Orecchiette with Spinach, Chickpeas, and Pimentón

March is a tough month.  It’s still winter up in New York City, and people start to go a little stir crazy.  Luckily, I just returned from a mini vacation to the Sunshine State.  And let me tell you, it is hard being back in New York.  Sure, we’ve been having a pretty mild winter… Read More Orecchiette with Spinach, Chickpeas, and Pimentón

Salmon with Lentils

There isn’t much new to report from the Pâte à Chew Kitchen – I’ve been spending these cold winter days primarily working a lot, spending quality time at the gym, and thinking about new and fun recipes to try.  I’m also still focused on staying healthy (I promise I didn’t eat too many of the delicious… Read More Salmon with Lentils

Chicken with Apples, Rosemary, and Blue Cheese

File this one under “Perfect Quick Weeknight Dinner.”  It can be hard to turn boring chicken into something great and healthy in under 30 minutes, but this recipe does just that. A friend sent me this recipe a while back, and I finally got around to making it.  It turned out to be more delicious… Read More Chicken with Apples, Rosemary, and Blue Cheese

Minestrone and Meatball Soup

I hope everyone had a great long weekend.  I think it’s safe to say that the mild winter we’ve been experiencing on the East Coast is officially over.  And after avoiding illness all winter, my luck finally ran out – I was sick with a pesky cold all weekend.  And being sick can only mean one… Read More Minestrone and Meatball Soup