Summer Corn and Peach Salad

Don’t you hate coming home on weeknights and wonder what you’re going to make, with the thought of having to go back out to the grocery store almost too much to bear that the stale crackers and can of soup in the pantry look to be a palatable option? Drew Masterman has offered another great…

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Parmesan Cups

Quick and simple for entertaining, it’s easy to whip some of these parmesan cups and serve with dips or use as a decorative yet edible salad bowl or to even serve a side of risotto. I recently made some for a dinner party and served a smoked salmon salad in them- even to my chagrin…

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Grilled Italian Meatballs with Peperonata

Instead of touring a “foodie” hotspot this week on days off with wife Jen, Drew Masterman- a chef at Teatro Restaurant decided to stay in and make his version of Italian Meatballs with Peperonata. We are lucky enough for him to take the time to share it with C&C. Drew’s trick to the meatballs is the…

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Sugar Daddy

Move over Crave there’s a new kid in town, Jelly Modern Doughnuts is now also providing sugary goodness.  The gourmet doughnut shop offers a sweet selection from the likes of Maple Bacon, Strawberry Shortbread and Peanut Butter and Jelly to name a few.  A dozen specialty doughnuts is around $24, which is a great option for a…

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Summer Sweet

For Sunday dinner I decided to make a heavy yet delicious menu of mushroom risotto, dilled beets and Guinness and Port beef short-ribs. Not your classic summer meal but lucky the rain set in so it made it all the more cozy. However I didn’t want to pair a decadent rich dessert with all that…

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Quick Pickle

In preparation for BBQ season I thought I would try this quick pickled Beans with Garlic and Dill that allows you to have a lovely jar of produce to use as appetizers or garnish for drinks. I think it adds a special nostalgic touch and since I don’t seem to have enough time for canning,…

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