
Some of my fondest memories are from when I lived and worked in Louisiana. The people of Louisiana and their food mesmerized me and when I think of Louisiana I think of gumbo.
Dinner

Today must be a two-for day! The prior posts on Israeli Couscous with Sugar Snap Peas & Asparagus was a teaser for the remainder of our dinner last night. Continue reading Seared Ancho Chile Crusted Tuna served with Avocado Corn Salsa (The rest of the story)

This is a really beautiful dish I have been wanting to post for a while. Continue reading Israeli Couscous with Sugar Snap Peas & Asparagus

This is another of one of those WOW moments in our culinary journey. Continue reading Cavatappi in Eggplant Crust (Timballo)

Cornish Game Hens are a lovely dish with everyone getting their own little hen on their plate. They are perfect for those special dinners when you want something a little different and elegant. Continue reading Roasted Brined Cornish Game Hens with Pomegranate Sauce

Baby Lady gets tickled with me sometimes because when we fix something really good I always tell her “you could serve that on a rock and the rock would be delicious.” This meal is one of those “You could serve that on a rock” moments. The sauce that comes out of this dish is one of the finest I have ever made or eaten, bar none. Continue reading Chicken with 40 Cloves of Garlic
The combination of anchovies, olives and capers gives this sauce a robust flavor. The swordfish being such a meaty fish is key to holding up to this strong, briny puttanesca sauce. You will like this, I guarantee!