02 Saturday Jan 2016
Posted in appetizers, love to cook, vegetarian
I was walking with a friend last week and out of the blue… ‘stuffed artichokes’ to which I emphatically replied ‘yes’ love them. Then I couldn’t get them off my mind. Are you an artichoke fan? Steamed, then pull their lushes pedals off one by one and dunk them in butter or better yet a mayo/mustard dip?? Are you with me? Continue reading »
9,150 total views, 2 views today
19 Thursday Nov 2015
Posted in love to cook, pasta, seafood
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butter, clam juice, garlic, linguine, littleneck clams, parsley, white wine
Linguini with White Clam Sauce. Sometimes simple is simply the best. In the time it takes to cook the pasta, you can prepare the heavenly garlic butter white wine clam sauce. Continue reading »
11,465 total views, 1 views today
27 Monday Oct 2014
Besides how delicious this Chicken Piccata recipe is, it also comes together quickly from ingredients likely already in your fridge/pantry. That qualifies this as a great week night meal. Continue reading »
165,692 total views, 8 views today
27 Tuesday May 2014
Posted in love to cook, side dishes, vegetarian
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arborio rice, butter, chicken broth, cream, garlic, onion, parmesan cheese, white wine
Once you learn how to make a Basic Risotto you’ll have a blank canvas for flavor possibilities. The main ingredient in risotto is a cup of patience and 30 minutes of your undivided attention. Trust me it’s worth every ounce. Continue reading »
4,747 total views, 1 views today
04 Thursday Jul 2013
Posted in cocktails & coffees, love to cook
Summer Thyme Sangria {with Watermelon & Rosemary}
We recently attended a “Stock the Bar” Wedding Shower for the daughter of our good friends. One of the libations being served was a beautiful batch of Sangria, loaded with fresh berries and fruits. I eat (in this case drink) with my eyes first and that Sangria called me, by name. Continue reading »
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20 Monday May 2013
Posted in healthy choices, love to cook, soups, stews, chili, tips & techniques
Homemade Cream of Mushroom Soup.
I recently saw a fb post from a well known blogger that asked followers if they used canned goods in their cooking. She received hundreds of comments that ranged from “NEVER” with a long list of the reasons why not to, to “My husband and I both work. Coming home to a crock-pot meal (that calls for cream of…) allows me time to play with my daughter before bed.” Continue reading »
18,561 total views, 4 views today
13 Saturday Apr 2013
Posted in appetizers, love to cook, seafood
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chicken broth, Franks hot sauce, garlic, grits, shallot, shrimp, white wine
Deconstructed Shrimp & Grits ~ One small bite at a time.
I’m not sure where to begin with this one. I was fumbling around the kitchen one Saturday afternoon, clearly making no headway on dinner. An ensuing melt-down in the making (doesn’t happen often but apparently there are precursors). To head it off, I was given a challenge. “Forget dinner. You have one hour to create an appetizer, something you’ve never made before. Then we’ll decide about dinner.” Continue reading »
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01 Friday Mar 2013
Posted in beef, pork, lamb, love to cook
If you’ve been following Lemony Thyme for a bit, you’ve probably picked up on our love for slow braising meats. So much so, I added the category B is for Braising to our recipe roster. Whether it be a Beef Pot Roast, Pork Chops, Beef Shanks, Chicken in a Pot, or this gorgeous Boston Butt Pork Roast, braising takes any cut of meat and turns it into tender love. Continue reading »
69,101 total views, 10 views today
25 Monday Feb 2013
Posted in chicken & turkey, healthy choices, love to cook
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capers, lemon, lemony thyme, sage, turkey tenderloin, white wine
Jennie-O’s Ground Turkey, Italian Turkey Sausage, and All Natural Turkey Breast Tenderloins are all staples at our house, especially when we’re in Healthy Living mode…which is probably in order more often than not :) I originally made this Turkey Piccata recipe a couple years ago when I was a die-hard Weight Watchers girl. This dish has no lack of flavor but by simply exercising portion control AND measuring the added fats (as in measuring spoon) it can be a very figure friendly meal. Continue reading »
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07 Monday Jan 2013
Posted in chicken & turkey, gluten free, love to cook, spice exploration
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Peruvian Chicken. When my co-worker Cindy told me she had a recipe that was right up my alley…I listened. She knows me. Peruvian Chicken she promised was packed full of incredible make-you-get-a-little-giddy flavor…and wouldn’t you know this recipe is just in time for Winter Thyme Spice Exploration. She really knows me. Continue reading »
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