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Grilled Zucchini, Brown Rice & Herb Salad

During hot summer months salads make refreshing main courses. Grilled Zucchini, Rice & Herb Salad is main course material, with a with a nod (brown rice) and a wink (pimento stuffed olives) to the 70’s ‘health food’ heydey, a little jewel of a salad so good I did not leave it in the past. Continue reading Grilled Zucchini, Brown Rice & Herb Salad

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15-Minute Fraîche: Penne with Tomato, Ricotta & Capers

Sometimes it’s too hot to cook, so here’s a simple 15-Minute Fraîche from Bijouxs. Penne with Tomato, Ricotta & Capers – just boil water for pasta and toss with a no-cook sauce – a little gem for summer. Continue reading 15-Minute Fraîche: Penne with Tomato, Ricotta & Capers

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Salad of Pear, Endive & Hazelnuts with Creamy Romano Dressing

Travel creates rich memories – sights, smells and tastes. This salad of crisp pear, endive and creamy Romano cheese arrives from Florence, first served to me in a small trattoria with dark wood tables, quietly tucked away well off the main city streets, food love Italian style from Bijouxs. Continue reading Salad of Pear, Endive & Hazelnuts with Creamy Romano Dressing