The name of this dish alone makes me smile. The layers of chicken, cheese, and ham folded over resemble a wallet, ready to slip into your pocket! Simple, yet delicious!
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Stuffed Flank Steak with Blistered Cherry Tomatoes
I recently made a wonderful dinner for my family. I had three saute pans sizzling away on the stove top and my pasta pot bubbling, calling for the linguine to dive in! The strainer was in the sink, sheet pans were in the oven holding the warm dishes that were done…you name it! While my…
Grilled Peach Salad with Crispy Prosciutto, Feta Cheese and Baby Arugula
This Thursday, I am excited to work alongside my Bull family at the Lodi Farmer’s Market! Our booth will be located at the corner of School and Oak Street, on the sidewalk near the Lodi Post Office parking lot. Make sure to stop by and say hello! You will have the opportunity to see our…
July 4th Slow Cooked BBQ Rib Sandwich with Potato Salad & Watermelon Granita
I love the Fourth of July. When I was a kid, this holiday brought the entire family together for a day of endless fun and wonderful food. The day started early for the men, setting up the bbq for a glorious day of cooking. The women played Tetris in the fridge, carefully balancing their jello…
Pizza with Figs, Caramelized Onions, Prosciutto and Blue Cheese
As my sister and her family make their way from Cortina d’Ampezzo in the Dolomites to the romantic town of Lago de Como, Italy, I find myself living vicariously through their amazing food adventure. Daily, I wait with anticipation to see what photos she will send. What Italian dish will she be savoring today? My…
Grilled Halibut Steak with Corn & Mango Salsa
The heat of summer has definitely set in. With triple-digit temperatures forecasted for the upcoming week, there is no looking back! When it is this hot, I definitely like to eat light and fresh.
Father’s Day Smoked Turkey Legs
Some of the fondest memories I have from my college days are those special weekends when my parents would come down to Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo for a visit. Reunited with my family, we would head down to the Thursday afternoon farmers’ market in charming downtown SLO. Without fail, my father would immediately…
Farmers’ Market Pork Skewers with Grilled Avocado
Every Spring, I anticipate the start of Lodi’s beloved Farmers’ Market. Banners line the downtown Lodi streets, reminding the locals of opening day. The market runs for three months every Thursday, beginning on May 18th and ending on August 31st. Booths open at 5 pm and shut down by 8:30. I love this local summer…
Burger Dog Madness
With the month of May coming to an end, I want to pay tribute to “Burger Month” in this week’s recipe. I’ve created a recipe that will be perfect to serve while watching the NBA finals on the big screen. This recipe is a wonderful alternative to the traditional hotdog, taking out the actual hot dog…