Category Archives: Entrees

Looking to make the perfect main course? Our selections are delicious, easy, and sure to please!

Roasted Red Pepper Soup

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This soup is simply divine. I love everything about it. From the simplicity of making it, to the rich flavor that is achieved through the cooking process. The sweet flavor of the red bell pepper is intensified when they’re roasted. … Continue reading

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Quiche with Corn & Red Bell Pepper

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Quiche is perfect for any meal! I made this for brunch, served with a side salad. Soup is also a great accompaniment, since colder weather is on the way. Truth be known, quiche is great for using up those few … Continue reading

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Peppercorn Cauliflower Steaks

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I love vegetables and these cauliflower steaks are absolutely delicious. Served with jasmine rice and a side of sautéed mushrooms, it’s a hearty meal. Plus, it’s a unique way to serve cauliflower – making it the star! This recipes serves … Continue reading

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Salmon with Lemon & Dill

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We eat salmon at least once a week! It’s so good for you, touted as one of the healthiest foods on the planet. Loaded with Vitamin B12 (over 200% of the daily recommended value), Vitamin D, Selenium, Vitamin B3, Omega-3 … Continue reading

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Mexican Pizza

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I love making pizza at home. It’s really simple to make the dough yourself. The recipe below is my favorite for pizza crust & flatbread (rolled extra thin) and it turns out perfect every time. However, you always have the … Continue reading

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Udon Noodle Veggie Stir Fry

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Eat the rainbow… the more colors you eat, the healthier you’ll be. Of course, I’m talking about natural colors! The recipe I’m sharing today is very colorful, really tasty and comes together in just 15 minutes. Perfect for an easy … Continue reading

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Spaghetti Carbonara

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People always ask me if I cook at home, since I’m cooking everyday at The Curious Kitchen. My answer is “yes” – because dishes like this one come together in 20 minutes. While the pasta is cooking, I prepare the … Continue reading

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Moroccan Beef Stew

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It’s been a long time since I’ve done a recipe post… even though I’m cooking more than ever!! Last August, my daughter and I opened a recreational cooking school called The Curious Kitchen. A month passed by and we decided … Continue reading

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Roasted Cauliflower with Truffled Pea Dip and Feta Cream

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I got my inspiration for this dish from a roasted cauliflower appetizer at Etch Restaurant in Nashville. It was so amazingly delicious! I paid careful attention to every detail, texture and flavor as my daughter and I enjoyed the appetizer… … Continue reading

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Creamy Penne Pasta

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I haven’t done a post in a little bit, but it’s certainly not because I’ve been lazy. I caught spring fever this year ~ in a big way ~ and took on a couple home projects. Painting the master bedroom, … Continue reading

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Garlic Shrimp over Cheesy Garlic Polenta

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Oh Polenta… so deliciously creamy, garlicky and cheesy. This dish was incredible! Being Italian I was very familiar with polenta, but when we moved from California to Tennessee a few years ago, I was introduced to grits. So, what’s the … Continue reading

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Easy Beef Empanadas

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INGREDIENTS 1 pkg Puffed Pastry 1/2 lb. Laura’s lean Ground Beef 3 cloves Garlic, minced 2 Eggs, hardboiled and diced 1/4 cup Green Olives, diced 1/4 cup canned Tomatoes, chopped and drained 1 tsp Parsley 1/2 tsp Cumin 1/2 tsp … Continue reading

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Crab Nachos with Pepper Jack Bechamel Sauce

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I bought some King Crab on sale. I was so excited about the reduced price ($10.00 off per pound) that I bought several pounds. I made crab cakes. I made crab soup. Hmmmm… what to do with the remaining crab? … Continue reading

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