With only a couple of substitutions and served on the rocks, my Grand Sazerac only differs slightly from the original. However, it’s the only way I make the Sazerac cocktail now. Originally, I made this out of necessity because I was out of Cognac and substituted Grand Marnier for the cocktail. The first time I…
Seared Salmon with Sautéed Asparagus and Corn
One of our favorite summer recipes. Seared Salmon with Sautéed Asparagus and Corn is a little buttery, a little vinegary, and a little lemony. The bright, beautiful colors and fresh flavors are a great compliment to the simply Seared Salmon filets. The best part is the entire meal comes in at under 300-calories. Everything about…
Seared Tuna Steaks
When cooked properly at the right temperature for the right amount of time, Seared Tuna Steaks are a gorgeous blushing pink in the middle with a light sear on the exterior served with a bright Niçoise inspired vinaigrette on top. My favorite way to cook tuna steaks, this is how I like to Sear Tuna…
Pan-Fried Fennel
Pan-fried fennel has a gorgeous caramelized crust. Its normally intense anise flavor becomes sweet and mellow. Combined with sweet purple onions and baby potatoes that have a crisp exterior and light and fluffy soft center. These Pan-Fried Fennel and Potatoes are an amazing side item perfect with any number of entrees. I love the flavor…
Watermelon Bourbon Slushie
***BRAIN-FREEZE ALERT*** This Bourbon cocktail is cold, really cold. That first sip is probably going to give you a brain freeze. Lol, you’ve been warned! A great frozen blender cocktail, my Watermelon Bourbon Slushie combines frozen watermelon, peaches, bourbon, and Aperol. This cocktail is ridiculously cold and not too sweet. Making this frozen Bourbon slushie…
Shaved Brussels Sprouts with Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette
Ready in only 20-minutes, Shaved Brussels Sprouts with Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette is quick and easy on the stovetop and it is my favorite Brussels Sprouts recipe. The Brussels sprouts are thinly sliced before being sautéed in olive oil and dressed with a bright, fresh lemon Dijon vinaigrette and fresh parsley. The shaved Brussels sprouts take…
White Sangria with Grand Marnier and Topo Chico
My White Sangria recipe is made with a sauvignon blanc, mangos, raspberries, blood oranges, and plums. Cold and refreshing, this fruity cocktail is one of my favorite summer thirst quenchers. This white Sangria has just the right amount of fizz from the Topo Chico mineral water and a nice orange kick from the Grand Marnier….
Italian Pasta Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
Italian Pasta Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette is one of my favorite summertime recipes. Topped with a lemon vinaigrette it’s a quick, easy recipe loaded with flavor. Think of your favorite items on an antipasto platter tossed together with pasta and a tangy lemony vinaigrette. The Italian Pasta salad is loaded with cured meats, cheeses, pickled…