Tag: Spinach

Orzo with Spinach and Pine Nuts in a pretty dish from Louisville Stoneware

Orzo with Spinach and Pine Nuts

I write a lot about the seasons here and yet, like true friendship, some recipes transcend the seasons. Orzo with Spinach and Pine Nuts is one of those recipes. This silky pasta dish, somewhere between a velvety risotto and a comforting mac and cheese, has been a family favorite for nearly as long as I’ve been cooking. A good friend shared it with me soon after we met…

Oysters Buffett, in shell with spinach, crumb and parmesan topping

Oysters Buffett

Fresh Local Seafood One of the best things about living in the Pacific Northwest is the ready availability of fresh regional seafood. It is easy to find a variety of salmon, Pacific halibut, shrimp, clams, oysters and Dungeness crab. Most can be found at the local grocery store. Still, I […]

Italian Supper Soup, made with orzo, white beans, and spinach in a vegetable broth, served in a shallow white bowl.

Italian Supper Soup

Easy to make on short notice, or even prepare in advance, Italian Supper Soup combines pantry staples with fresh spinach to create a warm and nourishing dinner option that accommodates a challenging schedule.

Meals for One

In some ways this is a strange time for me to start a food blog. While it seems my family has always been busy and meals have been erratic for years, I just sent my middle child off to college and now I have even fewer mouths to feed at […]