roasted butternut squash risotto

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If it isn't overwhelmingly obvious at this point, I love a good risotto. This Milanese staple is the perfect canvas as your culinary muse. I have made a good number of risotto's over the years and … [Read more...]

risotto style pasta with shrimp and spinach

risotto style pasta with shrimp and spinach

Risotto is a style or method of cooking that is typically made with arborio rice, but risotto dishes can be crafted out of a number of different starches. Personally, I have made a risotto using … [Read more...]

thanksgiving rewind: sides & sauces

Sides & sauces

Continuing with the rewind, today I'm presenting a few basic recipes for the sides and sauces that I served on Thanksgiving. The pearl onion and cranberry sauce takes the place of a traditional … [Read more...]

mission inconceivable: brussel sprouts

brussel sprouts and short ribs

I'm not terribly fond of vegetables and, unfortunately, it is evident in my cooking and diet. Since I've been trying to eat better I have searched for different ways to prepare vegetables and avoid … [Read more...]