Grilled Flank Steak with Chimichuri Sauce
Flank steak (or skirt) are my go-to for large BBQ sit-down dinners, as they are easy to grill, well-priced andContinue Reading
Month: June 2018
Chimichurri Sauce
We used to have parties named after the well-known Argentine cowboys called Gauchos. The events were heavy on red meatContinue Reading
Pesto
We grow a lot of fresh herbs, sometimes too much. Whenever the basil population tarts to take over the herbContinue Reading
LPB Red Sauce
This is quick and easy but if you really want to save time just buy a jar of Rao’s sauceContinue Reading
Fried Squash Blossoms
Years ago we went to Venice for vacation during the summer. We soon realized that during the day it wasContinue Reading
Prosciutto Thyme Gourgeres
When I lived in Boston there was an excellent French restaurant one hundred yards from my house and they wouldContinue Reading
Menu of the Week: Fourth of July
It’s getting close to the Fourth of July so we thought it would be best to kick-off our weekly menuContinue Reading
Zucchini Parmesan
When summer comes around you cannot walk ten feet without seeing a zucchini. Also, there is no shortage of theContinue Reading
Grilled Swordfish
When summer rolls around I like to turn to lighter dinners during those hot and steamy nights. Swordfish is anContinue Reading
Strawberry Watermelon Vodka
We always like to have a specialty drink for each gathering and in the summertime it will always beContinue Reading
Curry Pasta Salad with Broccolini
I like simple side dishes that can be made well ahead of the crowd appearing and the advance work makesContinue Reading
Cuban Quesadilla
Traditional Cuban sandwiches are an excellent lunch treat but I found the bread to be filling and they are usuallyContinue Reading
Simple Bruschetta
I like to serve a simple bruschetta with a salad, soup or pasta dish. Just slice a loaf hearty countryContinue Reading
Panzanella with a twist
The traditional Tuscan Panzanella is a favorite, especially for casual barbecue dinners or poolside lunches when you just toss someContinue Reading
Gigantic Mustard Parmasean Breadcrumbs
When I start planning a menu, the first thing I do is take inventory of what is in the kitchen.Continue Reading
Fried Chicken Sandwiches
I was greatly disappointed the first time I had a Chick-fil-A sandwich. Don’t get me wrong, it was fine. But, forContinue Reading
Old Bay Peel & Eat Shrimp
This is a classic and dish that you should serve during seated, casual, meals. Guests really don’t like to pickContinue Reading
Sage Seared Sausage
When I lived in the Upper East Side of New York, I spent many nights heading down to the EastContinue Reading
Baked Spinach and Feta Bucatini
As you might have guessed or are soon to learn, spinach, feta and herbs are staples in my kitchen. IContinue Reading
Turkey Meatloaf Sandwiches
I love turkey burgers but they fall apart on the grill all the time. So, to get around that, IContinue Reading