Time needed: 30 minutes

Couscous with Red Pepper and Tofu

Tidbits...Cous cous is the ultimate one plate meal.  It is healthy and takes very little time to cook....

Happy Holidays (Pasta)

These pasta recipes were my gift to my son, and I want to share them with all of you, too. Happy Holidays Gianluca... You always call...

Vol au Vent Kumquat Chantilly Cream

Tidbits...I like to keep these small nests of puff pastry in my pantry for an easy elegant dessert. The shells are pre-baked , the Chantilly...

Pappardelle with Ribbon Zucchini and Oyster Mushrooms

Tidbits... This is just the beginning of mushroom season. Oyster mushrooms (Pleurotus) are a fragrant, mild flavored mushroom that blend well with the zucchini and...

Orecchiette and Broccoli

Tidbits... This is a very simple pasta dish.  Use a good quality olive oil and cook the pasta and broccoli al dente....

Vol-au-Vent with Cranberry Chantilly Cream

Tidbits...This is an impressive dessert on very short notice. The chantilly cream can be made in advance and refrigerated. Fold in whipped cream just before...