Menu
Below are some of the entrées I can prepare. Because I am constantly testing new recipes, this list is just a starting point. I'm happy to prepare your family favorites, as well as recipes designed for your special diet.
Entrées
Chicken
BBQ Chicken and Black Bean Burritos
hearty, tangy filling wrapped in flour tortillas and topped with cheese
Buffalo Chicken Tenders
fresh tenders, lightly breaded and tossed in Frank's hot sauce
Cashew Chicken
stir-fried chicken with veggies and cashews to serve over rice
Chicken Parmesan
breaded, lightly sautéed cutlets topped with marinara and mozzarella
Chicken Pot Pie
white meat chicken and veggies in a light sauce; topped with flaky crust
Chicken with Ratatouille Sauce
slow-simmered, summery sauce complements boneless chicken breasts
Chicken with Tomato-Basil Sauce
sautéed cutlets in a luscious sauce studded with garlic, capers and basil
Chili-Rubbed Chicken Thighs
boneless thighs broiled to spicy perfection, glazed with honey
Fajitas
flavorful strips of chicken, peppers and onions to roll up in a tortilla
Farmer's Market Chicken Stew - NEW!
fresh vegetables and tomatoes with tender shredded chicken
Grilled Chicken Skewers with Satay Dipping Sauce - NEW!
lemony grilled chicken tenders for you to dip in a spicy peanut sauce
Greek Chicken with Orzo
this one-dish meal features chicken breast, pasta, capers, spinach and feta
Lemon Chicken
thin boneless breasts sautéed with lemon and a bit of butter
Mojito Chicken - NEW!
garlic, ginger, rum and lime juice add zing to boneless breasts
Raspberry-Balsamic Chicken
boneless breasts in a tangy fruity sauce
Rosemary Chicken Salad
a tasty salad to serve atop a green salad or in a roll
Skillet Paella
sausage, chicken and shrimp mixed with yellow rice and vegetables
Sweet and Tangy Oven Barbecued Chicken - NEW!
boneless breasts baked with homemade barbecue sauce
Thai-Basil Chicken
chicken and fresh vegetables in a sweet and spicy coconut sauce
Turkey
Asian Turkey Burger
ginger, scallion and garlic spice up this burger
Buffalo Turkey Burger
the burger that tastes like a wing, topped with blue cheese
Hot Tamale Pie
spicy ground turkey and veggies topped with a cheesy cornbread crust
Smokey Turkey Joes
delicious hot sandwich filling made with lean ground turkey
Teriyaki Turkey Kabobs
tangy turkey tenders skewered with onions and peppers
Tex-Mex Turkey Burgers with Caramelized Onions
cheddar cheese and spices flavor this yummy onion-topped burger
Thai-Glazed Turkey Wraps
Thai-flavored ground turkey with crisp vegetables to wrap in lettuce leaves
Turkey Meatloaf
my favorite turkey meatloaf, moist and flavorful but not heavy
Turkey Noodle Bake
a low-fat casserole filled with tender turkey, broccoli, noodles and cheese
Pasta
Baked Ravioli
cheese ravioli baked in homemade tomato sauce
Baked Ziti Extraordinaire - NEW!
pasta baked with spinach, tomatoes, meat and cheese
Creamy Baked Pasta with Artichoke Hearts and Lemon - NEW!
a lightened casserole that's flavorful and comforting
Dracula’s Revenge
creamy baked penne with turkey sausage and roasted garlic
Eggplant Parmesan Lasagna
a lightened, flavorful lasagna the whole family will love
Giada's Stuffed Shells with Arrabbiata Sauce - NEW!
