Scallion Garlic Steak and Potato Kebabs

Posted by on Apr 19, 2013 in Beef, Personal chef favorite, Recipes | 0 comments

Scallion Garlic Steak and Potato Kebabs

Spring has finally sprung!   With the first signs of warm weather, I like to head outside and get help from my grill when making dinner.  Clean-up is a breeze when grilling as I don’t have all the pots and pans to wash.  And as an added bonus, I can peel off my heavy down coat and enjoy some time outside after winter’s cold and dreary days lingered into early April. A family favorite grill recipe is Scallion Garlic Steak and Potato Kebabs.  They are a simple yet flavorful way to enjoy steak for dinner. ...

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Bolognese with Pancetta

Posted by on Sep 16, 2012 in Beef, Make ahead, Personal chef favorite, Recipes | 1 comment

Bolognese with Pancetta

My kids like their pasta with plain Jane marinara sauce.  Sometimes a sprinkling of  Parmesan cheese is added on top for a little excitement.  I do love a good marinara sauce made with fresh basil, but I like to change up my pasta toppers from time to time.  As a recipe developer and personal chef, I get to experiment in the kitchen with a wide variety of cuisines. There is never a dull day in the kitchen when I am cooking for a personal chef client.  Each has distinct taste preferences and dietary...

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Burgers with Fresh Tomato Relish

Posted by on Mar 29, 2012 in Beef, Recipes | Comments Off

Burgers with Fresh Tomato Relish

I love a good burger! Nothing fancy, just a good burger. My favorite recipe comes from this cookbook of all places. It was a gift from The Husband about 15 years ago, and I keep going back to the same burger recipe time and time again. My usual burger toppings include American cheese, ketchup, mayonnaise, and a little pickle relish. But I decided to whirl up a batch of fresh tomato relish in my food processor to change up tonight’s dinner. A chunky blend of grape tomatoes and onions is combined with...

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