Gluten Free Adaptable

Recipes within this category are either completely gluten free or can be made gluten free with a substitution to one ingredient.

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Chicken Ragu

February 14, 2012

Whenever we make anything like this, I take the “season to taste” thing overboard. I pretend that I am still seasoning the sauce, but in actuality am standing over the pot with a spoon, stealing [...]

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Steak and Egg

February 8, 2012

Simple, decadent and quick. This is our kind of meal. Cook it for one, two or more. Roasted asparagus is so easy to make and is the perfect side to sop up runny egg yolk. [...]

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Salted Caramel Sauce

February 1, 2012

Remember our salted butter caramels? How about our salted caramel chocolate chip cookies? If so, you are going to love this! The other day, my mom came over for lunch. After lunch, we sat down [...]

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Goat Cheese Stuffed Chicken Meatballs

January 16, 2012

Meatballs call to us, we love them, adore them, crave them … Anything stuffed does pretty much the same thing. So, these little babies had no chance once they came out of the oven, no [...]

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Kale Pesto Pasta

January 11, 2012

Pasta is a common dinner in our house, so we are always on the lookout for new ways to enjoy it. We are huge fans of Basil pesto, but didn’t have any fresh basil on [...]

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Chili Lime Kale Chips

January 9, 2012

Ever had kale chips? If the answer was “no” - you need to. They are easy to make, healthy and deliciously addictive. If the answer was “yes” - you know you want to make them [...]

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Shredded Beef Tacos

January 7, 2012

umm. yeah. We love tacos, don’t you? We love them even more after eating these. We braise (cook something that has liquid added and is covered with a lid or foil) beef with our favorite [...]

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Roasted Parsnip Puree

January 1, 2012

Need an easy side dish idea for your next dinner party or meal? Try parsnips. I grew up on parsnips, well usually parsnips and carrots together. We like to think of them as the sweetness [...]

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Lavender Honey Chicken

December 27, 2011

Sweet, earthy and sticky. This chicken is so good. Start by buying a whole chicken that has been quartered. Try to go for the chicken that still has the bone in and the skin on. [...]

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Roasted Stuffed Peppers

December 21, 2011

Women in my family have been making a version of these for years. The original recipe came from a Delia Smith cookbook and has been adapted and tweaked from there. Here is our version. These [...]

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Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

December 20, 2011

Okay, let’s be honest… a holiday meal means seconds (or thirds)… what is the one thing Adam or I will almost always go back for? Mashed potatoes… oh, how we love mashed potatoes. Ever had [...]

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Creamy Vegetable Soup {revisited}

December 13, 2011

We woke up this morning with a long list of to-dos, by noon, not one of the items on that list was crossed off. We were spinning our wheels. Ever had a day like that? [...]

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Pretzel, Cranberry and Toasted Coconut Bark

December 10, 2011

I wish we could say that we made this to give as a gift (this would be a great gift) or to have on hand when friends come over (it would be great for that, [...]

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Pan Roasted Chicken with Thyme

December 7, 2011

Chicken with crispy golden brown skin can only be described as heavenly. It’s easy, too – really, it is. We have been waiting to share this one with you, since we started talking to Nina [...]

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Salted Caramels

December 4, 2011

I don’t know what it is, but Joanne LOVES cooking with sugar. She gets all giddy when she sees bubbling sugar on our stove. So, it was not a surprise when this recipe was added [...]

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Easy Hot Wings

December 2, 2011

Every time we are sitting in a restaurant and someone walks by with a fresh plate of hot wings from the kitchen, we die. Well, not really, instead of dying, we promptly find our server [...]

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Tomato Soup with Lemon and Thyme

December 1, 2011

Remember this recipe for Cardamom Roasted Tomato Pasta? It was light and so delicious from cardamom and roasted lemon peel that we decided to roast tomatoes again, but this time with thyme and lemon. It [...]

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Cardamom Roasted Tomato Pasta

November 28, 2011

We ate entirely too much on Thursday (and Friday). We’re back home in need of something light. This pasta recipe fits the bill. Sweet cherry tomatoes, garlic, cardamom pods and lemon zest are roasted in [...]

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Gingered Green Beans

November 22, 2011

An easy side of tender green beans with lightly toasted fresh ginger and butter.

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Pumpkin Spice Latte at Home

November 17, 2011

I’m a Pumpkin Spice Latte type of girl. Adam, he’s more into the Gingerbread Latte. With that said, I think I’m right, so I thought we could share this recipe we worked on for Betty [...]

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Ginger Pumpkin Parfait

November 11, 2011

Sweetened pumpkin and cream cheese are layered with ginger cookies and whipped cream for an easy dessert that can be made up to one day in advance.

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Warm Cabbage and Apple Salad

November 10, 2011

A step-by-step recipe for a warm red cabbage salad with apples and celery.

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Smoky Green Salad with Bacon

November 7, 2011

We are big fans of homemade salad dressing. It’s quick, easy and so flexible. Our basic recipe is to combine vinegar + Dijon mustard + something sweet + olive oil. For this, we went with [...]

