by pmyrick | Aug 5, 2016 | Side Dish, Vegetable, Vegetarian
When the garden is mass-producing zucchini in mid-summer, look no further than this delicious zucchini gratin recipe to make good use of it. Zucchini Gratin Recipe 6 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil2 lbs. zucchini (sliced into ¼ inch thick rounds)2 teaspoons sea...
by pmyrick | Jul 18, 2016 | Coffee, Italian
When temperatures rise and a caffeine jolt is needed, try a quick and easy caffé shakerato. It’s basically a shot of espresso with sugar, shaken over ice until frothy. The resulting drink is sublime since the sugar and melted water from the ice tempers the...
by pmyrick | Jun 10, 2016 | Chicken, Entree
Brined BBQ Chicken on the grill is one of my favorite summertime treats. Add some potato salad and baked beans and you’ve got a great meal to enjoy on the patio. An instant read thermometer is essential for making sure the chicken is perfectly done. Brined BBQ...
by pmyrick | Apr 30, 2016 | Entree, Italian, Main Course
This classic spaghetti and meatballs recipe I’ve been making for over 20 years comes from Sicily. For lighter, lower calorie meatballs, use ground turkey (Italian seasoned flavor if available) instead of pork. If using turkey, avoid the super lean variety...
by pmyrick | Apr 3, 2016 | Breakfast, Main Course, Vegetarian
This chocolate chip buttermilk pancakes recipe turns out a light and delicious breakfast main dish in a jiffy. It’s perfect for the weekend. Chocolate Chip Buttermilk Pancakes Recipe 2 eggs (beaten)1 cup buttermilk½ cup water3 tablespoons butter (melted)1 ½...
