Caramelized onion, lentils and mushroom soup - creamy, hearty and decadent soup, topped with smoked sausage and fennel pollen for an irresistible depth of flavors. I've been on a mushroom binge lately, and today's recipe will again be mostly about mushrooms. It's a hearty, cozy soup of caramelized onions (because these two can't live without ...
Creamy mushroom and leek quinoa risotto {mascarpone + thyme}
Creamy mushroom and leek quinoa risotto - protein packed quinoa replaces rice in this quicker and healthier risotto version, where mascarpone cheese gives it a nice buttery creaminess, and thyme infuses the dish with a warm spicy aroma. I've had this dish on my mind for quite some time. I wanted to make something quick and healthy but with ...
Mushroom and arugula salad {goat cheese and toasted walnuts}
This mushroom and arugula salad with goat cheese, toasted walnuts and celery, tossed in shallot mustard and truffle oil vinaigrette is simply bursting with earthy fall flavors and is super delicious and satisfying. It doesn't feel like fall yet, around here. It feels more like we're in the middle of July, and I couldn't be happier, of ...
Stuffed mushrooms in creamy pesto sauce
Stuffed mushrooms in creamy pesto sauce - salty prosciutto, cheesy goodness and a whole lot of flavor from the pesto cream sauce. My favorite way of eating food is tapas style. When we dine out, I would much rather order a few appetizers than one meal. I love to nibble at, and sample different foods, and tapas tend to condense unusual ...
Mushroom salad with lentils and caramelized onions
Mushroom salad with lentils and caramelized onions, topped with crunchy pine nuts and briny capers - it's a symphony of textures and fall flavors, and a fantastic meal in itself, this salad doubles up as the perfect potluck dish, or Thanksgiving side. Last weekend, we packed our bags, and headed for a 4 hour drive up north, to the Mendocino ...