Seared Tuna with Gingered Plum Ragout is the creation of Chef Paul Warner, Executive Chef at The Oregon Zoo in Portland, Oregon. Plum Ragout is basically seasoned stewed plums.  In … Continued

Set it and forget it! Try this hearty Slow Cooker Balsamic Pork Chops and Gravy recipe for a savory dinner for the whole family to enjoy. I was in the … Continued

Spinach Salad with Strawberries recipe is one of my “must make” strawberry recipes, especially using the local strawberries during our local strawberry season.   This Spinach Salad is very pretty and … Continued

  Spring Potato Radish Salad is a wonderful salad to make when the new spring potatoes, fingerling potatoes and wonderful spring radishes are available.  Radishes provide a delicious crunch and an inviting color … Continued

Strawberries and Balsamic Vinegar are heavenly together!   This is a unique and delicious way to serve the beautiful local summer strawberries to your family and friends.  The balsamic vinegar … Continued

I found a recipe similar to this Stuffed Grilled Artichokes on a package of artichokes I bought at a grocery store.  I found it to be a much more flavorful … Continued

  While my daughter was on her beach vacation, she was introduced to fresh raw corn in a salad.  She loved the wonderful sweetness and crunch of the raw corn … Continued

  Watercress and Mushroom Salad is so simple to make and so good!  This is sure to become one of your family’s favorite salads. Watercress is a small, crisp member … Continued

Rich Tramonto says, “This charming little Watermelon Cubes with Aged Balsamic Vinegar Recipe is comprised of two ingredients, and when there are only two, they had better be the best … Continued

  If you love spinach salads, you will definitely love this very healthy wilted spinach salad with the addition of balsamic vinegar and fresh asparagus. Asparagus is my yearly classic … Continued

  Wilted Spinach Salad with Bacon and Balsamic Vinaigrette is a fabulous recipe that will make spinach lovers out of those spinach haters!  This is an easy-to-make salad with just … Continued