A GENIUS Idea!! – poaching salmon with Herbal Hibiscus Tea! Moist & Tender – perfectly cooked. Salmon in Court Bouillon cooks in 6 minutes.

Fresh Peas from their pods blended with traditional pesto ingredients for a creamy and earthy flavor – a Pesto you will love!

Asparagus adds a veggie element and texture to the Perfect White Pizza! Crispy & Cheesy. See my easy Perfect Pizza Dough Recipe 00 flour.

Using the season’s freshest ingredients – Apps, Mains & Dessert: Try Karen’s Iraqi Seasoning Spice Blend w Grilled Chicken-YUM!

Puttanesca Rice Stuffed Tomatoes ~
Intensely Flavored Rice Salad with Mediterranean Flavors: Olives, Capers, Fresh Herbs…delish!

This Marinade includes Gochugaru – a medium-spicy Korean Chili Flake and perfect for chicken on the grill. Finger-Licking Good!

A light and flavorful FRITTATA layered with Peppers, Garlic Scapes, Cheese, Eggs & Dill.
Baked until puffy with a creamy-like texture.

Blackened in Minutes in a Cast Iron Skillet. Glazed with a Browned Butter Pan-Sauce with Garlic and Many Summer Herbs -Delish!

Creative, Healthy & Delicious Recipes for Spring! “Hand Held” “Off the BBQ” “Sides & Salads” and “Desserts.” Something for all.

Celebrate Memorial Day & Beyond – A totally American Dessert! Shortcakes with rhubarb, blueberries and coconut whipped cream – YUM!

Using fresh figs (see my fig-rosemary jam recipe) this heavenly dressing is what to make right now in Spring! See the wonderful salad!

I Love Figs! An EASY JAM with ripe figs & a hint of balsamic vinegar and rosemary. So many uses! See my tips & recipe :)