Culinary Guides

Basil oil is perfect when you want a hint of basil but want to avoid overpowering the flavors of summer's ripest corn or tomatoes. Try drizzling it over just-grilled bread, tossing it with steamed green beans and sea salt, or...

This is a delicious basil-flavored butter recipe. I love it tossed into hot pasta or on grilled veggies and corn on the cob. This simple yet flavorful recipe enhances the taste of your dishes with the fresh aroma of basil...

This lovely meal is comfort food at its best. If you have yet to have the pleasure of cooking with rutabaga, you are in for a real treat. It is slightly sweet with a hint of savory and gives regular...

This is one of those recipes that combines simple hearty ingredients that come together to create a damn fine soup. This soup could not be easier to make and I hope you all enjoy it as much as we do....

This soup will not win any beauty contests but who cares? It’s delicious! There’s a good amount of garlic and onion to spice things up and with a large handful of cilantro and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice at...

This recipe is a fun way to get some zesty mustard greens into your diet. Mustard greens are a lovely spring vegetable and I add them to salads and stir-fries. They also make a great pesto. This quiche combines the...

The inspiration for this recipe came from “The Prairie Homestead Cookbook” by Jill Winger. It’s a beautiful recipe to turn to if you need to clean your fridge or freezer. I adapted the original recipe to use what we had...

The trick to a delicious onion dip is to caramelize your onions. This takes some time but trust me, folks, it is worth every second. The onions become rich, decadent, and mouthwateringly sweet. I mix them in with some extra...

This dish is a wonderful combination of sweet and savory flavors. The fennel and onions caramelize beautifully in the oven, and the prosciutto adds a deliciously salty and rich element. It's perfect as a side dish or even as a...

This is a fabulous recipe for banana peppers stuffed with an Italian sausage mixture and baked in a delicious tomato sauce. Ingredients 8 banana peppers 2 tablespoons butter ½ cup chopped onion ½ cup chopped celery 1 (28-ounce) can crushed...