cheese stuffed pasta shells in a spicy pancetta-laced tomato sauce
Old-Fashioned Lasagna
full of meaty, cheesy goodness, this isn't healthy but it's delish
Pasta with Greens and Sausages
a satisfying combination of turkey sausage, pasta and greens
Sausage-Stuffed Manicotti
turkey sausage stuffed tubes, topped with sauce and cheese
Spaghetti with Meatballs
homemade meatballs in sauce, just like Mom (or Dad) used to make
Tuna-Noodle Casserole
a lightened version of the old family favorite
Whole Wheat Spaghetti with Tofu, Vegetables and Peanut Sauce
tasty ribbons of pasta, tofu and vegetables tossed with a mild peanut sauce
Pork
Garlic-Lime Pork Tenderloin
ready for you to grill and serve with my jalapeno-onion marmalade
Golden Breaded Pork Cutlets
lean pork tenderloin fillets are baked with a homestyle breading
Honey-Ginger Pork Tenderloin
tender pork bursting with Asian flavors
Honey-Pecan Pork Chops - NEW!
1" thick boneless chops with a honey-pecan glaze
Herbed Pork Tenderloin
lean, tender pork seasoned with fresh herbs and fruit
Mu-Shu Pork
stir-fried pork, cabbage and veggies flavored with hoisin sauce
Pork Chops with Stuffing and Apples
a grand prize winner, this one-dish meal is a family favorite
Pork Tenderloin with Garlic-Orange Vinaigrette - NEW!
bright flavors add zing to lean pork tenderloin
Beef
Beef Daube Provencal
a lightened classic French braised beef, red wine and vegetable stew
Chili-Tortilla Bake
a Tex-Mex lasagna of sorts, with layers of meat, cheese and tortillas
Grilled Steak Kebabs with Orange-Hoisin Glaze - NEW!
these summery kebabs are layered with flavor
Herb-Crusted Strip Steaks
grill-ready steaks topped with zesty herbs and garlic
Italian Meatloaf
marinara sauce and Parmesan cheese add zest to this classic
Marinated Flank Steak
delicious, tender steak ready to grill
Meatloaf Braciole - NEW!
a rolled meatloaf stuffed with proscuitto, provolone and arugula
Salisbury Steak with Gravy
lean ground beef and turkey patties with a low-fat, onion-y gravy
Sesame Beef Stir-Fry
strips of tender beef and vegetables in a soy-sesame sauce
Skinny Meatloaf with Mushroom-Sherry Sauce
a waist-friendly loaf made of pork, beef and turkey, topped with a
sweet and sour ketchup and served with Mushroom-Sherry Sauce
Southeast Asian Grilled Flank Steak with Soba Noodle Salad - NEW!
a winning combination of spices, steak, noodles and vegetables
Spicy Orange Beef - NEW!
strips of sirloin mingle with scallions in an incredible Asian-flavored sauce
Tailgater’s Chili
hearty slow-simmered chili with ground beef (or turkey) and beans
Taco-Stuffed Peppers - NEW!
taco-seasoned ground beef and rice in bell peppers, topped with cheese
Fish and Seafood
Asian-Glazed Salmon
sweet and tangy broiled wild salmon
Cornflake-Crusted Sole
tender white fish with a crunchy coating
Crabmeat-Stuffed Sole
tender fillets of sole wrapped around a crabmeat stuffing
Dill Tuna Salad
great for sandwiches or salads
Grilled Scallops with Rosemary and Spicy Tomato Jam- NEW!
grilled scallops wrapped in proscuitto and seasoned with rosemary
New England Baked Haddock
seasoned cracker crumbs, butter and lemon top fresh fish
Oven Roasted Cod w/Vegetables
cod baked in parchment with fennel, zucchini and scallion
Pan-Fried Sole
a crunchy creation the whole family will love
Salmon w/Puff Pastry and Pesto
good enough for company; I prepare and you bake
Seabass with Herb-Garlic Breadcrumb Topping - NEW!
tender baked seabass topped with a light, lemony topping
Seafood Bisque Casserole
shrimp, scallops and cod come together in a light cream sauce
Shrimp with Penne in Tomato-Feta Sauce
Mediterranean flavors shine in this one-dish meal
Sizzling Garlic Shrimp
sautéed large shrimp with a light garlic-butter sauce
Sole Oreganata - NEW!
