Yogurt Bowls with Strawberry Swirl

I made a Strawberry Puree with some strawberries that were no longer beautiful but still perfectly ripe and delicious.  This puree works well in smoothies or stirred into yogurt for a quick breakfast treat.

A perfect way to start your day.......

Sourdough Banana Bread

This tender, delicious treat begins with sourdough discard.  I made mini loaves. Perfect for breakfast on the go, to pack into a lunchbox as an afternoon treat, or to enjoy for dessert after dinner.

Pie Iron Philly Cheesesteak Sandwiches and a Book Review #SundayFunday

These delicious sandwiches are filled with thinly sliced steak, colorful bell peppers, tender onions, and Provolone cheese nestled between artisan bread slices and cooked in a pie iron over a campfire.

The Sunday Funday Gang are serving up Sandwiches today......

Butter Roasted Tomato Sauce, The Weekly Menu and a Book Review

This pasta sauce is ready in less than an hour, but it tastes as though it has simmered all day long.  This sauce can be prepared and kept in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.  Simply rewarm it and toss in a little of the pasta cooking water to loosen it for coating the pasta.

I was inspired to make this pasta dish after reading Under the Knife by Tess Gerritsen....

Grilled Fennel Salad and A Book Review #LitHappens

Slices of fresh fennel bulb grilled to tender, sweet perfection, tossed in a lemon vinaigrette, and topped with the fennel fronds.  A gorgeous and delicious salad.

I was inspired to make this salad after reading the memoir Fireproof by Chef Curtis Duffy......

Q is for Quesadilla

This quick and easy dinner is colorful and delicious.  Perfect for a busy weeknight or for a Fish Friday gathering to celebrate the weekend.  Flour Tortillas, stuffed with assorted colors of bell pepper, sweet onion, plump, juicy shrimp, held together with shredded Mexican blend cheese.

Q is for Quesadilla......

Preserved Lemon Scones and a Book Review #BreadBakers

These flaky, slightly sweet but more savory scones come together quickly using a food processor.  They have a deep tartness from the preserved lemons.  

 The Bread Bakers are sharing Scone recipes today......