Entrees
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Healthy and Easy Mediterranean Pasta With Tomato Basil Zucchini
This Mediterranean dish is one of my favorites. It’s low in calories and rich in healthy fats. I use fresh ingredients like juicy tomatoes, crisp zucchini, fragrant basil, garlic, parmesan, and some red pepper flakes for heat. I usually have these on hand to whip up a quick, tasty meal anytime. Tomatoes and zucchini are also great sources of vitamins A and C, potassium, and antioxidants.
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Simple And Juicy Sicilian Swordfish
Enjoy the bold and savory flavors of spicy Sicilian swordfish, packed with juicy tomatoes, aromatic garlic, briny Kalamata olives, capers, and a touch of red pepper. This easy-to-make, one-pan dish is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal, ready in less than 20 minutes, including prep time.
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Best Authentic Linguini With Clams | Linguini Alle Vongole
My friend M and I love to make Linguini Alle Vongole when we get together at her house in California. We have been perfecting the recipe for many years. The pancetta adds a smoky flavor. The first recorded recipe of a pasta alle vongole dates back to 1839. It originated in Naples and has remained very popular throughout the surrounding Campania region and in Rome. Delicious served with an arugula and parmesan salad and garlic bread.
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Easy and Amazing Creamy Tuscan Salmon Pasta
Easy Creamy Tuscan Salmon: Prepared with fresh pan-seared salmon in a Tuscan cream sauce made with butter, cherry or sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, pepper flakes, thyme, oregano, basil, a splash of white wine to deglaze, half and half, freshly grated parmesan, salt, and pepper. Believe it or not, this recipe takes less than 30 minutes from start to finish!
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Coq Au Vin, Tender and Savory Chicken With Wine
Coq au vin is a classic French stew. The chicken is braised slowly in red wine with a bit of brandy to create a tender and savory sauce with bacon, pearl onions, thyme, and mushrooms. Delicious served with garlic mashed potatoes or noodles, garnish with fresh parsley. My mother used to cook this recipe on special occasions, and it was a favorite of mine. Legend has it that coq au vin dates back to Julius Caesar’s…
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Amazing Linguine With Shrimp Scampi
Keep in mind that half a dish’s ability to WOW is about the quality of your ingredients. To that end, I suggest you always use the highest quality, freshest, and most organic ingredients you can find.For this recipe, I use all fresh vegetables, double zero Italian pasta (no preservatives or sugar – just wheat and water), and fresh shrimp. Whole Foods has all these things – including the pasta and a choice of fresh shrimp.The organic…
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Make the Perfect Filet Mignon
Cover the steak with fresh cracked pepper, sauté in garlic butter and fresh rosemary – pan-sear to medium-rare and finished in the oven. Purchase the highest quality grass-fed beef you can find or afford.
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Easy, Delicious Tagliatelle With Zucchini
Tagliatelle Alle Zucchine. This versatile Tuscan dish is wonderfully satisfying and easy to create. Other vegetables, such as summer squash, broccoli florets, artichoke hearts, or eggplant, can be added or substituted.
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Best Vibrant and Tasty Tacos
During my childhood, my mother often prepared these buffet-style tacos. They feature a delightful blend of flavors and a unique sauce. These tacos consist of corn tortillas cooked at home, ground beef, lettuce, tomato, red onion, shredded cheese, and tomato sauce. They are easy to make, and you probably have all the ingredients in your fridge. Indulge in this taco dish – not only is it simple, but it’s also a healthy, low-calorie option.
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Gilly’s Beautiful Bodacious Bolognese
Bolognese originated in Bologna, northern Italy, in the late 1800s. Savory and comforting, the traditional Bolognese ragu is rich and slow-cooked. It follows specific traditions that include a soffritto base, a mixture of pork and veal, pancetta, dry white wine, and milk. It was traditionally served with tagliatelle, not spaghetti. I started this recipe by exploring the original 1800s version and looking into different variations from some of my favorite chefs. Then, I put my own spin…
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Simple and Spectacular Pasta All’aglio E Olio
One of my favorite books is The Best Advice I Ever Got by Katie Couric. A chapter I especially love is one written by the famous chef Mario Batali. He describes this beautiful and straightforward pasta recipe and its relationship to life. Pasta, olive oil, garlic, red pepper, and fresh parsley; I have interpreted his comments to create my own recipe here. Please enjoy! Excerpt From: Katie Couric’s Book, The Best Advice I Ever Got. Mario Batali, Celebrity Chef…
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Best Easy Marinaded Chicken Breasts Camping-Style
This recipe makes super juicy, flavorful chicken breasts. I like to make the marinade the night before a camping trip. The chicken can marinate for hours or a couple of days. I also enjoy foil-wrapped corn on the cob and a little red potato salad (recipes on this website). The potato salad will last up to five days if kept cold in Tupperware.
