Chili with Beans & Corn

You can easily lose your enthusiasm if you have to search and shop for ingredients every time you are inspired to create. I accomplish this by having artSAVOR mixtures as well as pre-seasoned proteins both raw or cooked in the refrigerator awaiting to be transformed into deliciousness. Here is what I created with some uncooked ground beef artSAVOR 20 mixture in the refrigerator.

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Crème Brûlée

As a rule, I don’t care for sweets and do not at all like eggy flavored things. The exception to the rule was the Crème Brûlée at Les Anges, a French restaurant with an attitude, in Santa Monica years ago. I ordered it every time. It was deliciously creamy and silky without being eggy. The feathery light texture on your tongue contrasted by the crunchy caramelized sugar created happy chaos in your mouth. I created my own recipe to achieve the same results. I hope you will try it!

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Pappardelle with Pesto

The 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.

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Iceberg "Steak" Salad

This 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.

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Gluten Free "Black Bean" Pasta Salad

I 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.

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Herby Frittata Wraps

This 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.

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Grilled Cauliflower Steak

One of my favorite sayings states: “Out of constraint comes creativity”. I have number of vegetarian friends, so I am always looking to create something dazzling, delicious and nutritious with fresh produce. My friend, Katherine, an avid user of my blends loves artSAVOR 40 and uses it with her vegetarian dishes, particularly legumes. This dish is for her.

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Light Crispy Calamari

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.

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Chocolate Cake & Cappuccino Ice Cream Mousse

As I've noted before dessert is often the last thing on my mind when I plan my dinner experiences. I'm always looking for short cuts with great results, especially when it comes to sweets. Just because baking and desserts aren't among my favorites, whatever I do, must be as elegant and artful as the rest of my menu. This sweet short cut has a bold attitude and stunning visual presentation. If you have some extra chocolate cake, then you have the first ingredient on hand!

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Turkey Chili HomeiraStyle

Easy, warming, and satisfying, this turkey chili made with my artSAVOR 20 is exactly what you want on a cold night. It is so good and full of flavor and even better, this recipe comes together very quickly. I suggest you make it a day ahead and refrigerate. The flavors will deepen and it will be even more tasty the next day.

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Grilled Romaine with Fennel & Celery Root

This 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.

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