Whenever I see pesto on a menu, I am all over it. I love it! Pesto is typically made with fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese. Lately though, I have taken to experimenting with different greens and nuts. This walnut arugula pesto is the best one I have made so far! Arugula… Continue reading Arugula Walnut Pesto
Homemade Fried Okra
Growing up in Texas, my childhood included a lot of delicious food. My mom, who was born and raised in Fort Worth, knew how to cook it all, and my love for fried okra started young. Recently, my family and I visited a local farm selling fresh okra, so I brought it home and had… Continue reading Homemade Fried Okra
Mushroom and Chicken White Pizza
I love white pizza. What am I saying? I love all pizza and all the delicious toppings that caramelize under the heat. But, I do love the white pizza for those same reasons. The melting of the cheeses. The creaminess of the ricotta and the richness of the mozzarella come together with the pizza… Continue reading Mushroom and Chicken White Pizza
Squash Blossoms – The Food of the Gods
The days are hot, the sun shines in the sky long into the evening and the squash are throwing forth big bright beautiful blooms. Yes it’s that enchanted time for squash blossoms. A tiny window of wonder when the delicate flowers of your zucchinis or yellow crooks can be harvest with loving care in the cool… Continue reading Squash Blossoms – The Food of the Gods