Barefoot Contessa’s Seared Scallops

Barefoot Contessa’s Seared Scallops

I have been cooking but, as you may have noticed, I have not been blogging.  At some point in the fall, blogging started to feel like a chore so I pulled back and just cooked without the pressure of having to document it all.  The 

Lemon Pasta with Roasted Shrimp

Lemon Pasta with Roasted Shrimp

Here is a quick and easy pasta dish from the Barefoot Contessa.  I just loved the lemon flavor with the roasted shrimp! I did make a few changes to the recipe though.  Instead of angel hair, I used Trader Joe’s Lemon Pepper Pappardelle which added 

Mussels in Saffron and White Wine Broth

Mussels in Saffron and White Wine Broth

Keeping with the French bistro theme, I made mussels several weeks ago.  White wine, garlic and mussels….mmm…nothing is more delicious!  I decided to try this recipe because I was intrigued by the addition of saffron and a touch of half and half to a more