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LPB on P.O.T.U.S. on Sirius XM Radio
We had a fun day yesterday with Julie Mason on her amazing show, P.O.T.U.S. on Sirius XM radio, you can listen to it by clicking on … Continue reading LPB on P.O.T.U.S. on Sirius XM Radio
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New Year's Celebration
Throughout the year, we host lots of dinners and parties as well visiting restaurants all over for both work and pleasure. When it comes to celebrating … Continue reading New Year's Celebration
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Christmas Eve Nibbles
Christmas Eve is always a great time to gather with friends and family. If you really want to warm up a part try this punch that … Continue reading Christmas Eve Nibbles
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Potato "Latkes" (pancakes)
I love a delicious latke, they are a very simple dish to make but you have to be careful, as they can be pretty bland. There … Continue reading Potato "Latkes" (pancakes)
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Chicken & Sage Sausage Curried Stew
This is a great winter dish and really makes a one pot meal since it is veggie rich, packs a huge amount of flavor in each … Continue reading Chicken & Sage Sausage Curried Stew
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Italian Turkey Soup
The last gasp of our Thanksgiving turkey is in the form of Italian turkey soup that has a hint of Tuscan flavors. This dish makes for … Continue reading Italian Turkey Soup
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Sweet and Spicy Chicken Wings
These baked treats are easy, cheap and spectacular…they come from our sweet and spicy bacon sticks that we discovered while traveling around the islands off of … Continue reading Sweet and Spicy Chicken Wings
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Stuffing
Well, this is a once, maybe twice, a year dish that is an easy hit and made should separately from the Turkey or whatever you are … Continue reading Stuffing
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Chicken Stock
Chicken stock is a key ingredient to so many recipes so you want to have the very best and the only way is to make it … Continue reading Chicken Stock
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Italian Beef Stew
When the cold weather comes it’s time to turn to some classic hearty dishes like beef stew. I have had a lot of tasteless versions of … Continue reading Italian Beef Stew
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Baked Stuffed Clams
Clams are the heart of millions of delicious recipes that involve either stuffing, baking, grilling, steaming and on and on. However you make them, make sure … Continue reading Baked Stuffed Clams
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A Washington Dinner Party
There are two types of dinner parties in Washington, DC: fun ones and not so fun. We prefer fun parties spending our nights with friends, leaving … Continue reading A Washington Dinner Party
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Slow Scrambled Eggs with Herbs & Cheese
To be honest, I am not a big fan of breakfast. Yes I am fully aware that it is the most important meal of the day … Continue reading Slow Scrambled Eggs with Herbs & Cheese
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Curried Fried Cheese Curds
Just before a party starts at the house, we get the houseterns in their zone by yelling out “let’s hit it,” meaning get in gear and … Continue reading Curried Fried Cheese Curds
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Sweet and Spicy Bacon Sticks
We had one of our best meals of the year a great new spot on Great Diamond Island off the coast of Maine. The Crown Jewel … Continue reading Sweet and Spicy Bacon Sticks
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Grilled Shrimp with Turmeric Sauce
We popped into an amazing restaurant, The Crown Jewel, on a small island near the cost of Portland, Maine and had fried shrimp with a turmeric … Continue reading Grilled Shrimp with Turmeric Sauce
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Ricotta and Goat Cheese Gnocchi
Homemade Gnocchi is a easy to make hearty dish topped off with a lemon brown butter sage sauce. This makes for a great lunch or s … Continue reading Ricotta and Goat Cheese Gnocchi
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Grilled Clams with Shallot Basil Butter
Growing up, once a year we would go clamming on the beaches of New Hampshire where we would literally use a long toothed hand rakes to … Continue reading Grilled Clams with Shallot Basil Butter
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Salt and Pepper Marcona Almonds
Marcona Almonds have a natural sheen of oil which makes them easy to season. They are imported from Spain and are relieved sweet, so the seasoning … Continue reading Salt and Pepper Marcona Almonds
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LPB Low Country “Boil”