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Kale with Egg and Toast

October 24, 2011

Kale topped with a runny egg, over warm toast – divine!

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Sweet and Spicy Butternut Squash

October 20, 2011

Maple syrup and Sriracha make this roasted butternut squash addictive.

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Baked Drumsticks with Rosemary

October 20, 2011

Our recipe for oven baked chicken drumsticks with rosemary. So easy!

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Bacon Roasted Potatoes

October 13, 2011

We cook baby potatoes twice, once by boiling, once in bacon drippings then, top with sour cream, green onion and bacon!

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Baked Chili Shrimp

October 12, 2011

It doesn’t happen too often around here, but every once and a while, we can find head-on shrimp. If we see them, we buy them – it is the perfect “Adam and Joanne” meal, quick, [...]

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Braised Fennel

October 1, 2011

We’ve been on a veggie kick lately – our Cheddar Roasted Broccoli was probably our most recent favorite. Here’s another easy side: Start with one or two fennel bulbs (we recommend using one bulb if [...]

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Salmon with Grilled Nectarines and Goat Cheese

September 29, 2011

The other day, we walked into the produce section and were hit, like a truck, with the smell of peaches and nectarines, we had to buy some. The season is coming to a close, so [...]

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Cheddar Roasted Broccoli

September 21, 2011

Where are our broccoli fans? How about broccoli-cheddar soup fans? This, you will love! We adapted Ina Garten’s Parmesan Roasted Broccoli for this. Roasting broccoli is genius, you see, it’s all about the texture. The [...]

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Sweet and Spicy Oven Baked Ribs

September 14, 2011

Some might have the impression that ribs are one of those dishes that should be left to the “pit masters.” That couldn’t be further from the truth! Now, we admit that this isn’t the quickest [...]

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Brie with Spiced Honey and Walnuts

September 7, 2011

Brie with Spiced Honey and Walniuts Recipe

Need a simple appetizer or dessert idea? This is it! Room temperature brie cheese is topped with spiced warm honey and toasted walnuts. Just remove the cheese from the fridge about one hour before serving, [...]

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Tomato Salad

September 6, 2011

Don’t miss out on tomato season! Depending on where you live, its coming to a close, so, what better way to celebrate juicy, ripe, sweet seasonal tomatoes, than tossed with some extra virgin olive oil, [...]

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Oven Roasted Corn with Chipotle Butter

August 24, 2011

We often crave corn on the cob, don’t you? We love how sweet and juicy it can be and let’s not forget that any food that comes with it’s own handle (the husks) is pretty [...]

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Chilled Tomato Soup: Gazpacho

August 15, 2011

Not sure why, but until this year, we have never been too fond of chilled soups. Luckily though, likes and dislikes change as we grow up — When I first met Adam, there were two [...]

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Frozen Fruit Skewers with Chocolate Drizzle

July 11, 2011

We had so much fun making and munching on these skewers! They are perfect for kids of all ages, even those who may be kids-at-heart and not specifically by age. The trick with these is [...]

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How to Make Chocolate Creme Brulee (video)

June 22, 2011

Recently, Adam’s mother walked across a big stage to receive a degree she has been working towards for the past few years. We were all there, cheering her on, even our niece, who turned one [...]

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Honey Sriracha Beef Skewers

June 6, 2011

If we were stuck on an island and had to survive on just a few things, Sriracha would be on our list of necessities. At the moment, we have not one, but two bottles in [...]

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Roasted Portobello with Eggs

May 16, 2011

I can’t believe Joanne and I are finally able to share this recipe with you. You see, we have wanted to share this recipe with you for a looooong time now. It’s hands down our [...]

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Roasted Beet Salad

May 10, 2011

For a while now, Adam has had his eye on beets. Every time we walk through the store, he always seems to gravitate to the beets, strange, I know. Maybe he remembers a salad he [...]

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Sweet Pepper Poppers

March 9, 2011

Mini sweet peppers stuffed with cheese and bacon then topped with buttery breadcrumbs and baked for an easy appetizer that can be made ahead of time.

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Baked Chicken Drumsticks with Old Bay

February 15, 2011

We both grew up in Annapolis, Maryland. We both love Maryland. We both love Old Bay. Old Bay on grilled corn, Old Bay on crabs, but our favorite? Old Bay Dusted Chicken Drumsticks. So simple, [...]

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Olives with Lemon Confit and Chili Flakes

February 14, 2011

Lemon confit is one of those buzz words, and rightly so. It sounds fancy, tastes delicious, elevates dishes and honestly, is not that difficult to prepare. There are various methods out there on how to [...]

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Carrots with Pomegranate Glaze

January 10, 2011

We, my friends, are on serious withdrawal. It was only five days ago that our plane touched down at Washington Dulles Airport after the most awe-inspiring, mouth-watering, eye-opening trip to Paris. We had never been, [...]

