Quick and Easy Skillet Tri-Tip Steak      Tri-tip steak, aka Santa Maria steak (for the California town that made it famous), is a very flavorful cut of meat that is ideal for cooking quickly at higher temperatures. Tri-tip used to be hard to find outside of California, but it is now more widely available thanks to its growing popularity with consumers who love its incredible flavor and relatively…

  Lemony Prawn and Pea Risotto   Tip 1: Substitute large wild-caught shrimp if prawns are not available.   Tip 2: Do not rinse the Arborio rice before cooking. The extra starch is needed to create the signature creamy texture of this dish.     Tip 3: To incorporate even more flavor into each bite, roughly chop half the prawns and stir into the risotto in Step 9. Then, divide the remaining whole prawns…

One Skillet Lemon-Rosemary Chicken Thighs with Broccoli     This one-skillet recipe is packed with flavor and is oh-so-easy to prepare. The classic pairing of fresh rosemary and lemon is the centerpiece of this dish, while the addition of sautéed shallots adds a subtle depth to the flavors. When paired with frozen broccoli, you have the makings of a satisfying, low-carb meal that will soon become a new family…

White Bean Dip with Seasoned Pita Chips    This delicious white bean dip is a great addition to any party menu. It is quick and easy to make – and your guests are sure to love the subtle balance of flavors packed into each bite. It is perfect with mildly seasoned pita chips or vegetable crudités.     Tip: A little bit of fresh sage goes…

This roasted artichoke  and mozzarella salad is quick and easy to prepare. Roasting the artichokes in the oven bring out the flavors in this salad. I like serving this salad as a meal in itself. Roasted Artichoke and Mozzarella Salad   Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes Serves: 4    Ingredients:  ¼ c. extra virgin olive oil, divided 1 14-oz. can or jar artichoke hearts, drained and rinsed…