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RECIPE :: Chef Debbi Dubbs Apple Pecan Salad with Goat Cheese
Recently I’ve started collaborating with Melissa’s Produce which is headquartered in Los Angeles. It’s funny how things come full circle as I had contacted them over 20 years ago on behalf of a Japanese company I worked with who sold medicinal mushrooms. Of course I love the name of the company (ha), but honestly I appreciate that they offer such a large array of unique and delicious produce. Last week, I had a chance to meet Chef Debbi Dubbs at her “A Little Book of Cheese” book launch event held in Melissa’s Produce demo kitchen and sample some of her recipes. We tasted several of the dishes listed in…
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Easy Recipe :: Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon
You might have noticed that Brussels sprouts are listed on most trendy restaurant menus these days. Usually offered as an appetizer, Brussels sprouts are a great way to add some healthy cruciferous vegetables to your diet – while offering a ton of flavor. Brussels sprouts offer high levels of many nutrients and have been linked to several health benefits. So when Melissa’s Produce sent over a large bag of their gorgeous Brussels sprouts to try out, we went looking for a simple recipe and decided on adding in some bacon and olive oil. See below for one of the easiest side dishes to make the family. Brussels Sprouts are…