Apricot Almond Shortbread Cookies for Christmas

Here are the very best Christmas cookies--they taste as good as they look! One batch of these bar cookies makes 48 triangles so you get a lot for very little work.  Give them a try this holiday season.  Merry Christmas, Phillis

APRICOT (OR RASPBERRY) ALMOND SHORTBREAD TRIANGLES

Makes 48 cookies.

Pastry:

1-1/2 cups sugar

3 cups flour

3/4 cup cornstarch

1 teaspoon grated orange zest

1/4 teaspoon salt

1-1/4 cups unsalted butter, melted

Topping:

1 (12 ounce) jar apricot preserves or seedless raspberry jam

1 cup sliced almonds

1. Preheat oven to 325 °F. Grease or spray a 10 x 15 inch jellyroll pan with nonstick spray.

2. In the food processor pulse the sugar, flour, cornstarch, orange zest and salt until combined. With motor running pour melted butter through feed tube and process until combined but still crumbly. Press dough evenly in the prepared pan. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until pale golden. Cool 10 minutes.

3. Place jam in a small saucepan and heat over medium low until melted, stirring often, about 4 minutes. Strain preserves if necessary to remove any large pieces of fruit. Spread the shortbread with melted preserves all the way to the edges. Sprinkle evenly with almonds, pressing them gently into preserves. Bake for

20 minutes or until jam is bubbly and almonds are golden.

4. Remove the shortbread from the oven and cool on a rack for 20 for minutes. While still warm, loosen the shortbread from the edges of the pan and cut crosswise into 6 strips, then cut lengthwise into 4 strips making 24 squares. Cut each square in half to form a triangle. Cool until firm. Keep in an airtight

container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

               

 PHILLIS CAREY COOKS!!

   Cooking Class Schedule  

     October, November, December 2019

and January 2020

 To register for classes, 

   email to philliscarey@aol.com (best method)

 or call (760) 942-1756

All classes are $55. No need to pay ahead—Payment is due at the class!

Desserts are generally made ahead as a treat for the end of the class.

                             

     Demonstration Classes held at: 

ENCINITAS Boys and Girls Club's Center for a Healthy Lifestyle

1221 Encinitas Blvd.,  Encinitas, CA 92024

 

SOLANA BEACH Boys and Girls Club's Center for a Healthy Lifestyle

533 Lomas Santa Fe Dr.,    Solana Beach, CA 92075

       

The LA JOLLA Community Center

6811 La Jolla Blvd., La Jolla, CA 92037

SHORTCUT COOKING—ROTISSERIE CHICKEN

Monday, October 7 at 6 pm in Encinitas                               

Tuesday, October 8 at 11:30 am in La Jolla                      

Chicken and Bacon Pasta Carbonara with Peas;

Thai Yellow Pineapple Curry with Chicken, Red Pepper, Snap Peas and Mint;

White Chicken, Spinach and Artichoke Lasagna;

Chicken Tortilla Soup with Fire-Roasted Tomatoes, Corn and Black Beans;

Gingerbread Cookie Bars with Caramel Buttercream Frosting.

SENSATIONAL SALMON

Monday, October 21 at 6 pm in Encinitas                         

Tuesday, October 22 at 11:30 am in La Jolla                    

Smoked Salmon, Pea, Arugula and Crispy Prosciutto Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette;

Tropical Roasted Salmon with Ginger, Pineapple and Sesame Seeds;

Slow-Roasted Whole Salmon Fillet with Sicilian Olive, Lemon, Caper Sauce;

Creamy Lemon and Garlic Salmon Sauté with Fresh Dill;

Lemon Ricotta Cookies with Lemon Glaze.

A BIT FANCY—HOLIDAY RECIPES

Monday, October 28 at 6 pm in Encinitas                         

Tuesday, October 29 at 11:30 am in La Jolla                    

Butternut Squash Risotto Topped with Garlic Sage Shrimp;

Pear and Thyme Brined Turkey Breast and Gravy with Cranberry Sausage Dressing;

French Onion Chicken Breast Sauté with Crème Fraiche Mashed Potatoes;

Caramel Pecan Cheesecake with a Cinnamon Crumb Crust.

