INGREDIENTS: 1/4 cup crushed pineapple 4 fresh Blenheim apricots, diced 6 strawberries 1/2 banana 1 1/2 cups ice 1 tablespoon skim milk powder 1 heaping tablespoon high-quality protein powder (optional) 1 teaspoon flax seed oil (optional) METHOD: In a blender, process the fruit with the rest of the ingredients. Blend until thoroughly mixed and serve....Read More

When it comes to preparing foods I find at the farmers market I like to keep it simple and let the ingredients speak for themselves. The farmers put a lot of work into growing amazingly flavorful produce so I just let them do all the hard work. Throwing a meal together is the easy part...Read More

“These rich but not too sweet shortbread cookies have just a hint of sweet lavender fragrance and flavor. They are perfect to serve with tea, milk or lemonade. I make several batches to divide up and tuck into pretty decorative boxes or tins I’ve lined with pastel tissue paper. Be prepared to share the recipe...Read More

This delectable dessert is perfect for a summer picnic or barbecue, but this cake must remain refrigerated until served. (1) Make one recipe of Lemon Glow Chiffon Cake. Let cool completely. (2) Whip until stiff: 2 cups heavy cream 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract (3) Toss together in a bowl...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 2 1/4 cups sifted cake flour 1 1/2 cups sugar 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup safflower oil 1/2 cup yolks 1 1/4 cups whites (7 large eggs, separated, + 3 additional whites) 2/3 cup water 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest 1 teaspoon vanilla 1...Read More

This traditional Greek recipe features fresh spring vegetables and flavor! INGREDIENTS: 2 pounds fresh green peas, washed 2 pounds fresh red potatoes, with the skins on, washed and diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 red onion, small, chopped 1 small can tomato paste 2 sprigs fresh dill Salt, pepper Extra virgin olive oil, as needed...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 2 large yams (or 4 small yams) 2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda 1/4 teaspoon cloves 1 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon salt 2 cups sugar 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil 4 eggs 2 tablespoons orange zest METHOD: Place washed whole yams on a baking sheet, pierce, and bake at...Read More

“This was one of my childhood favorites! It’s my Grandma’s carrot cake recipe with cream cheese icing. We used to make them in little loaf pans for maximum icing coverage!” — Pastry Chef Marina Sousa INGREDIENTS: Cake 3 cups grated carrots 4 eggs 2 cups sugar 1 1/2 cups Crisco vegetable oil 2 teaspoons baking...Read More

“This impressive dish is a lot easier than it looks.” — Kerry Loutas INGREDIENTS: 4 filet mignon steaks, 5 oz. each, well chilled 8 oz. mixed wild mushrooms, roughly chopped 1 small shallot, minced 1 thick slice of pancetta, chopped (or 2 slices of smoked bacon, blanched and chopped) 3/4 oz. Malmsey Madeira or sweet...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 2 large sweet potatoes 1 ripe avocado 1 red onion, sliced Sprouts or micro greens Sliced jack cheese 4 Ciabatta rolls (or favorite sandwich roll) Honey Dijon Poppyseed dressing (recipe below) METHOD: Cut sweet potatoes four times each so that you have four large rounds, leaving the skin on. Bring a saucepan of water...Read More