When I moved down South to Sullivan’s Island, which is a stone’s throw from Charleston, I stumbled across a host of Low Country Boils. They reminded … Continue reading LPB Low Country “Boil”
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Cheddar Parmesan Mini Smash Burgers
I turned away from burgers during that ugly period in culinary history when bigger was better. The ingredients took second to size so chef’s could showcase … Continue reading Cheddar Parmesan Mini Smash Burgers
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Shrimp & Fresh Kielbasa over Orzo Salad
If you don’t know it already, we love summer barbecues. I have dabbled in shish-kabobs but never liked the way the vegetables would be raw in … Continue reading Shrimp & Fresh Kielbasa over Orzo Salad
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The Pizza Party
As you know we are a big proponent of the five senses rule for any party. The most significant part of connecting with your guests’ senses … Continue reading The Pizza Party
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Shrimp Curry and Couscous
When we are having a work lunch on Capitol Hill or a beach BBQ down in South Carolina, we always try to weave shrimp into m … Continue reading Shrimp Curry and Couscous
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Antipasti or Antipasto
I was always confused when we went to the Italian section of Boston, also known as The North End, because some restaurants offered antipasti and some … Continue reading Antipasti or Antipasto
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Grilled Sausages
When summer hits it’s time to take it easy and have some simple meals that can feed an army–and not rip up your budget. I love … Continue reading Grilled Sausages
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Mint Chocolate Cookies with Chocolate Chips
I was making our browned butter chocolate chip cookies and at the point I was added the vanilla, I realized I accidentally put in the mint extract by mistake. So I went into test kitchen mode and came up with this chocolatey, minty cookie. Ingredients 2 sticks of Brown butter at room temperature 1/2 cup lite brown sugar 1/2 cup dark brown sugar 1/2 cup regular grain sugar 1 teaspoon of pepermimnt extract 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 tablespoon instant coffee 2 extra large eggs at room temperature 1 1/2 cup of all purpose flour 1/2 cup cocoa powder 1 … Continue reading Mint Chocolate Cookies with Chocolate Chips
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Lamb Kabobs
We like spicy lamb kabobs that have been marinated in rosemary, mustard powder, garlic, lemon juice and Sriracha that adds some heat to the dish. We … Continue reading Lamb Kabobs
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Orecchiette with Sausage and Pistachio-Mint Pesto
This recipe has a little bit of Sullivan’s Island as well touches on an old Italian recipe that stems from a small Umbrian Village. The Italian version calls for a lot more cream than we use and on Sullivan’s Island they use lamb and a mint-pistachio sauce. So somewhere in-between, we have create a hearty pasty that has fresh flavors and can make a great lunch. You just need to make a pesto with a touch of cream, cook down the sausage then finish off with pasta. Ingredients 1 medium yellow onion, peeled and rough chopped 1 teaspoon of rosemary, … Continue reading Orecchiette with Sausage and Pistachio-Mint Pesto
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Grilled Bell Peppers, Red Onions, Jalapeño, and Feta
This is a delicious, simple and flavorful first course or side dish for just about any meal. The grilling of onions and jalapeños mellows their kick … Continue reading Grilled Bell Peppers, Red Onions, Jalapeño, and Feta
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Sicilian Salmon w/ Mustard Sauce
The Obstinate Daughter restaurant on Sullivan’s Island in South Carolina is a favorite stop for just about everyone who comes down to Charleston. Their menu is … Continue reading Sicilian Salmon w/ Mustard Sauce
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New England Clam Chowder
I love chowders in the early spring, late fall and winter when you can get access to fresh ingredients and it is cool enough to enjoy … Continue reading New England Clam Chowder
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Pastitsio, a Greek Lasagna
Greek Easter falls usually falls on a different day than traditional Easter so celebrate them both. I like to do a one main dish Greek dish … Continue reading Pastitsio, a Greek Lasagna
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Corn Soup with Lobster (or Shrimp)
