Better than any store bought pesto, with a flavor-packed punch with only a few ingredients and a food processor. Fresh, homemade basil pesto can be used as an easy marinade for grilled and roast meats or stirred through a big bowl of pasta or zucchini noodles for a quick dinner solution! Just a spoonful of pesto can be used as a complimentary garnish to give many savory dishes a nice, fresh kick! artSAVOR 75 just adds deeper flavor to an already amazing sauce.
Read MoreIf you are obsessed with total dining experiences then you will understand that planning menu and tablescaping go hand in hand for me. How fun this recipe for my Winter White Bisque to go with your "winter white" tablescape. If you know anything about me, you know that simplicity and elegance go hand-in-hand, this recipe is a masterpiece that will impress but the preparation doesn't require a "top chef" to prepare. Don't tell, that's our secret!
Read MoreI constantly challenge myself to create new salads that are exotic and interesting with layers of textures and flavor. artSAVOR 75 brings together just a few ingredients to create a simple yet very sophisticated salad fit for elegant dining or everyday. The array of flavors and textures are delightful. This recipe makes an impressive cheese course finale to a multi-course dining experience.
Read MoreOnce my life was lived in the fast lane of corporate America. Believe me, I know what it's like to come home and just want something delicious and soul-satisfying with minimal effort. Here I offer you a recipe with just a few ingredients, packed with flavor that takes minutes to make. If you just happened to have some fully-cooked Argentinian Red Shrimp on hand, this light and healthy soup becomes a complete meal. Oh! Wait! You really need a glass of Margerum Riviera Rosé to complete your dining experience.
Read MoreThe combination of fresh spinach, arugula, parsely and mint with pinch of toasted almonds tossed flavor heightened by artSAVOR 75 makes this elegant pasta dish almost effortless, healthy and super delicious. The deep flavors will thrill your palate without guilt. It can be a delightful starter, a great entree with some protein or grand finale to your simple or multi-course dinner.
Read MoreThis simple, yet elegant salad offers an array of flavors and textures from smoky, savory and pungent to crunchy, nutty and creamy brought together by artSAVOR 75. It is a great prelude or grand finale to your simple or multi-course dinner. To make it even more effortless, you can add my magical artSAVOR 75 to your favorite store bought vinaigrette.
Read MoreI never see a reason to sacrifice flavor or texture and wonder how is it possible to make gluten free pasta that has the same delicious bite as wheat pasta. I was completely surprised to discover this penne pasta made from black beans is perfectly chewy and takes seasoning incredibly well. This beautiful and delicious salad has it all, from the right bite to the pasta, to artSAVOR 80 combined with creamy, pungent and crunch of the of the vegetables and cheese, all brought together with artSAVOR 75 vinaigrette. This simple healthy salad makes a delightful course to any dining experience.
Read MoreThis Middle Eastern Frittata/Omelet is herby and not eggy. Easy to make and delicious to eat. artSAVOR 20 and artSAVOR 75 make this simple elegant appetizer hard to resist. You can use any kind of greens you have available. Presenting them as mini wraps with some crunchy greens and roots will give you the perfect balance of texture. The best part is that these can be prepared in advance and served cold or at room temperature.
We've all had Calamari that is so heavily breaded with a dense heavy and soggy crust that it's hard to taste and enjoy the calamari. Breading on deep fried foods should complement, not overwhelm the main ingredient. A light crispy crust gives you the pleasure of the crunch while celebrating the divine texture and flavor of the calamari. Here is artSAVOR version that is wonderfully delicious and a cinch to make.
Read MoreThis salad brings together an amazing combination of aroma and flavor from the grill. artSAVOR 75 is the tie that binds this simple graceful salad and marries an array of tastes on your palate from smoky, perfumey licorice to savory and pungent. It is a great overture to any feast. Here's a great shortcut, add artSAVOR 75 to a high quality store bought vinaigrette and you will have a magical dressing that can be used in many ways.
Read MoreThis salad is a showstopper! If there is one thing I’m certain of, this salad will be well received as part of any menu - holiday feast or otherwise! This simple light recipe is vibrant with color and umami resulting from the brilliant combination of sweet, salty, nutty, bitter and sour flavors. This is a perfect prelude to holiday turkey!
Read MoreTo stuff or not to stuff? That is the Thanksgiving question and my answer is simple, “Don’t do it!” My style of cooking embraces all that is crispy, crunchy, light and airy and packed with deep flavor, so anything that is gooey and schmaltzy is definitely out. I use this salad as my delicious replacement. I promise you will lick your fork. It is the perfect complement to turkey, with loads of flavor and texture.
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