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Simple and Juicy Foil-Wrapped Fish With Vegetables Camping-Style
Fresh fish filets wrapped in foil and roasted with vegetables make a healthy, simple dish suitable for camping. Tomatoes and olive oil keep it moist. Cook on the grill for 30-40 minutes. Use salmon, halibut, or swordfish with vegetables like squash, mushrooms, or asparagus. Try my foil-wrapped corn-on-the-cob recipe for a delicious side dish.
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Flavorful and Simple Grass-Fed Ribeye Steak With Sautéed Mushrooms
Pan-seared grass-fed ribeye steak with olive oil and butter, finished in the oven, topped with mushrooms sautéed in garlic butter, and garnished with fresh parsley. Great with a baked potato on the side.
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Simple Really Juicy Baked Garlic Lemon Chicken
This simple, delicious dish will become a favorite of your guests and family. How can you not love a go-to recipe like this? It is incredibly juicy and flavorful, yet requires minimal effort or shopping to prepare. I suggest serving it with rice pilaf or pasta, along with either a simple arugula salad with shaved Parmesan or zucchini sautéed in butter and thyme. Click ‘Read More’ to watch Gilly make the marinade.
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Foil Baked Salmon With Asparagus in a Lemon Butter Sauce
Salmon and asparagus baked together in foil. The sauce has some spice with hot sauce and cilantro (or parsley). This simple and satisfying dish is low-carb, paleo, gluten-free, and keto-friendly. Serve it with rice pilaf, garlic toast, or mashed potatoes. This recipe is also versatile. You can easily swap the fish or vegetables to suit your taste.
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Simple Wrapped Fish Filets in Wine With Fresh Vegetables
This recipe is very healthy and simple to prepare. It also reheats well if you have leftovers. Foil Roasting is also terrific if you are camping. You can cook this without the wine because the tomatoes and olive oil will keep it very moist – Wrap it completely in foil and cook on the grill for approx. 40 minutes. In the oven, it may take closer to 50 minutes. You can substitute almost any favorite vegetables…
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Easy, Creamy Tuscan Salmon With Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Easy Creamy Tuscan Salmon: Prepared with fresh pan-seared salmon in a Tuscan cream sauce made with butter, cherry or sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, pepper flakes, thyme, oregano, basil, a splash of white wine to deglaze, spinach, half and half, freshly grated parmesan, salt, and pepper. Believe it or not, this recipe takes less than 30 minutes from start to finish! Believe it or not, this recipe takes less than 30 minutes from start to finish!
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Easy and Fantastic, Tomato, Basil, Garlic Pomodoro Pasta
This easy-to-make and delicious dish is one of my favorite go-to pasta recipes. I love the way the garlic and basil make my kitchen smell. I often serve it with a simple side salad, such as arugula with parmesan and a lemon vinaigrette, available on this website in the Salads/Soups category. A brief history of Pasta Pomodoro’s story begins with the arrival of tomatoes in Europe, which were initially met with skepticism. By the 19th century,…
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Easy Filet of Sole Piccata
This fish dish is delicate, light, and melts in your mouth. I suggest serving it with rice pilaf and sauteed zucchini or garlic mashed potatoes and steamed broccoli. It calls for a petrale sole, but any flakey white fish can be substituted. Sand dabs, flounder, perch, or rock cod are good choices. I fell in love with this dish at the beautiful Hollywood restaurant Musso & Frank Grill, as their sand dabs recipe – the favorite…
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Simple Chicken and Mushroom Alfredo Pasta
A homemade creamy mushroom Alfredo with the addition of flavorful roast chicken enhances this easy and savory pasta. It’s quick to prepare, hearty, and satisfying—making it a perfect comfort food.
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Quick and Delicious Pan-Seared Salmon
Easy to make and packed with healthy omega-3 fatty acids and lean protein, it’s as good for you as it is delicious. The pure, natural taste of high-quality fish, beautifully brought to life by a quick sear on high heat with minimal seasoning. This pan-seared salmon is quick and easy to prepare, taking just ten minutes. It features a deliciously rich and buttery crust that is crispy and golden brown, perfectly complementing its juicy, tender interior.…
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Ultimate Meal: Pan-Seared Salmon, Sautéed Spinach, Garlic Toast
This meal falls into the zero-guilt category. Salmon, spinach, and garlic are considered ‘smart foods’ because they boost overall health and cognitive function. I refer to dishes like this as ‘clean’ food—simple yet delicious. It’s also low in calories, though I don’t focus on counting calories. My main focus is on quality and flavor.
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Best Lighter Authentic Creamy Fettuccine Alfredo
Rich, creamy, and lower in fat, this authentic recipe uses half-and-half instead of heavy cream. Filled with generous amounts of garlic and Parmesan, it’s sure to delight your taste buds. Plus, it pairs wonderfully with chicken, mushrooms, or steamed broccoli, making it a versatile and satisfying dish. Fettuccine Alfredo was created in 1908 by Alfredo di Lelio, an Italian restaurateur. That year was special for him—his wife had their first son, but she wasn’t feeling hungry.…
