Jun 17 2010

Whole Grain Rotelli with Mushrooms, Alder Smoked Green Olives, Fresh Basil & Spicy Tomato Sauce

Posted by Gavin & Julie

We know that you think that we, being glitzy upright citizens of the shiny kingdom of FoodBloggery, spend our days in all manner of uppercrust hobnobbing, jetsetting, and elbowrubbing followed by luxurious evenings of sumptuous dining on Champagne, Caviar, and Filet Mignon.

But, in our humdrum reality as mere mortals, sometimes a Wednesday is just a Wednesday (or a Thursday or a *gasp* Monday) and we are naught but common folk much like yourselves. As such we are as fond of the basics as anyone: simple salads, easy sides, and one-pot pasta dishes like this one. Read more »

May 11 2009

Turkey Croissant Sandwiches with Fresh Basil, Brie & Roasted Peppers

Posted by Gavin & Julie

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We’ve totally been on a Roasted Red Pepper and fresh Basil tear lately. Maybe we’re just impatient for Summer to finally arrive, we have been teased by a few warm, sunny days the past couple of weeks. Anyhoo, the peppers and basil have been going into pretty much everything these days including salads, dressings, and this sandwich.

C’mon, just look at it. Have you ever seen anything so scrumptious looking in your whole life? Us either… Read more »

Nov 03 2008

Whole Wheat Penne with Italian Sausage

Posted by Gavin & Julie

We’ve probably made a thousand variations of this awesome sauce. This sauce is ridiculously easy to make and usually we just enjoy the vegetarian version with heavy doses of Parmesan Cheese. This time, however, we thought the addition of some richly flavorful Italian Sausage would make it nice and hearty and the Whole Wheat Pasta gave it a nice ‘bite’. Read more »