White Soda Bread

Ok, not gluten free… but a staple for St. Pats! INGREDIENTS: 3 1/2 Cups of all purpose flour 1 Teaspoon baking soda 1 Teaspoon salt 12 oz of buttermilk   INSTRUCTIONS: Preheat the oven to 425 F. degrees.  Lightly grease and flour a cake pan. In a large bowl  and combine all the dry ingredients….

Green Pea Hummus

  INGREDIENTS: 15 ounce package of green peas, thawed 3 large cloves of roasted garlic 1 lemon, juiced 1/2 cup of tahini 1/4 cup water 1/2 teaspoon of coriander 1/2 teaspoon cumin 1/4 cup olive oil 1 tablespoon fresh flat-leaf parsley Kosher salt Freshly ground pepper INSTRUCTIONS: Combine the peas, roasted garlic, lemon juice, coriander, cumin,…

Goat Cheese Spinach and Artichoke Dip

I LOVE spinach artichoke dip.  Sadly it is always packed with cream cheese, Parmesan and mozzarella.  Here is my perfected cow dairy free version. INGREDIENTS: One 12-ounce jar of artichoke hearts, drained and rough chopped 10 ounces of  frozen spinach 1 pound soft goat cheese 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 teaspoons lemon juice 1 garlic…

Wine Tasting Party

In preparation for our 25th anniversary party, I thought I would share a party staple… wine and cheese boards.  Multiple wines pair nicely with multiple flavors so much of it comes down to a matter of taste.  I am sure that a Sommelier could find a dozen flaws in my pairings but it passes casual inspection. …

New Years Eve Black Eyed Pea Hummus

New Years Eve black Eyed Pea Hummus. Looking for a new way to get your annual black eyed peas in?  Here is the perfect New Year’s Eve Dip! INGREDIENTS: 15 ounce package of frozen black-eyed peas, thawed 3 large cloves of roasted garlic 1 lemon, juiced 1/2 cup of tahini 1/4 cup water 1/2 teaspoon of coriander…