This is a divine pasta dish full of flavors with a hint of spice and is a hearty healthy meal that can be enjoyed all year round. Ingredients : (2 servings) 200 gr Paccheri 140 0z Cheery Tomatoes (I used Italian imported cherry tomatoes with the juice) 6 Calamari Tubes (sliced into rings) 10 Calamari Tentacles…
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Goat Cheese Mint Lemon Risotto
YumAn amazing combination of a delicate flavors of lemon zest and mint enriched with the creaminess of the goat cheese and crunch of the pistachios to give that extra bite. Definitely one of the best risottos I have made so far! Ingredients : (2 Servings) 1 Cup Arborio or Carnaroli Rice 1/4 Onion finely chopped 1/2…
Velvety Potato Fennel Ginger Soup
YumIt was love at first spoonful. This velvety Potato Fennel Ginger soup topped with a kalamata & pine nuts tapenade is everything but basic. Its texture, flavors, and colorful aroma will definitely leave you wanting to cook it at least once a week. Try it and let me know what you think in the comments!…
Arugula Pear Pecorino & Caramelized Walnuts Salad
YumI’m still sticking to my New Years cleanse and trying to replenish my diet by incorporating a salad daily, but definitely no basic boring salad. This Arugula Pear Pecorino & Caramelized Walnuts salad definitely fits the bill for flavor and satisfaction. Ingredients: (2 servings) 6 Cups Arugula 2 Pear Bartlett sliced or diced 1 1/2 Cup…
Fennel Orange & Moroccan Olives Salad
YumI’m still reeling over all the delicious holiday feasts but I’m thinking it’s time to start a cleanse to bring in the new year feeling revitalized, and this refreshing salad (a very popular one in Rome around Christmas time) is the perfect start. Ingredients: (2 servings) 3 Cups Fennel sliced 2 Orange peeled and rounded…
Spaghetti with Almond-Fennel Pesto
YumA vegan recipe that will be loved by anyone! The combination of all these ingredients make this pesto unique, refreshing and light. Ingredients : (for 2 servings) 200 gr Spaghetti (alternatively Linguine) 1 Cup fresh Basil 1/2 Cup Almonds sliced 1/4 Lemon Juice 1/2 Cup Fennel Tops chopped 1/2 Avocado Diced 1/3 Cup Extra Virgin…
Mini Zucchini Boats
YumA budget-friendly appetizer using bread slices and bacon to create an original light bite bursting with flavor. Ingredients : (4 boats) 1 Large Zucchini 4 Slices Bread (use only the dough) 1 Cup Grated Parmesan Cheese 3 Tsp Grated Nutmeg 1/4 Cup Milk 4 Slices Smoked Bacon 1 Tbs. Extra Virgin Olive Oil Pinch Salt…
Sweet & Savory Phyllo Shells
YumThis gift-box idea is simply a remake using phyllo shells for some of the popular recipes I’ve made such as (click on titles for recipes): Sun-Dried Tomato and Arugula Pesto Olive Walnuts Spread Vegan Chocolate Coffee & Orange Mousse Mini Raw Nutty Crust Mixed Berry Tarts (without the crust)
Sesame-Crusted Salmon Skewers
YumHere’s another Orgasmik idea to add to your Xmas list that will surely be a delight at your next holiday gathering: salmon skewers with a delicious sesame crust paired with a cinnamon-spiced apple + ginger sauce—and it all comes together in 15 minutes! Ingredients : (2 servings) 3 oz. Fresh Salmon cut in rectangular sizes ( 1 inch…