Creamy Shrimp Orzo with Basil Oil combines tender orzo in a parmesan cream sauce with quickly cooked shrimp and an herby basil oil drizzle. This delightful recipe marries the succulence of shrimp, the richness of a creamy sauce, and the aromatic charm of basil oil, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will leave your taste buds singing. Basil oil is the highlight of this dish and crafting this verdant elixir is a breeze – a fusion of fresh basil leaves and extra-virgin olive oil, blended to perfection. The result? A fragrant, herbaceous oil that sets the stage for the luxurious experience that follows. Plump, succulent shrimp sautéed to a…
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Lemon Ginger Dipped Cookie is baked soft and chewy with fresh grated lemon and ginger dipped in lemon icing. Similar to the classic molasses cookie but upgraded with fresh grated ginger and lemon icing with fresh lemon zest. These fresh ingredients really take it up a notch and add layers of flavor. Molasses adds another layer and depth of flavor, especially when combined with earthy spices like cinnamon and clove. The dipped lemon icing with lemon zest brightens all those flavors. These cookies will go quick! Make sure to double the batch…they’re pretty irresistible. I just love how the flavors take me back to childhood memories of my grandfather. He…
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Peppermint Crunch Cookies are a rich and chewy chocolate cookie dipped in creamy white chocolate and peppermint candies. An easy bake from scratch cookie recipe to get you in the Christmas spirit. Whether you’re leaving cookies for Santa or giving as gifts, these Peppermint Crunch Cookies are sure to bring a smile to your face. Add some holiday spirit to a basic chocolate cookie recipe with seasonal Hershey’s peppermint kisses. Crush them up and sprinkle over warm cookies or add the entire kiss to the top! I have made these Peppermint Crunch Cookies several different ways. If you can’t find Hershey’s Peppermint Kisses, just use crushed candy cane pieces. It’s…
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Dungeness Crab Capellini is light with plenty of crab, hints of lemon, chives and bacon with a splash of cream. Dungeness crab is native to the northwest and loved for its rich buttery taste. It’s one of my absolute favorite seafood indulgences. Every bite takes me back to days of fishing and crabbing on the family boat. Our pots were always full of crab and it was my job to crack them and pick out the meat for dinner. The hard part was trying not to eat it all during the process! If you don’t have access to a boat, you can find Dungeness crab in most seafood sections of…
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Manila Clams with Angel Hair in a light lemon garlic sauce with smoky pieces of bacon and fresh torn basil. Perhaps my favorite dinner of summer. Light enough for warm nights but satisfying as a meal. It’s got all the fresh flavors from the lemon garlic sauce to the fresh torn basil. It just feels like what you should be eating outdoors on a nice warm night. Plus, manila clams are super fun to eat! Manila clams are local to the Pacific Northwest and are known for their sweet and meaty texture. Their shells are thinner than most clams, leaving more room for meat. If you’re in the area, stop…
