INGREDIENTS: 1/4 teaspoon oregano1/4 teaspoon basil1/4 teaspoon rosemary1/4 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)Freshly ground black pepper1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes2 cloves garlic, minced and mashed1/4 cup extra virgin olive oilAged balsamic vinegar, if desired METHOD: Place the oregano, basil, rosemary and salt in a small bowl and stir to combine. Add crushed garlic, stirring...Read More

Ohitashi is a classic of Japanese cuisine and is sometimes called Japanese spinach salad.  Typically, the spinach is marinated in a broth based on “dashi” which is a broth made of dried smoked bonito flakes and seaweed. This is a simpler version using water.  To make this even easier, simply remove the stems entirely from...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1 egg white, lightly beaten 1 tablespoon curry powder 2 teaspoons ground cumin 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon salt 4 cups walnuts, halves or pieces METHOD: In a large bowl, combine egg whites with spices; stir in walnuts and stir to coat thoroughly. Coat a large, shallow baking pan...Read More

This Edamame Walnut Dip is a fresh, healthy appetizer that is full of flavor and delicious served with toasted pita, seed crackers or crudites. INGREDIENTS: 1 cup fresh or frozen shelled edamame (soybeans) 3/4 cup walnuts 1/2 cup lightly packed parsley 1/4 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt 1 small clove garlic, pressed 1/4 teaspoon salt...Read More

Always an impressive holiday first course — serve the marinated shrimp cradled in a lettuce leaf ‘cup’ on a chilled plate or in a martini or champagne coupe glass with a sprig of fresh dill. INGREDIENTS: 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise 1/2 cup sour cream 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice 1/4 cup sugar 1 large red...Read More