Dad's Dishes

Chelsea's French Toast with Bananas Foster

A rich and indulgent breakfast treat featuring Challah bread French toast topped with a decadent bananas foster.

Jake's Steak Diane (Old School)

If you want to do it right, prepare while sipping a dry Plymouth gin martini with a twist, playing Sinatra, stealing a kiss or two.

2 hours 30 minutes8 servings

Pasta with Olive Oil and Garlic Sauce

A simple yet flavorful pasta dish featuring olive oil, garlic, and anchovies for a satisfying meal.

20 minutes4-6 servings

Rack of Lamb – Traditional

A classic preparation of rack of lamb coated with a Dijon mustard and rosemary mixture, roasted to perfection.

45 minutes4 servings

Beer and Bay Leaf Drunk Pork Shoulder

An aromatic and flavorful pork shoulder dish slow-cooked with beer, bay leaves, and spices, perfect for a hearty meal.

3 hours6-8 servings

The 'Original Pappy’s' Beef Wellington

A classic and elegant Beef Wellington featuring a tender fillet encased in puff pastry with mushrooms, leeks, and pâté.

Mediterranean Chicken Breast

A savory chicken dish with Mediterranean toppings for a flavorful and versatile meal, adaptable to your taste.

40 minutes4 servings

Chicken/Veal Milanese

Classic Italian dish featuring breaded and fried chicken or veal cutlets served with a fresh arugula and tomato salad.

Jean Georges Ginger Marinated Tuna Ribbons with Avocado and Radish Modified

An elegant appetizer or light meal featuring sushi-grade tuna ribbons marinated with ginger, paired with avocado and radish.

Fettuccini Alfredo

The classic original recipe uses neither cream or egg yolks. It uses rare aged parmigiana reggiano, hand shredded for maximum melting and cream. My recipe “cheats” a bit! But, I’ve seen the smiles on you faces when I prepare it and that is what it’s all about!

Standing Rib Roast – The King a.k.a. The Christmas Roast Beast

A decadent and savory prime rib roast, perfect for special occasions and family gatherings.

2 hours6 servings

Chicken/Veal Parmesan

A comforting and classic Italian-American dish featuring breaded chicken or veal cutlets topped with marinara sauce and melted cheese.

45 minutes4 servings

Seared Sesame Encrusted Ahi with Avocado, Soy, Ginger, and Lime

A sophisticated and flavorful dish featuring seared ahi tuna, coated in sesame seeds, complemented by a zesty sauce and fresh avocado.

Seared Salmon with Leeks, Asparagus Tips, and Shiitake Mushrooms with White Truffle Oil Drizzle

A delightful salmon dish served with fresh veggies and a touch of truffle oil for an elegant meal.

25 minutes2-4 servings

Porchetta Pork Roast

A flavorful and aromatic roasted pork shoulder, seasoned with herbs and spices for a delicious and tender dish.

6 hours8-10 servings

Lemon Chicken (Everyone's Favorite!)

A classic lemon chicken recipe that's simple to prepare and always a hit with everyone.

40 minutes4 servings

Chicken with Crushed Castelvetrano Olive Vinegar Dressing

A quick and flavorful chicken dish featuring juicy Castelvetrano olives, ideal for a weeknight dinner or impressing guests.

35 minutes4 servings

Jake's Cowboy Steaks

A bold and flavorful steak rub combining coffee, sugar, and salt for a perfect outdoor grilling experience.

Citrus Marinated Rack of Lamb with Balsamic Glaze

A succulent rack of lamb marinated in a citrus blend and served with a rich balsamic glaze.

2 hours4 servings

Sauces

1 hour 30 minutes6-8 servings

Marinara Sauce with a Fresh Twist

As you know, I have a love for canned Pomodoro S. Manzano Dell’agro Sarnese-Nocerino D.O.P. Certified Tomatoes. I use them in all my red sauces. I was playing around with my marinara sauce (chunkier than pomodoro, which I emulsify, but otherwise virtually identical ingredients) and added 3 twists! Which I think makes for a beautiful chunky marinara - perfect over dry pasta.

Basic Pomodoro Sauce (Marinara)

A rich and classic tomato sauce, perfect for pasta and a base for other Italian dishes.

2 hours 30 minutes6-8 servings

Puttanesca Sauce

(Not “Prostitute Sauce”, although its aroma will lure anyone into the kitchen, but “Delicious Sauce” - translation)

2 hours 30 minutes6-8 servings

Simple Bolognese

Bolognese is really just meat sauce. Traditional mixes veal, beef and pork but you can also use short rib or even chuck roast if you want a shredded meat sauce.

Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

A vibrant and velvety sauce made from roasted red peppers, perfect as a topping for meats.

40 minutes4 servings

Appetizers

Stuffed Poblano Peppers

A flavorful dish using mild poblanos stuffed with sausage, topped with tomato sauce and mozzarella.

50 minutes4-6 servings

Caesar Salad

A classic Caesar salad with homemade dressing, perfect for a fresh and delicious starter.

15 minutes4 servings

Tuna Tartare

A delicious and refined dish featuring sushi-grade tuna with mint, pear, and a hint of paprika.

15 minutes4 servings

Beans and Greens

A hearty and flavorful dish combining a variety of greens and beans, perfect for a nutritious meal.

30 minutes4-6 servings

Mac & Cheese

Everyone’s favorite and you can make it your own or mix it up with additions such as truffle, bacon, crab, lobster…well, you get the idea. For me, less is more, so I like this simple version. Feel free to mix-up the cheeses, although Le Gruyere is king, and change the pasta.

45 minutes6

Arugula Salad with Pancetta and Mushrooms

A delightful salad featuring the peppery taste of arugula, combined with sautéed mushrooms, pancetta, and goat cheese.

Soups

About 1 hour and 15 minutesServes 6

Wild Mushroom Soup

A rich and creamy soup featuring an array of wild mushrooms, perfect for cozy winter nights and special occasions.

Roasted Garlic Soup with Baby Kale, Baby Spinach and Pancetta

A rich and flavorful soup featuring roasted garlic, greens, and crispy pancetta for a comforting dish.

1 hour4

Thai Shrimp and Scallop Chowder

A flavorful and aromatic Thai-inspired chowder with succulent shrimp and scallops, enriched with coconut milk and fresh herbs.

1 hour 20 minutes4 servings

Roasted Tomato Soup

August is tomato month in the North East. Home grown tomatoes are amazing!

1 hour 15 minutes6-8 servings

Roasted Butternut Squash Soup with Sage and Truffle Oil

A savory soup featuring roasted butternut squash, aromatic sage, and a drizzle of rich truffle oil, perfect for a cozy evening.

Approximately 1 hourServes 4

30-minutes and under

Creamy Tuscan Chicken

A rich and creamy chicken dish infused with the flavors of Tuscany, featuring sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a touch of garlic.

Iron Skillet Shrimp with Garlicky Basil and Kalamata Sauce

A quick and delicious dish featuring fresh jumbo shrimp cooked in a flavorful garlicky basil and Kalamata olive sauce.

25 minutes4 servings

Iron Skillet Salmon in Roasted Butter

Jake, “best salmon I ever had!”

20 minutes2-4 servings

Creamy Tuscan Shrimp and Scallops

A luscious dish combining shrimp and scallops in a creamy Tuscan-style sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach.