Life Should Be Beautiful

A blog about simple ways to make your life more beautiful. Things you can surround yourself with that stimulate your senses and create memories. Especially good food, wine and cocktails.

Thursday, April 30, 2009

Spinach and Leek Gratin with Roquefort Crumb Topping

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Here's a side dish that is a bit fancier than plain 'ol spinach. But it's still really easy. I made it even easier by wilting...
Wednesday, April 29, 2009

Parmesan Herb Baked Flounder

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I love fish topped with breadcrumbs and flavor enhancers. Here's a great example. Parmesan Herb Baked Flounder Adapted from Cooking Ligh...
Tuesday, April 28, 2009

Coconut Cream Pie

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Here's an oldie, but a goodie . A former boss of mine LOVED coconut cream pie, and practically dared me to make one that he would like. ...
Monday, April 27, 2009

Mustard and Herb Crusted Rack of Lamb

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I know it sounds counter-intuitive, but warehouse stores like Costco and Sam's can actually make gourmet cooking easier...and certainly ...
Sunday, April 26, 2009

Cocktail of the Week: Bacardi Cocktail

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I've been limiting myself to one cocktail a night on "school nights" these days. So it has to count. I'm rediscovering t...
Saturday, April 25, 2009

Grilled Black Cod with Asian Glaze

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Black cod (aka sablefish ) is a white fish with a buttery-creamy texture (think sea bass). It feels decadent and tastes wonderful with this ...
Friday, April 24, 2009

To Organic or Not To Organic?

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I certainly try and buy organic produce when I can (or even better buy from local farmers at the market). Sometimes though it can get pricey...
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Thursday, April 23, 2009

Crab Filled Tomatoes

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Here's a bright fresh nibble for the start of summer. Crab Filled Tomatoes Makes 30 appetizers. 1/2 pound crabmeat 1 tablespoon mayonnai...
Wednesday, April 22, 2009

Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips and Walnuts

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How is it that healthy habits can lead to decadence? Here's a perfect example. As I was leaving the office and straightening things up t...
Tuesday, April 21, 2009

Steamed Salmon Salad with Grapefruit-Ginger Dressing

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I've been steaming salmon a couple of times a week and having it for breakfast on a piece of toast with a little cream cheese. It's ...
Monday, April 20, 2009

Halibut with White Beans in Tomato-Rosemary Broth

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A friend of mine needed a "date night" recipe recently, so he asked for some suggestions. This was what he ended up preparing...wi...
Sunday, April 19, 2009

Goat Cheese Phyllo Puffs

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This is a recipe I adapted from the original. The original recipe makes four large puffs that are cut into sections for serving. I changed t...
Saturday, April 18, 2009

Almond Cheesecake Tarts

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I'm not supposed to be eating desserts on my weight loss plan, but every now and then that sweet tooth rears it's ugly head. Just mi...
Friday, April 17, 2009

Herb and Garlic Goat Cheese Truffles

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Who needs cheese balls? Me if they're these little bite-sized goodies... Herb and Garlic Goat Cheese Truffles Makes 24 truffles. 1-8 oun...
Thursday, April 16, 2009

Broccoli with Herbed Hollandaise Sauce

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Here's another way to kick vegetables up a notch. And it's not just plain old Hollandaise. The herbs..especially the mint...give the...
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Wednesday, April 15, 2009

Potato Gorgonzola Gratin

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It's tax day. So celebrate your refund...or drown your sorrows...with a great meal. Put a steak on the grill, toss a salad, and make the...
Tuesday, April 14, 2009

Prosciutto-Roasted Halibut with Fresh Thyme

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OK...so wrapping fish in pork may take a bit of the healthy factor away, but it sure takes the final flavor to a whole new level. A side of ...
Monday, April 13, 2009

French-Style Deviled Eggs

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Leftover ham from Easter? Check. Too many eggs bought and boiled for dyeing? Check. Result...best deviled eggs ever. French-Style Deviled Eg...
Sunday, April 12, 2009

Glazed Lemon-Blueberry Poppy Seed Bundt Cake

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Here's the cake I baked for Easter dinner this evening. I've already sneaked a taste. Delicious! Glazed Lemon-Blueberry Poppy Seed...
Saturday, April 11, 2009

Cocktail of the Week: Gin and Green Tea Martini

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Regular readers of this blog know that I am a fan of gin. It's an interesting spirit and, these days, different brands bring very diffe...
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