Grilled Peach and Chipotle Salsa Ingredients 6 firm, ripe peaches 2 shallots, peeled 1 red bell pepper, seeds removed 2 tsp. oil 1 large garlic clove, minced 1-2 chipotle peppers, canned in adobo sauce 2 Tb. chopped cilantro 1 lime 1 Tb. honey (if […]

  Spice up your summer with this nouveau twist on an old classic. This sweet, sour and spicy ice is sure to give that “hey wow” factor to your next barbeque. (hint: a great way to finish off a steak or hamburger dinner)   Meyer […]

  Prosciutto, Edamame & Cantaloupe Pasta with Lemon Glaze 16 oz. bag of Lensi Trottole #070 5 oz. Prosciutto ½ of a ripe Cantaloupe 1 cup chopped green onions 1 ½ cups shelled edamame 1-2 Meyer lemons, zested and juiced 1 Tb. butter 1 Tb. […]

It’s WHISKY WEEK on the blog and we’ve got you covered…even when it’s not cocktail hour. The pairing of whisky in food is a fun exploration, take it savory or sweet, you’ll find it adds depth to the flavor profile that is undeniable. Whether it’s […]

  Strawberry Pistachio Crumble Filling: 4 lbs, strawberries, stems removed and halved Zest of 1 lemon 3 Tb. Chambord (raspberry liquor) or Bourbon 1 tsp. vanilla extract ½ cup sugar 3 Tb. Cornstarch Topping: 1 cup of self-rising flour (or AP flour + 1 tsp […]

This modern twist on southern comfort food will put all you northerners at ease with preparing grits. Even the purest of southerners will curtsey at this familiar favorite.   Thanks for Sommer at A Spicy Perspective for such great photography and easy instructions. Shown: Farmhouse […]

    Fried Calamari Salad with Caperberries & Lemon Aioli. Crunchy, salty, fresh and creamy. All in this deliciously seasonal salad. Yummmm. This wonderful recipe is from Sommer Collier’s A Spicy Perspective and we are comin’ over at 5!  

  In many parts of Europe, including Germany, the ‘Osterlamm Kuchen’ (Easter Lamb Cake) is a central part of any Easter table. For Christians, the lamb symbolizes Christ, the ‘Lamb of God’. However, there is a general tradition, not confined to Christians, that Easter is […]

This delicious and healthy salad recipe is a great weekday standard. Plus it’s an excuse to break out the bok choy…and that’s always a good move. Passionately provided by Sommer Collier from A Spicy Perspective.        

It’s asparagus season and we can’t get enough. This flavorful spring treat is healthy, abundant in all the farm stands and nicely priced. There are so many ways to enjoy…from simple to sophisticated. This creamy soup falls somewhere in the middle…great for guests, great for […]