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Broccoli, bacon and pine nut pasta sauce

One of the greatest food disappointments in my life has been my inability to digest pasta dishes with tomato based sauces. I struggle with gluten, I struggle with concentrated tomato. … Continue reading

May 10, 2018 · 29 Comments

Lemony Pilau with Toasted Pinenuts

There are several varieties of rice on my pantry shelf, but I confess to falling off the locavore wagon when it comes to this wondrous grain because the irrigation of … Continue reading

March 18, 2015 · 17 Comments

Pumpkin, Parmesan and Prosciutto Risotto

Opinion is divided about how to correctly structure risotto. Purists claim it should be served soupy with very firm grain and simple flavouring. There is no argument from me that … Continue reading

June 12, 2013 · 17 Comments

Basil Pesto

In my home town, the word “pesto” has been adopted by the food industry as the catchphrase that describes a chunky textured dip that is made from herbs or vegetables … Continue reading

March 5, 2013 · 16 Comments

Roasted Pumpkin and Pine Nut Pasta Sauce

  My other half would eat pasta with a tomato based sauce for dinner every other night, while I prefer a little more variety, so this is a compromise dish, … Continue reading

July 1, 2012 · Leave a comment