GREEK-INSPIRED FALL FLAVORS

Monday, November 4 at 6 pm in Solana Beach                   

Baked Feta with Fresh Oregano, Tomatoes and Pita Wedges;

Zucchini Phyllo Pie with Yogurt Dill Sauce;

Sheet-Pan Roasted Greek Chicken with Potatoes, Artichokes and Tzatziki Sauce;

Roasted Salmon with Greek Feta, Cherry Tomato, Dill and Kalamata Olive Topping

and Lemon Dill Rice Pilaf;

Greek Yogurt Panna Cotta with Honey and Toasted Walnuts.

COMPANY’S COMING—LET’S CELEBRATE

Monday, November 11 at 6 pm in Encinitas                                

Tuesday, November 12 at 11:30 am in La Jolla                 

Warm Brussels Sprout and Bacon Salad with Apples, Pecans and Manchego Cheese;

Spiced Beef Tenderloin with Cranberry Ginger Mango Chutney;

Yellow Sweet Potato Gratin with Parmesan Cheese;

Roasted Green Beans and Red Onions with Orange Gremolata;

German Chocolate Pecan Pie with Flaky Crust.

COCKTAILS AND HORS D’OEUVRES

Monday, November 18 at 6 pm in Encinitas                      

Tuesday, November 19 at 11:30 am in La Jolla                 

Grand Marnier Champagne Cosmo; Apple Cider and Brandy Cocktail (Sidecar with Cider);

Creamy Greek Fondue with Feta, Dill, Olives and Tomatoes with Pita Crisps;

Holiday Bacon Wrapped Dates with Cream Cheese, Dried Cranberry and

Candied Pecan Filling;

Ham and Cheese Feuilleté (Ham and Cheese Stuffed Puff Pastry);

Artichoke and Shrimp Tiropetes (Phyllo Triangles);

Espresso Martini 4-Layer Chocolate Cake with an Espresso Cream Cheese Frosting

 and Kahlua Drizzle.

HOLIDAY CHRISTMAS DINNER

Monday, December 2 at 6 pm in Encinitas                        

Tuesday, December 3 at 11:30 am in La Jolla                   

Creamy Mushroom Soup with Fresh Thyme and Parmesan Crisps;

Dried Porcini and Black Pepper Rubbed Beef Rib Roast au Jus;

Creamy French Onion Mashed Potatoes;

Holiday Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Carrots with Balsamic, Fresh Herbs and Dried Cranberries;  Dark Chocolate Souffle Roll with Candy Cane Cream Filling.

HOLIDAY BRUNCH DISHES

Monday December 9 at 6 pm in Encinitas                         

Tuesday, December 10 at 11:30 am in La Jolla                 

Tequila Sunrise Mimosas;

Buttermilk Pancakes with Roasted Strawberries;

Baked Croque Madame with Ham and Gruyere Cheese;

Mid-Western Breakfast Pizza with White Sauce, Sausage, Hash Browns and Cheese;

Broccoli, Bacon and Cheddar Baked Frittata with Buttermilk Ranch Dressing Drizzle;

Chocolate Pecan Scones with Orange Butter.

GOOD LUCK ITALIAN NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY  

Monday, December 16 at 6 pm in Encinitas                      

Tuesday, December 17 at 11:30 am in La Jolla                 

Antipasti Salad with Marinated Red Onions, Roasted Marinated Artichoke Hearts, Salami,

Olives and Roasted Peppers with a Red Wine Vinegar and Oregano Dressing;

White Risotto Cakes with Pesto Cream and Seared Shrimp

Big Pot of Lentils with Italian Sausage;

Quick Rosemary and Garlic Focaccia;

Sweet Wine and Grape Citrus Cake with Limoncello Cream.

COOL WEATHER SOUPS

Monday, January 6 at 6 pm in Encinitas                           

Tuesday, January 7 at 11:30 am in La Jolla                      

Chicken Pot Pie Soup with Pastry Crust Crisps;

Mexican Street Corn Soup with Shrimp and Bacon, Cotija Cheese and Cilantro;

Chicken Cordon Bleu Chowder with Ham, Potatoes and Swiss Cheese;

Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup with Spinach and Parmesan Cheese;

Snickerdoodle Cheesecake Cookie Bars.

