The Lemon Apron

rustic, indulgent, healthy, home cooking

A serving plate filled with Leek Confit and Lentils, Leek Cream to the side with crusty bread.

Confit of Leeks with Puy Lentils and Leek Cream

This dish will make you wish leeks were in season all year round! Not that we can’t get leeks all ...
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A slice of Black Bottom Coconut Cream Pie half eaten, more pie in the background.

Black Bottom Banana Coconut Cream Pie

When He wants Coconut Cream Pie, but She wants Banana Cream Pie. And well, chocolate. This easy to make, lusciously ...
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Fully baked Apple Rhubarb Pie on a cooling rack.

The Perfect Apple Rhubarb Pie

The first pie of Spring this year. And of course, rhubarb is involved. I always get giddy when I see ...
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A plate filled with Brown Butter Mashed Potatoes, with two large glazed Turkey Meatloaf Balls on top, with steamed veggies to the side.

Glazed Turkey Meatloaves with Brown Butter Mashed Potatoes

Meatloaf is one of those iconic comfort meals that never lets us down. Unless of course it is dry and ...
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Sliced Marmalade Ricotta Crostata on a cutting board, with one slice half eaten, and espresso and plates to the side.

Marmalade Ricotta Crostata

This is a tart that you will want to make over and over! The inspiration for this classic Italian treat ...
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A skillet sitting on a cutting board is filled with spiced rice and chicken thighs, along with roasted peppers, olives and chorizo sausage. a bowl of olives and garlic cloves are scattered around the cutting board.

Skillet Basque Chicken and Rice

I don’t think there is a chicken and rice dish out there that I won’t try or enjoy. Pure cozy ...
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A plate with a sumptuous layered hot turkey sandwich, fries, and lingonberry preserves and apple slices. Gravy and fresh thyme leaves garnish the meal.

Diner-Worthy Hot Turkey Sandwich

Any meal that reminds me of eating at a diner is a great meal in my books. When I was ...
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