Archive: 2013

Peaches are Chef Deb Cantrell’s favorite summer fruit. Her grandfather used to pick them from her grandparents’ trees, and then her grandmother would use them to make peach pies and kolaches. Love peaches too? Here are several creative ways to use fresh peaches: Brush with olive oil, salt and pepper and then grill as a […]

Ingredients: 2 heads butter lettuce 1 container crumbled goat cheese ½ cup any glazed walnuts, crushed 4 Tablespoons of peach balsamic vinegar 2 Tablespoon of mild extra virgin olive oil Fresh peaches  (optional) Instructions: Wash lettuce and pat dry or use a salad spinner. This lettuce is very delicate so please be gentle. Tear into […]

Grilled Chicken/Steak with Tomato Jam Chef Deb Cantrell, CPC, shares one of her favorite recipes. It’s perfect for any season, but even better in the summer, using fresh tomatoes from the garden or farmer’s market! Ingredients: 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallots/onions 1 teaspoon minced garlic, divided 3/4 cup finely […]

Because sometimes you need some good, old fashioned southern comfort food…. This dish can be made dairy-free using the substitutions below for the butter and the buttermilk. Servings: 4 Ingredients • 2 slices bacon • 1 tbsp olive oil • 1 cup chopped onion • 1 tbsp minced garlic • 3 cups vegetable broth • […]

Not all oils are created equal, and no single oil should be used for all your cooking needs. Instead, fill your pantry with a variety and learn how to cook with each. Know the smoke point Because of their chemical makeup, some oils are better suited for lower-heat cooking than others. This is important because […]

February is Heart Healthy month, and to help you cook and eat heart-healthy, Chef Deb Cantrell offers a few simple tips: 1. Remember that eating heart-healthy does not have to be difficult. Or bland! 2. Try low sodium substitutes for cooking. Use fresh (not dried) herbs in place of salt for even more flavor. Also, use lemon […]

Let Savor Culinary Services take care of dinner this Valentine’s Day! Surprise your sweetheart with a romantic Valentine’s Day Dinner at home. Or take dinner to your favorite romantic spot! We do all the work – and even deliver! Select from 3 Dinner Options. Each option includes an appetizer, main entree, 2 sides, artisan roles […]

We’re more than 3 weeks into the New Year. How are your diet and health resolutions coming along? According to a study done by the University of Scranton, “lose weight” is the most popular resolution among Americans. Yet, only 8% of people who make resolutions are successful in achieving them. We all start out with […]