As I stand in my Chicago kitchen, the aroma of balsamic vinegar and roasting vegetables transports me back to my childhood in New Orleans. My French father, a master chef, would often create simple yet elegant dishes that married his Gallic roots with American flavors. Today, I’m excited to share with you a recipe that … Lire plus
A Twist on Tradition: Spaghetti Squash with Marinara Sauce The aroma of simmering tomato sauce takes me back to my childhood in New Orleans, where my French father would spend hours perfecting his marinara. But today, we’re giving this classic a healthy, weight-loss friendly spin. Spaghetti squash, nature’s low-carb pasta alternative, is the star of … Lire plus
The gentle hiss of steam rising from my grandmother’s well-worn casserole pot always reminds me of Sunday afternoons in her New Orleans kitchen. As a child, I’d watch in awe as she transformed simple ingredients into culinary magic. Today, I’m excited to share a recipe that brings together the vibrant flavors of my French heritage … Lire plus
As I stood in my kitchen, the aroma of roasting peppers filled the air, transporting me back to my childhood summers in the south of France. There’s something magical about the way a simple bell pepper can transform into a vessel of flavor and nutrition. Today, I’m excited to share my twist on a classic: … Lire plus
JP’s Herbed Quinoa Salad: A Delicious Path to Weight Loss The aroma of fresh herbs mingling with nutty quinoa transports me back to sun-drenched summers in Provence. As a young chef, I’d watch my grandmother effortlessly toss together vibrant salads bursting with the flavors of her herb garden. Today, I’m excited to share my modern, … Lire plus
As I stood in my grandmother’s sun-drenched kitchen in New Orleans, the aroma of roasting cauliflower filled the air. It was a simple dish, yet it held the power to transport me back to my culinary school days in Paris. Little did I know then that this humble vegetable would become a staple in my … Lire plus
The aroma of roasted sweet potatoes and spices wafts through my kitchen, instantly transporting me back to my culinary travels through Mexico. As a French-American chef, I’ve always been fascinated by the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine, and these Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos are a perfect fusion of comfort and zest. Today, I’m … Lire plus
As I stood in my bustling Chicago kitchen, the aroma of roasting bell peppers transported me back to sun-drenched summers in Provence. My father, a passionate French chef, would create vibrant quinoa bowls bursting with local produce. Today, I’m excited to share my take on this nourishing dish – a perfect fusion of French finesse … Lire plus
As I stand in my Chicago kitchen, the aroma of fresh strawberries transports me back to summer mornings in Provence. There’s something magical about the combination of tender spinach leaves and juicy strawberries that speaks to both my French heritage and American upbringing. Today, I’m excited to share with you a recipe that’s not just … Lire plus
The Story Behind JP’s Vitamin C-Packed Green Smoothie As a child growing up in New Orleans, I vividly remember my maman’s remedy for those sweltering summer days – a vibrant green smoothie that was as refreshing as it was nourishing. Little did I know then that this simple concoction would become the foundation for one … Lire plus