WINTER COMFORT FOODS

Monday, January 20 at 6 pm in Encinitas                         

Tuesday, January 21 at 11:30 am in La Jolla                    

Bacon and Onion Focaccia Tart;

Chicken Cordon Bleu Lasagna with Ham and Swiss;

Pork Tenderloin with Creamy Mustard and Bacon Sauce on Cheesy Grits;

Chicken Chile Verde with Tomatillos, Poblano Chilies and White Beans;

Nutella Mascarpone Pie with Chocolate Crumb Crust and Hazelnuts.

SIMPLE AND DELICIOUS ENTREES FOR 2020

Monday, January 27 at 6 pm in Solana Beach                  

Tuesday, January 28 at 11:30 am in La Jolla                    

Roasted Poblano, Sausage and Corn Soup;

Mediterranean Fish en Papillote (Wrapped in Parchment) with Artichoke Hearts,

Kalamata Olives and Capers;

“Tastes like Porchetta” Sautéed Fennel Chicken Breasts with Bacon Herbed Topping;

Italian Braised Pork Tenderloin with Quick Tomato Sauce on Polenta Cacio e Pepe;

Salted Caramel Sheet Cake with Brown Sugar Buttercream Frosting and Caramel Drizzle.

VALENTINE’S DAY DINNER

Monday, February 3 at 6 pm in Encinitas                

Tuesday, February 4 at 11:30 am in La Jolla                     

Warm Butter Poached Shrimp Salad with Tangelos, Butter Lettuce

and Tarragon Citrus Dressing;

Beef Wellington Tarts with Port Mushroom Sauce;

Individual Potato Gratins with Garlic-Herb Cheese;

Asparagus with Dijon Mustard and Fresh Thyme;

Personal-Size Chocolate Pavlovas Filled with Dark Chocolate Pastry Cream.                                        

Cooking Classes July-September 2019

                    Phillis Carey Cooks!!

              July, August, September 2019

To register for classes, 

    email to philliscarey@aol.com (best method)

                                or call (760) 942-1756

All classes are $55.   No need to pay ahead—Payment is due at the class!

Desserts are generally made ahead as a treat for the end of the class.

                             

                            Demonstration Classes held at: 

ENCINITAS Boys and Girls Club's Center for a Healthy Lifestyle

1221 Encinitas Blvd.,  Encinitas, CA 92024

 

  SOLANA BEACH Boys and Girls Club's Center for a Healthy Lifestyle

   533 Lomas Santa Fe Dr., Solana Beach, CA 92075

       

The LA JOLLA Community Center

6811 La Jolla Blvd., La Jolla, CA 92037

CHICKEN HOT OFF THE GRILL

Monday, July 22 at 6 pm in Encinitas

Tuesday, July 23 at 11:30 am in La Jolla

Salsa Verde Chicken with Grilled Onion and Cotija Cheese Relish;

Balsamic Grilled Chicken with Italian Herbed Street Corn;

Tandoori Rubbed Chicken with Masala Sauce and Yellow Rice;

Saltimbocca Peach and Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken Breasts with Sage Wine Drizzle;

Chocolate Tres Leches Cake.

AMERICAN BBQ

Monday, July 29 at 6 pm in Encinitas                                

Tuesday, July 30 at 11:30 am in La Jolla                           

Memphis Baby Back Ribs with Brown Sugar Rub and Mustard Mop;

Ancho Dry Rubbed Flank Steak with Cucumber Salsa Relish;

Cilantro Lime Grilled Fish Tacos with Avocado Cabbage Slaw and 

        Garlic-Lime Mayo Drizzle;

Chili Brown Sugar Brined Boneless Pork Chops with Creamy Succotash with Bacon;

Peachberry Buckle with Ice Cream.

SAN DIEGO SUMMER CELEBRATION

Monday, August 5 at 6 pm in Encinitas                             

Tuesday, August 6 at 11:30 am in La Jolla                        

Orange Lime Ginger Beer Margarita;

Salsa Verde Queso Fundido (Melted Cheese) with Pico de Gallo and Corn Tortillas;

Grilled Steak with Cowboy Butter (Mustard, Horseradish, Garlic and Chives);

Dilly Green Bean and Yukon Gold Potato Salad with Smoked Paprika Dressing;

Arugula Salad with Watermelon, Strawberries and Feta with Balsamic Vinaigrette;

Chocolate Mousse Torte with Cookie Crust.

CALIFORNIA SUMMER HARVEST

Monday, August 12 at 6 pm in Encinitas                           

Tuesday, August 13 at 11:30 am in La Jolla                      

Tomato Basil Corn Pizza with Fresh Mozzarella and Balsamic Glaze;

Sicilian White Fish with Fresh Herbs and Pine Nut Topping and Salmoriglio Sauce and

          Charred Green Beans;

Roasted Corn, Bacon and Scallion Corn Muffins;

Stuffed Grilled Vegetable Birts with Ricotta and Sun-Dried Tomato Filling;

Arugula Pesto, Tomato and Fontina topped Balsamic Honey Chicken Breasts;

Ginger Peach Mascarpone Galette.

ASIAN FUSION SUMMER FLAVORS

Monday, August 19 at 6 pm in Encinitas

Tuesday, August 20 at 11:30 am in La Jolla

Sesame Lime Soy Skirt Steak with Scallion Peanut Salsa;

Grilled Lemongrass Chicken with Spicy Honey Drizzle;

Ponzu and Honey-Glazed Salmon with Asian Slaw with Miso-Ginger Dressing;

Asian Cold Noodles with Spicy Grilled Hoisin Shrimp, Veggies, Jade cilantro Dressing and Chili Sauce Drizzle;

Lychee Panna Cotta with Sugared Raspberries.

TWO SANGRIAS WITH SPANISH TAPAS OFF THE GRILL 

Monday, August 26 at 6 pm in Encinitas                           

Summer Fruit Red Wine Sangria;

Rose Sangria with Peaches and Strawberries;

Grilled Vegetable Gazpacho with Zucchini, Peppers and Corn;

Serrano Ham Wrapped Grilled Asparagus;

Grilled Tomato Bread;

Pork Morunos (Kebabs) with Grilled Red Pepper and Garlic Dip;

Clams with Spicy Tomato Broth and Garlic Aioli;

Grille Shrimp and Chorizo with Smoked Paprika Oil;

MEDITERRANEAN FLAVORS

Monday, September 9 at 6 pm in Encinitas                       

Tuesday, September 10 at 11:30 am in La Jolla                

Leek and Potato Galette with Pistachio Crust

Sicilian Chopped Salad with Capers, Green Olives, Red Onion and Crispy Prosciutto;

Grilled Chicken with Za’atar Rub (blend of dried herbs, Sumac, sesame seeds) with

          Sumac Mint Aioli and Tahini Spinach

Greek Shrimp with Spiced Tomatoes and Feta on Orzo;

Ricotta Cheesecake with Almond Crust, Citra Filling and Cherry Sauce;

QUICK EVERYNIGHT COOKING

Monday, September 16 at 6 pm in Solana Beach                       

Tuesday, September 17 at 11:30 am in La Jolla                

Prosciutto Wrapped, Boursin Stuffed Baked Chicken Rolls with 

        Roasted Parmesan Zucchini;

Sweet Chili Roasted Salmon with Ginger and Lemongrass;

Sesame Pork Burgers with Sweet Spicy Slaw on English Muffins;

Creamy Lemon and Black Pepper Shrimp Pasta with Peas;

Chocolate Fudge Sheet Cake with Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting;

AUTUMN WINE COUNTRY COOKING

Monday, September 23 at 6 pm in Encinitas                     

Tuesday, September 24 at 11:30 am in La Jolla                

Cherry Jam Champagne Cocktail;

Dilly Greek Feta Dip with Cucumber and Tomato Garnish;

Easy Kalamata Olive Focaccia;

Pork Tenderloin Marbella with Dried Plums, Capers and Green Olives;

Polenta Cacio e Pepe;

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Garlic and Pancetta;

Walnut Crepes with Raspberry and Dried Fig Filling with Honey Crème Fraiche.

May, June, July 2019 Classes

 

       Phillis Carey Cooks!!  

 May, June, July 2019

  To register for classes, 

            email to philliscarey@aol.com (best method)

  or call (760) 942-1756

No need to pay ahead—Payment’s due at the class! 