The base of this soup is a silky corn stock made from home-made chicken stock, freshly picked corn and herbs of your choosing. I prefer basil or tarragon but many others will do. You can serve hot or cold depending on the weather. I like to add shrimp or lobster meat to finish off the soup. Making It 8 cups of homemade chicken stock 6 large ears of farm-stand sweet corn, freshly shucked 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter 1 cup shallots, chopped finely 1 cup of basil leaves, rough chopped and separated 3 lemons, zested then halved 1 cup of … Continue reading Corn Soup with Lobster (or Shrimp)
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March Madness Menu
Anytime there is a big tournament, playoff or major sporting event it is smart to put together a menu that gets easier to manage as the … Continue reading March Madness Menu
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Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
Stuffed mushrooms are extremely easy to make and they have lasting powers to make it through a cocktail party. It’s easy to make a big batch … Continue reading Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
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Greek Lasagna
Lasagna was first hitting the dinner tables of Naples, Italy in the fourteenth century and has been an evolving dish since then. We have switched out … Continue reading Greek Lasagna
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Thanksgiving Leftovers: Curried Turkey Pot Pie
I think the best Thanksgiving meal I ever had was on a small boat heading from St John over to Willie T’s in the Brittish Virgin Islands. Wee opened up our bagged lunch, at 8 AM, which consisted of a … Continue reading Thanksgiving Leftovers: Curried Turkey Pot Pie
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Truffled Mushroom Risotto
Risotto is a fall/winter dish that I cook with friends when everyone is standing around the kitchen drinking some wine, catching up and having some appetizers … Continue reading Truffled Mushroom Risotto
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Bacon
Sometimes a simple mason jar with freshly baked bacon can serve as a great cocktail snack. Just follow this recipe until the bacon cooks crisp, let … Continue reading Bacon
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Cacio e Pepe
This Italian classic pasta is a great lunch dish where a little bit goes a long way. Serve a very simple salad beforehand and you are … Continue reading Cacio e Pepe
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“Spanish” Tomato Bread
We have spent a lot of time in Spain from Barcelona to Madrid and just about everywhere else. The one thing we look forward the most … Continue reading “Spanish” Tomato Bread
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Patty Melt
I am not sure who married the burger to a grilled cheese, but I have been a fan of patty melts since my childhood in the … Continue reading Patty Melt
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Muffuletta Sandwich
We popped into the ever so famous Oakville Grocery in Napa Valley, a stop that is long known for gourmet treats, from amazing sandwiches to delicious … Continue reading Muffuletta Sandwich
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Grand Marnier Brioche French Toast
After a morning walk on the beach, we like to kick-off the day with a little breakfast for our guests. A true crowd pleaser is a tasty version of French toast made with cinnamon swirl brioche and a good dose … Continue reading Grand Marnier Brioche French Toast
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Turkey Meatloaf Sandwiches
I love turkey burgers but they fall apart on the grill all the time. So, to get around that, I make a herbed turkey meatloaf and … Continue reading Turkey Meatloaf Sandwiches
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Mini Twice Baked, Once Fried Potatoes
Twice baked potatoes were always a big hit at Thanksgiving though the skins were dry and tasteless. At LPB, we do a twice baked, once fried version and switched to the more flavorful Yukon gold potato from the russet that … Continue reading Mini Twice Baked, Once Fried Potatoes
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Cheesy Herbed Biscuits with (just about anything)
I cannot count the number of biscuit recipes out there but this is tried and true, plus packed with flavor that brings them over the top for looks and taste. Ingredients 2 cups White Lily all purpose flour 4 teaspoons of … Continue reading Cheesy Herbed Biscuits with (just about anything)
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Roast Chicken
There are so many roast chicken recipes out there it is hard to keep track and frankly, I don’t understand why people try to hide the … Continue reading Roast Chicken
Shrimp Toasts with Marguez Sausage
There is an amazing restaurant tucked away in downtown Charleston, SC called Chubby Fish. It’s a warm and friendly place that has the feel of a … Continue reading Shrimp Toasts with Marguez Sausage
Iced Herbal Mint Tea
If you have a Phylz Coffee shop nearby then run over and get their Herbal Mint Tea with medium honey over ice. It is delicious but … Continue reading Iced Herbal Mint Tea
