My husband was a salad chef when we met. In the culinary world he ran the "Garde Manger" station. In a fine dining establishment it's the person who makes the salads, appetizers, and sometimes even desserts. Nothing makes me feel more special than him making me a fresh salad because it reminds me of that time when we were dating. I used to go to his job and sit in the middle of … [Read more...]
Recipe: Pan Seared Salmon over Arugula Salad with Sweet Citrus Vinaigrette Dressing
Healthy never tasted this good! Hmm is it the pan seared salmon or the cherry tomatoes in the arugula salad or maybe its the sweet citrus vinaigrette dressing that has my heart filled with butterflies! This was a fun recipe for me to develop because it has some of my favorite ingredients, salmon and anything salad citrus. Healthy but YUM YUM YUM Eating Just a dusting of … [Read more...]
Recipe: Grilled Bar-b-que Shrimp with Citrus Corn Salad
In the summer time, I am always trying to come up with fabulous summer time recipes! Well I created a hit with this one! Honey, this grilled bar-b-que shrimp is so juicy and flavorful that you may find yourself weak in the knees! And let me tell you the corn salad... well it's just the perfect partner! Together this was a home run! YEAH BABY!! JUST … [Read more...]
Recipe: Shrimp and Candied Bacon Salad with Lemon Honey Mustard Dressing
This beautiful salad was inspired by the restaurant chain Coal Fire. Honey there is nothing like eating something that melts in your mouth at a restaurant and going home to replicate it so that you can enjoy it anytime your little heart desires! BAM POW KABOOM, yep it was one of those moments! If you are allergic or just do not like pecans, you can omit them, the salad is … [Read more...]
Recipe: Strawberry & Mandarin Orange Spinach Salad With Asian Sesame Dressing
Do you think healthy food has to mean bland? If your answer is yes, this recipe will surely change your mind! Talk about healthy but addictive! The spinach, mandarin oranges, and strawberries all work to your body's good! Top this salad every so lightly with this Asian Sesame Dressing and experience an unexpected explosion of flavor! Certainly this is a meal you don't have to … [Read more...]