   All classes are $55 each.

                   Desserts are generally made ahead as a treat for the end of the class.

                             

                               Demonstration Classes held at:

ENCINITAS Boys and Girls Club's Center for a Healthy Lifestyle

1221 Encinitas Blvd., Encinitas, CA 92024

  SOLANA BEACH Boys and Girls Club's Center for a Healthy Lifestyle

   533 Lomas Santa Fe Dr., Solana Beach, CA 92075

    The LA JOLLA Community Center

     6811 La Jolla Blvd.,  La Jolla, CA 92037

MARVELOUS MAY ENTREES

Monday, May 6 at 6 pm in Encinitas

Tuesday, May 7 at 11:30 am in La Jolla

Roasted Chicken Breasts and Artichoke Hearts with Green Goddess Dressing;

Cajun Butter Bourbon Pork Tenderloin;

Sheet Pan Maple Dijon Salmon with Potatoes and Asparagus;

Balsamic Glazed Roasted Chicken Thighs and Broccoli;

Strawberries and Cream Sheet Cake with Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting.

SENSATIONAL SHRIMP

Monday, May 13 at 6 pm in Solana Beach

Tuesday, May14 at 11:30 am in La Jolla

Shrimp Bisque with Corn and Scallions;

Bloody Mary Shrimp Sauté with Bacon and Cherry Tomatoes; Spring Green Pea Risotto with

Lemony Seared Shrimp;

Shrimp with Tomatoes, White Beans and Roasted Garlic Herb Pesto;

Lemon Tiramisu with Lemon Curd and Limoncello. 

MORE SURPRISE ITALIAN RECIPES FROM PHILLIS’ TRAVELS IN BOLOGNA

Monday, May 20 at 6 pm in Encinitas OR Tuesday, May 21 at 11:30 am in La Jolla

FLAVORFUL LOW CARB COOKING

Monday, June 3 at 6 pm in Encinitas

Tuesday, June 4 at 11:30 am in La Jolla

Zucchini Basil Soup with Prosciutto Crisps;

Grilled Spiced Skirt Steak with Avocado Chimichurri;

Loaded Cauliflower Salad with Eggs, Bacon, Pickles and Green Onions;

Fanfare Chicken Florentine with Spinach and Bacon;

Blueberry Cobbler with Lemon and Buttery Pecans.

CALIFORNIA FRESH

Monday, June 10 at 6 pm in Solana Beach

Tomato Strawberry Gazpacho with a Bit of Spice;

Fish Tacos with Watermelon Lime Salsa, Avocado and Chipotle Aioli;

California Avocado and Chicken Flatbread with Bacon, Tomatoes and Feta Cheese

with a Cilantro Crema Drizzle;  

Red-Wine Marinated Flank Steak with Grilled Zucchini, Balsamic Cherry Tomatoes with a

Basil Pesto Drizzle with Roasted Garlic-Parmesan Zucchini and Tomato Spiral Gratin; Brown Sugar Blueberry Shortcakes with Russian Cream.

SUMMER SALAD SPECTACULAR

Monday, June 17 at 6 pm in Encinitas

Tuesday, June 18 at 11:30 am in La Jolla

Chopped Chicken and Bacon Caesar Salad Topped Pizza with Creamy Caesar Dressing; Stetson Tossed Cobb Salad with Grilled Shrimp, Pearl Pasta, Grilled Corn, Pepitas and 

Pesto Buttermilk Dressing;

Grilled Pork Al Pastor Spinach Salad with Grilled Pineapple, Black Beans, Red Onions,

            Avocado, Crispy Tortilla Strips and Chili Lime Vinaigrette;

Lemony Shortcakes with Blackberry Cassis Compote and Lemon Whipped Cream.   

SUMMER SAUCES ON GRILLED ENTREES 

Monday, June 24 at 6 pm in Encinitas

Tuesday, June 25 at 11:30 am in La Jolla

Artichoke Bearnaise Sauce on Grilled Steak;

Creamy Shiitake Mushroom and Rosemary Sauce on Garlic Herb Chicken with Creamy Grits;

Ancho Cherry BBQ Sauce on Grilled Pork Tenderloins with California Cole Slaw;

Green Mustard and Arugula Cold Sauce on Orange Marinated Salmon;

Strawberry Bavarian Cream Mousse.

