by Don Collins | Dec 10, 2023 | Chef's Favorites, Fish/Seafood, grownup kitchen, Italian, Pasta, Recent Recipes, Recipes, Sample Recipes
Pasta with Scallops and Seared Fennel Pasta with Scallops (not to be confused with Scalloped Pasta which would basically be mac ‘n’ cheese) is on the menu tonight. You’ll appreciate the lovely flavors of this seafood pasta. Small scallops (or bay scallops)...
by Don Collins | Dec 7, 2023 | Asian, Curry Dishes, Indian, Recipes
Spinach/Potato Masala Curry East Indian food will dance before your eyes and on your taste buds tonight. Homemade Marinated Grilled Tofu anchors a curry of chopped spinach, boiled potatoes and browned mushrooms. It’s seasoned with your own homemade Masala Curry Spice...
by Don Collins | Dec 1, 2023 | Recipes
It’s Saturday, December 2 Menus and shopping lists for December 3 – 8 and December 10 – 15. Another great week of dining awaits. It’s time to plan ahead and create your grocery orders. Special Note: Be sure to freeze the 16 oz. package of...
by Don Collins | Sep 2, 2023 | Chef's Favorites, Chicken, Greens Recipes, Recent Recipes, Recipes
Dark Greens with Tree-ripened Pears, Toasted Pecans and Gorgonzola Let’s highlight some seasonal fruit again. Pears are still in season so use ‘em while you can. Kale’s a great choice for this meal, but if you’d prefer, chard is always available. We’ll add umami* with...
by Don Collins | Jul 5, 2023 | Straight Talk
Wow! It tastes so good! Let’s just start by stating that sugar is important to us. The body uses the glucose it makes from the sugars in the food we eat to create energy, and to fuel our brain and organs. Now that we’ve established its importance, lets understand...