Celery Root Puree (Mock Mashed Potatoes)

Celery Root Puree Seriously stop the presses.  We have all been living a potato paradise lie.  Celery root is delicious.  It is literally the bulbous root of the celery stock. It can be hard to find so ask your grocery.  The result is a beautiful marriage of creamy potato and the bright flavor of celery.  I…

Savory Lemon Chicken

Savory Lemon Chicken Ingredients 1 lemon 4 large or 8 small skin-on, boneless chicken thighs Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 3 sprigs oregano Fresh sage Fresh parsley 1 tablespoon minced shallot 1/2 garlic clove, minced 1/4 cup dry white wine (such as Sauvignon Blanc) 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth 3 tablespoons of course…

Beef Wellington

A flashy dish and an absolute favorite of my friend Wes, The Hungry Professor.  I try and make it for him whenever he is in town.  This dish turns any ordinary meal into an occasion.  Don’t let the multiple steps scare you off.  It is worth every second of effort. This recipe can be made using…

Grilled Broccoli

INGREDIENTS 3 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling 1 head broccoli, approximately 2 pounds, cored and cut into 1-inch florets 1/2 a red onion sliced Kosher salt, to taste 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley INSTRUCTIONS: In a large bowl, whisk together the…

Cauliflower Couscous

Cauliflower Couscous Since we don’t eat potatoes or wheat in my house… we often get bored of the same old starches.  I recently discovered this amazing dish on a trip to Salt Lake City.  It is so simple to make! INGREDIENTS: 1 head of fresh cauliflower 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 cloves garlic, chopped 1/8 cup…