FUN OUTDOOR GRILLING IDEA FOR INDEPENDENCE DAY

Monday, July 1 at 6 pm in Solana Beach  

Blackberry Pomegranate Sangria;

Red Wine Marinated Flank Steak Stuffed with Prosciutto, Fontina and Basil with a Pesto Cream Drizzle; Basil Caper Salmon Burgers with Caesar Slaw Topping;

Southern Style Smoky BBQ Ribs with Smoked Paprika Rub and Molasses BBQ Sauce;

Bacon and Macaroni Salad with Sweet Pickle Relish and Roasted Red Peppers;

One Bowl Buttermilk Milk Chocolate Sheet Cake with Chocolate Caramel Frosting.

SPEEDY SUMMER ENTREES

Monday, July 8 at 6 pm in Encinitas

Tuesday, July 9 at 11:30 am in La Jolla

Avocado Chimichurri Bruschetta;

Grilled Flank Steak topped with Roquefort Bacon Butter and Rice-Vermicelli Pilaf with Walnuts; Moroccan Spiced Scallops on Saffron Creamed Corn;

Balsamic Soy Butterflied Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Garlic Soy Aioli;

Greek Lemon and Oregano Grilled Chicken Breasts with Tomato, Olive and Feta Salsa;

Raspberry and Peach Melba Tiramisu.  

Caramel Apple Roses for Valentine's Day

      CARAMEL APPLE ROSE TARTS     

Makes 6.

1 Honeycrisp, Pink Lady, Ambrosia or Gala apple

6 T. purchased caramel sauce plus more for garnish

1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed

Coarse sugar

Vanilla Ice cream

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.  Core the apple and cut in half--do not peel; slice thinly.  Arrange apple slices in a single layer on a plate and microwave on

 HIGH power for about 45 seconds to soften; cool.

2. Cut puff pastry across into 6 equal strips.  Brush each strip along the top half with 1 T. caramel sauce.  Place apple slices lengthwise with skin edge up on the long edge of the dough over the caramel sauce, sticking about 1/4 inch above the edge of the dough and slightly overlapping.  Fold the bottom half of the dough over the apple slices leaving the skin-edges of the slices exposed.  Starting the one end, roll the dough up in a spiral to form a rose-shaped pastry.

3. Generously butter or spray a 6-cup muffin pan and transfer a rose to each cup, 

apple edge up.  Sprinkle with a bit of coarse sugar.  Bake for 30 to 40 minutes or until well browned.  Cool in the pan on a rack for 5 minutes but no longer.  Remove from muffin pan and cool on a rack.  Serve warm with a scoop of ice cream and drizzled 

with more caramel sauce.

Cooking Classes 2019

                  Phillis Carey Cooks!!

               February, March, April 2019

                   To register for classes,

                  email to philliscarey@aol.com (best method)

                            or call (760) 942-1756

No need to pay ahead—Payment’s due at the class!  

All classes are $55 each.

                   Desserts are generally made ahead as a treat for the end of the class.

                             

                           Demonstration Classes held at:

ENCINITAS Boys and Girls Club's Center for a Healthy Lifestyle

1221 Encinitas Blvd.    Encinitas, CA 92024

  

           SOLANA BEACH Boys and Girls Club's Center for a Healthy Lifestyle

                                533 Lomas Santa Fe Dr.     Solana Beach, CA 92075

                            The LA JOLLA Community Center

                                    6811 La Jolla Blvd.         La Jolla, CA 92037

VALENTINE’S DINNER PARTY FOR 2 OR MORE!

Monday, February 4 at 6 pm in Encinitas or

Tuesday, February 5 at 11:30 am in La Jolla                                          

Strawberry Lillet Cocktail;

Caramelized Bacon and Fennel Salad with Honey Lemon Vinaigrette;

Herb-Crusted Filet Mignon and Brown Butter Scallops with

Pan Roasted Grapes and Shallots;

Parmesan Risotto with Asparagus;

Caramel Apple Rose Tarts with a Strawberry and Vanilla Ice Cream.