baked sole with a herbed breadcrumb topping; a new favorite
Spice-Rubbed Salmon
chili powder, cumin, cinnamon and lemon zest spice up wild salmon
Swordfish Kabobs
lemon and parsley-crusted kabobs served over tomato-arugula salad
Swordfish Stir-Fry
swordfish and fresh vegetables in a sesame-soy sauce
Teriyaki Scallops (or Shrimp) - NEW!
homemade teriyaki sauce coats tender grilled scallops (or shrimp)
Tilapia Puttanesca
tangy tomato topping adds great flavor to mild tilapia
Tuna Kebabs with Ginger-Chile Marinade - NEW!
a spicy Asian take on kebabs, with fresh tuna, peppers, onions and cilantro
Main-Dish Salads and Light Meals
Beef and Broccoli Salad - NEW!
thinly sliced sirloin atop a riot of vegetables with a sweet/sour dressing
BLT Pasta Salad
bowtie pasta tossed with crumbled bacon, tomato, arugula and scallions
Chicken and Arugula Salad
boneless chicken breast, arugula, blue cheese and pecans
Chipotle Chicken Taco Salad - NEW!
a light, fresh salad with a creamy chile-lime dressing
Delicious Fried Rice
white or brown rice stir-fried with egg, bacon, ginger and scallion
Flank Steak Salad
thinly sliced steak with grilled croutons and horseradish dressing
Layered Cobb Salad
romaine, chicken breast, bacon, blue cheese, avocado, tomato and
hard-boiled eggs
Lighter Crab Cakes - NEW!
a favorite Cooking Light recipe, served with roasted seasonal vegetables
Orange Mint Chicken Salad
marinated chicken breast sliced and served atop spinach salad, with orange
slices, gorgonzola cheese and walnuts
Sesame Brown Rice with Chicken
sesame-lime dressing coats chicken, rice, scallions, carrots, peanuts
Sesame Shrimp Skewers with Napa Cabbage Salad - NEW!
marinated shrimp atop a crispy cabbage/carrot/herb salad with a fat-free
chile-lime dressing
Spicy Chicken Quesadillas - NEW!
jalapenos, chicken, cilantro and reduced-fat cheese in flour tortillas
Taco Salad
seasoned ground beef (or turkey) atop chopped salad w/tomatoes, cheese,
olives and tortilla chips
Tossed Pizza Salad
all of your favorite pizza toppings (and crust) in a fresh tossed salad
Warm Chopped Chicken Picatta Spinach Salad
warm lemon-caper dressing tops baby spinach and sautéed chicken tenders
Vegetarian
Baked Asian-Glazed Tofu
tasty baked tofu served with sesame noodles
Black Bean Burritos
mildly-spicy black bean filling in cheese-topped burritos
Eggplant Parmesan Lasagna
a lightened, flavorful lasagna the whole family will love
Fettuccine and Tofu with Peanut Sauce
a tangy peanut sauce laced with chile, garlic and ginger
Portobello-Eggplant Chili
robust vegetarian chili with tender vegetables and black beans
Quinoa-Stuffed Acorn Squash - NEW!
quinoa, squash, parmesan, herbs and hazelnuts nestled in acorn squash
Roasted Vegetable Fajitas
lightly-seasoned roasted vegetables in flour tortillas, topped with cheese
Sesame Maple Roasted Tofu
marinated tofu is roasted with snap peas and a sweet/soy sauce
Spinach and Potato Frittata
crustless quiche with tender potatoes, spinach and cheese
Sweet Ginger Tofu
baked tofu with a soy/mirin/ginger flavor
Tex-Mex Lasagna - NEW!