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Roasted Pears

December 14, 2010

Need a holiday dessert idea? Try these delicious roasted pears; we posted them last year and loved them so much that we just had to share them again! Adam and I are not the biggest [...]

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Roasted Carrots and Parsnips with Mint

November 18, 2010

If you were asked to name the most memorable food or dish from your childhood, what would it be? For Joanne, it’s carrots and parsnips. Every holiday meal incorporated roasted carrots and parsnips … and [...]

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Roasted Acorn Squash with Walnuts and Cranberries

November 17, 2010

From the Archives: Posted November 2, 2009. Enjoy! Take an already delectable dish up a notch. Roast some inexpensive acorn squash that has been cut into wedges and topped with some olive oil, salt, pepper [...]

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Roasted Yellow Beets and Carrots with Sage

September 21, 2010

Have you ever had writer’s block? It stinks, doesn’t it. We have been there for a couple weeks now, but it wasn’t just the writing part, it was the cooking part too, ugh! It is [...]

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Salt Roasted Potatoes

September 15, 2010

Place fingerling potatoes on top of a bed of kosher salt, then bake in the oven until tender for a deceptively simple, yet extraordinary side dish.

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Grilled Swordfish with Coriander and Lime

August 11, 2010

Whole Foods, a Nova Scotia fishery and the Marine Stewardship Council have teamed up to introduce sustainable swordfish for the summer. After buying a steak to share, we simply seasoned with salt, pepper and coriander, grilled our steak and topped with butter, cilantro leaves and lime.

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Almonds with Thyme and Sea Salt

July 21, 2010

Simply take raw almonds and cook over medium-low heat in fruity olive oil then finish with fresh thyme and course sea salt for a easy, yet elegant snack or addition to your next tapas party.

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White Bean Soup

July 7, 2010

Sauteed onions and garlic are cooked with rosemary, chicken stock and cannellini beans for a creamy and inexpensive soup.

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Pico de Gallo

June 25, 2010

Fresh tomatoes, onions, jalapeno pepper, cilantro and lime juice come together for a perfect summer salsa.

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Edamame and Pea Bruschetta

June 18, 2010

Edamame and peas create a fresh and green bruschetta, perfect for summer.

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Seafood Stew

June 16, 2010

Homemade fish stock is the base for a delicious and light fish stew full of cod, littleneck clams, mussels and fennel.

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Eggplant and Tomato Napoleons

June 14, 2010

Grilled Japanese eggplant is layered with vine-ripened tomatoes, fresh basil and Buffalo mozzarella then topped with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.

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Asparagus and Goat Cheese Omelette

June 10, 2010

Inspired by a hometown restaurant and a visit from a good friend, this asparagus and goat cheese omelet is easy and delicious.

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Watermelon and Tomato Skewers

June 9, 2010

Sweet basil accompanies crisp watermelon and juicy tomato and then is drizzled with balsamic vinegar for a refreshing appetizer for your next summer party.

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Video: Datenight Mussels

June 7, 2010

Our very first video tutorial showing how we make one of our favorite date night dishes, steamed mussels in a white wine broth.

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Tender Roasted Asparagus

May 19, 2010

Asparagus is roasted with olive oil, salt and pepper for the perfect spring side dish.

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Snapper with a Spicy Tomato, Citrus and Herb Sauce

April 20, 2010

Fresh, light and zesty, snapper pan-fried snapper topped with crushed tomatoes, olives and lemon is an easy and delicious meal.

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Salmon Lettuce Wraps

March 23, 2010

Refreshing, light and delicious, these lettuce wraps may be a bit messy, but are so worth it!

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Simple Salad with Blueberries, Blue Cheese and Walnuts

January 27, 2010

A few simple ingredients and just a couple of minutes can lead to an awesome salad dressing, just toss it with some fresh lettuce, tangy blue cheese, lightly toasted walnuts and sweet blueberries and you have the perfect salad fit for a 5 star restaurant.

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Shrimp Salad on Endive Appetizers

January 12, 2010

Endive leaves make the perfect crunchy container for shrimp salad infused with tarragon, mint and lime.

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Baked Eggs with Parmesan, Thyme and Rosemary

January 4, 2010

Thyme, rosemary and parmesan transforms simple baked eggs into a decadent, yet light dish perfect for brunch or even dinner.

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Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

October 27, 2009

Roasted butternut squash and garlic are blended into thyme infused vegetable stock for a silky and smooth soup.

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Steamed Mussels in a White Wine broth

October 19, 2009

Mussels are steamed in a white wine broth with shallots, garlic and parsley. Serve with some French bread and you have the perfect meal.

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Guacamole

October 16, 2009

A combination of red onions, salt, lime and lemon juice are lightly mashed into Hass avocados creating a fresh and delicious guacamole.

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Oven Baked Trout

October 8, 2009

Stuffed butterflied trout that has been rubbed with olive oil, salt and pepper with lemon slices and parsley for a quick, inexpensive, light and delicious meal.

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