Chicken in Basil Cream

Chicken in Basil Cream

Basil is one of those herbs that with just one whiff, I'm transported to summer. Maybe that's what I was thinking when I looked out my window the other dismal morning and saw this... a frozen lake with absolutely no color - only various shades of gray caused by winter hanging onto its last thread. [...]

Green Bean and Cherry Tomato Salad

There's something about this fresh Green Bean and Cherry Tomato Salad that keeps me making it summer in and summer out. It's hardly a "recipe" at all, but one worth having in your collection. It's fast and simple to throw together and has just the perfect delicious balance of a vinaigrette that when combined all [...]

Grilled Beets with Burrata and Poppy Seed Vinaigrette

I'm not sure if others bloggers would agree with this, but I've realized another thing since starting Mitts and Measures. It's a very distressing thing to be photographing your food and trying to concentrate on the best shots... when there's somebody hungry in the room and waiting for their food. I mean... you've already gone [...]

Mac-Daddi-Roni Salad

With the start of the Memorial Day Weekend, I'm posting this recipe that seems fitting for all of the crazy barbecues, parties and gatherings that'll be taking place across the country. I'm not sure if you've heard of this salad, but it's a Guy Fieri recipe which I've depended on for many a picnic at [...]