Cooking is a huge part of my life. I am excited to share this ever-growing collection of family recipes, including some of my own creations and a few favorites from my go-to cookbooks and chefs.

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Leigh’s Tuna Melt

I love to make my own sourdough bread of all sorts and while this recipe may seem simple, it's one of my go-to lunches and it doesn't disappoint.  I mean, who doesn't love a tuna melt?!  I like to eat mine with sliced Granny Smith apples (very grade-school, I know), kettle chips or even kimchi for a fun, spicy companion.  This recipe makes two tuna melts.  One for you and one for whomever you want to have lunch with. it also pairs nicely with a glass of Lolati 2022 Sauvignon Blanc!

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Egg Salad with Fresh Herbs

We have six hens who give us delicious eggs, and my garden is currently booming with herbs and spicy arugula greens! I make fresh bread each week, and this is an excellent summer lunch on the weekend. While simple, it is most delicious and pairs nicely with the Lolati Rosé.

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Spiced Pearl Couscous

A delicious one-pot meal with lots of fresh herbs and spices. The eggplant and tomatoes cook down into a nice savory jam. Don't skip on the labneh (or yogurt) as it's essential to the creaminess and overall dish. Best paired with the Lolati 2021 Kikoi Red Blend.

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Barbecue Sauce

Barbecue sauce is one of my favorite sauces to eat in the summertime and this recipe will become your go-to! It is tangy and a little sweet, which makes it perfect for summer grilling. Pair your grilled masterpiece with the Lolati Grenache to wow your guests.

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Roasted Tomato Soup

Fall is upon us, which means it’s almost soup season! We LOVE this recipe and have been making it for years. It's a great recipe to make in multiple batches to then freeze in quart containers for winter. It pairs best with the Lolati Primitivo.

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No-Knead Bread

Here is one of my favorite bread recipes, courtesy of Jim Lahey, owner of Sullivan Street Bakery. It requires no kneading, uses no special ingredients, equipment, or techniques, and takes very little effort—only time. You will need 24 hours to create the bread, but much of this is unattended waiting, a slow fermentation of the dough that results in a perfect loaf.

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Turkey Waldorf Salad

This quick and easy salad is the perfect summer dish! The hint of curry and zing from the lemon is what makes this dish incredible. The recipe calls for turkey, but a rotisserie chicken is a delicious substitute! This pairs beautifully with the Lolati Wines Rosé of Grenache.

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Leigh's Chicken Salad

This chicken salad recipe doesn't have specific measurements. It's a favorite of my husband's, and I usually estimate the measurements. It goes perfectly with some crusty bread and arugula, and pairs well with the 2023 Lolati Rosé of Grenache.

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