by my…
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Crab cakes are one of my favorite things to eat and these crab cakes are hands down the best I’ve ever eaten. Too often crab cakes have too much bread…
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The Chinese New Year is almost here and I thought it was the perfect time to share my Caribbean Special Fried Rice recipe. This is the quintessential kitchen sink recipe.…
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Who doesn’t love a quick and easy meal for those fast paced week nights and weekends? I know I do. With all the Christmas decorating and tree trimming, this tenderloin…
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I always wanted to make a brisket and my dear friend Aida was kind enough to share with me her easy crockpot brisket recipe. This is a wonderful make-ahead recipe…
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These delicious Cornish game hens will make a stunning appearance at any holiday or special gathering. Plump, tender and gorgeous little hens are seasoned and roasted to perfection. What is…
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Shrimp Fra Diavolo is a classic, spicy Italian dish. Don’t let the “fra diavolo” keep you away from enjoying such a delicious dish, simply adjust the amount of crushed red…
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I made this mediterranean grilled shrimp and couscous dinner last year, when COVID hit, with pantry and freezer ingredients I always have on hand. It’s easy to make and so…
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This meatloaf has graced our table more times than I can count. It’s a foolproof classic recipe that is loved by all including picky eaters. It’s moist, tender and the…
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This must be the easiest and most common taco Tuesday meal in countless homes across America. For years we would just open a packet of taco seasoning, sprinkle it over…
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Thirty years ago I worked near a Mediterranean restaurant that served the most incredible chicken souvlaki. It was one of my favorite go-to lunch places and I ate there at…
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Your mouth will water before you place these on the grill. These lamb lollipops are tender and delicious without that gamey taste thanks to the yogurt marinade that neutralizes that…
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Rabo Encendido is Cuba’s version of Spain’s Rabo de Toro. With the mass Spanish emigration to Cuba, it’s no wonder Spain greatly influenced Cuban cuisine. I would say Rabo Encendido…
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This dish reminds me of Pappardelle with Wild Boar Ragu from New York City’s famous Via Carota restaurant, owned by Rita Sodi and Jody Williams. That dish was seared (pun…
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What’s not to love about filet mignon? It’s the best cut of beef and when properly cooked, it cuts like butter. I love to make it on the stove top…
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Chicken tenderloin is such a versatile and tender cut of chicken. They are perfect as appetizers, any time snacks, sandwiches and served as part of lunch or dinner! I love…
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When you want all the flavors of Thanksgiving without all the fuss, this turkey breast cutlet is the way to go. Tenderloin meat is pound thin, floured and pan fried…
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Peach Apricot Glazed Ham is our family’s favorite and a centerpiece at Easter, Mother’s Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas! It’s absolutely scrummy as Mary Berry would say. Peach apricot preserve is…
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Last year we were grateful to celebrated an early and intimate family Thanksgiving dinner while my daughter was visiting. Not wanting to roast a whole turkey for five people, I…
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In a meat and potatoes household, these loaded baked potatoes make for a quick weeknight meal with little to no clean up – especially if you made the chili the…