a layered dish with pasta, cheese, salsa and veggies
Tofu Manicotti
a high-protein, dairy-free way to enjoy manicotti
Soups and Stews
Butternut Squash Soup
a chunky, nutritious soup with corn, peppers, greens and bacon
Chicken, Sausage and Rice Soup
comforting and flavorful soup made with turkey sausage and brown rice
Granny’s Chicken Noodle Soup
tender white chicken, noodles and carrots will cure what ails you
Hearty Beef Stew
tender beef + fresh vegetables = classic comfort food
Italian Sausage Soup
made with turkey sausage, fresh spinach, tomatoes and pasta
Mini Meatball Soup
tiny beef meatballs and ditalini pasta in flavorful chicken broth
Moroccan Lentil Soup
a vegetarian delight of complex flavors and pungent spices
Pasta e Fagioli
classic Italian vegetable soup with white beans and pasta
Split Pea Soup
prepared with smoked ham or smoked turkey; a great winter soup
Tortellini Soup
cheese tortellini, beans, tomatoes and spinach in a chicken broth
Tortilla Soup
spicy, hearty soup with chicken, tomatoes, cilantro, garlic and cumin
Vegetarian Chili
black beans, barley, vegetables and spices topped with avocado salsa
Kid-Tested and Approved
Burger Bites
miniature hamburgers served on itty-bitty buns
Chicken on a Stick
skewered grilled chicken strips with peanut dipping sauce
Granny’s Chicken Noodle Soup
homemade chicken noodle soup
Lunchtime Roll-Ups
your child's favorite deli meat (or PB&J) rolled up in a tortilla
Mac 'n Cheese
elbow mac baked with a creamy, cheesy sauce and bread crumb topping
Mom’s Chicken Parmesan
tender chicken breasts, breaded and topped with mozzarella
Ooey-Gooey Quesadillas
cheese-filled quesadillas with mild salsa for dipping
Pasta Pesto
twisty pasta tossed with homemade pesto
Pigs in a Poncho
a grilled (or boiled) hot dog wrapped in a cheese-sprinkled tortilla
Ziti with Meatballs
tube-shaped pasta with homemade beef meatballs and sauce
Side Dishes*
Baked Acorn Squash
Baked Mashed Potatoes with Parmesan Cheese
Barefoot Contessa's Coleslaw
Black Beans with Cilantro and Lime
Brown Rice Pilaf
Buttermilk Biscuits
Butternut Squash and Sage Orzo
Butternut Squash Puree
Chipotle Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Citrus Ambrosia
Coconut Rice
Confetti Black Beans
Crispy Potato Cakes
Cucumber Salad with Rice Vinegar Dressing
Garlicky Green Beans
Green Beans with Citrus Zest
Green Beans with Roasted Shallots
Golden Cornbread with Honey Butter
Herb Roasted Carrots
Herbed Couscous
Honey-Ginger Glazed Carrots
Jasmine Rice
JoJo Potatoes
Kale with Garlic and Red Pepper
Kale with Sausage
Mashed Potatoes
Maple-Roasted Winter Vegetables
Mediterranean Couscous
Minty Chickpea and Couscous Salad
Mushroom-Teriyaki Rice Pilaf
Orange-Ginger Wild Rice Pilaf
Orzo with Roasted Vegetables
Oven-Blasted Green Beans
Parmesan Orzo
Pasta w/Chickpeas, Mint and Lemon
Pecan Spinach Salad
Pesto Green Beans
Quesadilla Sticks
Quinoa Pilaf
Quinoa with Zucchini and Summer Squash
Rice Pilaf
Roasted Beets with Red Onions and Oranges
Roasted Peppers
Roasted Potatoes
Roasted Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Roasted Seasonal Vegetables
Roasted Vegetable Tart
Sauteed Spinach with garlic
Sauteed Zucchini with fresh herbs
Sesame Noodles
Sesame Steamed Vegetables
Southwestern Macaroni Salad
Spinach with Raisins and Pine Nuts
Strawberry and Spinach Salad with Poppyseed Dressing
Sugar Snap Peas with Sesame
Toasted Barley Salad w/Roasted Peppers and Corn
Tossed Green Salad
Tuscan Cannellini Bean Salad
White Bean and Roasted Mushroom Ragu
Wild Rice Saute
Zesty Steak Fries
Zucchini and Carrot Ribbons
Zucchini Gratin with Chevre
*Side dishes will be selected by the chef, based on client preferences and meals selected. The above represent a sampling of possibilities.