COOL WEATHER DINING 

Monday, February 11 at 6 pm in Solana Beach

Black Bean Chili Verde Soup with Cumin-Spiced Pork Meatballs;

Beef and Bacon Stew with Red Onions and Carrots in a Miso Wine Sauce;

Garlic Herb Pork Tenderloin on a Bed of Baked Polenta with Roasted Mushrooms;

Blackened Chicken Breasts with Mashed Sweet Potatoes and Andouille Sausage Sauce;

Warm Apple Cake with Caramel Glaze.

SAVORY SALMON

Monday, February 18 at 6 pm in Encinitas or

Tuesday, February 19 at 11:30 am in La Jolla

Mascarpone Spinach Stuffed Salmon with Butter Crumb Topping;

Cajun-Seasoned Lemony Garlic Roasted Salmon;

Slow-Roasted Salmon with Asian Sesame Glaze on a bed of Carrots, Bok Choy and Edamame;

Coconut-Crusted Pan-Roasted Salmon with Maui Mustard Sauce;

Crystalized Ginger and Orange Brownies.

TASTY LOW CARB DISHES

Monday, February 25 at 6 m in Encinitas or

Tuesday, February 26 at 11:30 am in La Jolla

Baked Spaghetti Squash Carbonara with Bacon, Ricotta, Parmesan and Cream;

Cauliflower Parmesan Crust Pizza with Cheese, Olive and Pepperoni Toppings;

Creamed Spinach Stuffed Salmon;

Bacon Cheeseburger Pie with Dill Pickles;

Magic Cookie Bites with Chocolate, Coconut and Walnuts.

ONE PAN SUPPERS—One Sheet Pan or One Skillet

Monday, March 4 at 6 pm in Encinitas or
Tuesday, March 19 at 6 pm in Encinitas or

Tuesday, March 5 at 11:30 am in La Jolla

“Better Than Lasagna” 5-Cheese and Sausage Ziti al Forno;

Sheet Pan Chicken Parmesan with Spaghetti Squash;

Skillet Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas;

Sheet Pan Ranch-Seasoned Pork Tenderloin, Potatoes and Green Beans;

Donut Bread Pudding with Rum Sauce.

WINE COUNTRY COOKING

Monday, March 11 at 6 pm in Encinitas or

Tuesday, March 12 at 11:30 am in La Jolla

Strawberry Basil Margaritas; Roasted Tomato Tart with Goat Cheese and Black Olives;

Spinach Bacon Salad with Strawberry Poppyseed Dressing, Strawberries, Blueberries & Feta;

Chicken Supremes and Asparagus in Lemony Saffron Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce on Orzo;

Broiled Salmon with Thyme Mustard Glaze and Blackberry Wine Sauce;

Nutella and Frangelico Mousse with Hazelnut Candy Topping.

MEDITERRANEAN FAVORITES WITH A TWIST

Monday March 18 at 6 pm in Solana Beach

Saffron Chicken Bouillabaisse with Smoky Rouille Toasts;

“Rosa di Parma” Pork Tenderloin Stuffed with Prosciutto and Parmesan in a Marsala Sauce;

Sheet Pan Paella with Shrimp, Tomatoes, Peppers and Peas;

Chermoula Broiled Salmon with Pistachio and Chickpea Couscous;

Orange Catalana Cream with Burnt Sugar and Sweet Oranges.

SPRING HIGH TEA (or a Luncheon or Cocktail Party)

Monday, March 25 at 6 pm in Encinitas or

Tuesday, March 26 at 11:30 am in La Jolla

Sandwiches:  Shrimp Salad Finger Sandwiches with Capers; Benedictine (Cucumber and Dilly Cream Cheese) Sandwiches; Almond Bacon Cheese Crostini; Caramelized Onion, Gruyere and Walnuts Tarts;

Scones:  Apricot Ginger Cream Scones with Mock Devonshire Cream;

Sweets:  Mini Lemon Tarts with Cream Cheese Pastry; Glazed Raspberry Shortbread Strips; Fresh Strawberry Cheesecake Bites;

SURPRISE RECIPES FROM MY TRAVELS IN ITALY

Phillis will prepare several recipes she learns on her April travels through Italy.

Monday, April 29 at 6 pm in Encinitas or 

Tuesday, April 30 at 11:30 am in La Jolla