Cape Cod Refresh
This month’s feature is from clients who sold the home and moved down to the Cape. We did the kitchen in their previous home. You can see from the before photos of the Cape house, below, that there was a custom inset cabinet. However, the cabinets lacked efficient storage. That bothered our clients, so they called me in to see what we could do to make it more efficient and up-to-date. Before photos Their first comment was that they hated the base corner storage. It was a small, blind corner cabinet that was too small to get into. They also…
Scallops Provencal
This is the most popular recipe on Foodnetwork.com! Ingredients 1 pound fresh bay or sea scallops Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper All-purpose flour, for dredging 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, divided 1/2 cup chopped shallots (2 large) 1 garlic clove, minced 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves 1/3 cup dry white wine 1 lemon, cut in 1/2 Directions If you’re using bay scallops, keep them whole. If you’re using sea scallops, cut each 1 in half horizontally. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, toss with flour, and shake off the excess. In a very large sauté pan,…
Lobster Mac n Cheese
Trust me, this is awesome! Prep Time: 20 minutes; Cook Time: 25 minutes; Total Time: 45 minutes; Servings: 8; Calories: 627 kcal Author: Sara Welch INGREDIENTS 4 tablespoons butter divided use 2 tablespoons flour 2 1/2 cups water 4 cups milk I use whole milk 1 pound corkscrew pasta such as cavatappi or cellentani 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/4 teaspoon pepper 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1 1/2 cups chopped cooked lobster meat plus more for garnish 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs 2 tablespoons chives thinly sliced cooking spray INSTRUCTIONS Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a 2 or 3 quart baking dish with cooking spray. Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the…
Giving Thanks
Typically we like to share a design story with you each month, but today we would like to dedicate this post to giving THANKS. We have so much to be grateful for this year, especially amidst the chaos and turmoil that is 2020. As the holiday season approaches and this tumultuous year comes to an end, please indulge us while we bask in gratitude. We can talk about kitchen design another time. WE ARE GRATEFUL… …to continue business operations through this pandemic, and to continue to serve our community and our customers. Even with unexpected economic conditions, our business continues…
Thai Basil Eggplant
Ingredients: 1 large eggplant, halved lengthwise and cut into 3/4″ slices 3 red, green and/or yellow bell peppers, thinly sliced 1 lb. Portobello mushrooms, stems and gills removed, cut into 1/2″ slices 1c chopped onion 1/4c hoisin sauce 2T reduced sodium soy sauce 3 cloves garlic, minced 2t grated fresh ginger 2t arrowroot powder 1c water 1/2c thinly sliced Thai basil* 4c hot cooked rice 1T sriracha sauce (optional) Directions: In an extra-large skillet, cook eggplant, peppers, mushrooms and onion over medium heat 6-10 minutes or until almost tender, stirring occasionally and adding water, 1-2 T at a time as…
Showroom Renovation PART 2
SHOWROOM FAVORITE GETS A FACELIFT Our Ultracraft display has been a showroom favorite for many years- even featured on our signature Wood Palace shopping bags. The Metro-Retro Style Tim created here featured a black and white color palette that is appealing to so many. But when we decided to give this classic beauty a facelift, bold and adventurous was the way to go. CUSTOM COLOR: Looking for a cool, coastal feel with a bold pop of color, We chose Sherwin Williams Lupine https://www.sherwin-williams.com/homeowners/color/find-and-explore-colors/paint-colors-by-family/SW6810-lupine Ultracraft Cabinetry will create custom color cabinets from any brand name paint or stain. Keeping the…
Showroom Renovation PART 1
SHOWROOM RENOVATION: PART 1 Exciting things are happening in the Wood Palace Kitchens showroom! We like to keep our displays fresh and enjoy updating them every few years. It’s an opportunity for our design team to create new experiences for our customers. We always want to showcase the most current products on the market. Displays typically live on our floor for about 5 years. When we consider updating a display, it’s all about predicting the future and we strive to present up and coming trends while keeping a classic and timeless aesthetic. We are currently under construction and want to…
Copycat Panera Squash Soup
prep time: 10 MINUTES; cook time: 20 MINUTES; total time: 30 MINUTES INGREDIENTS • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil • 1 small yellow onion, diced (about 3/4 cup) • 2 pounds chopped butternut squash (about 6 heaping cups) • 3 small carrots, chopped (about 1 cup) • 3-4 cups vegetable broth • 2 cups apple cider or apple juice (do NOT use apple cider vinegar) • 1/2 teaspoon curry powder • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon • dash of nutmeg • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree • 2 tablespoons butter • 2 ounces low-fat (neufchatel) cream cheese • 1 tablespoon brown sugar,…
Blueberry Spinach Salad Bowl with Orange Vinaigrette
INGREDIENTS ORANGE VINAIGRETTE ½ tsp. orange zest 2 tablespoons juice from 1 orange 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar 1 tablespoon snipped fresh herbs, such as parsley, chives, or dill 1½ teaspoon Dijon-style mustard Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste BOWLS 1 small sweet potato, peeled and thinly sliced 1 teaspoon orange juice ⅛ teaspoon curry powder ⅛ teaspoon paprika 3 cups fresh baby spinach 1¼ cups cooked wheat berries ½ of a 15-oz. can no-salt-added cannellini beans, rinsed and drained ⅔ cup fresh blueberries ½ of an avocado, seeded, peeled, and sliced Optional toppings: sliced green onions,…
Kitchen Remodel Must Haves: ACCESSORY EDITION
Good kitchen design is more than just a beautiful selection of cabinetry; it’s what’s INSIDE the cabinet that counts. Our designers often employ built-in cabinet accessories to create a better spaces for our clients. THE PROBLEM: “This setup doesn’t work for us” Kitchens mean different things to different families- sometimes a large family needs more seating or dedicated space for entertaining. Sometimes a smaller home needs to incorporate a mud room or office area into the kitchen space… it’s all about making the space more functional for the homeowners. THE SOLUTION: Good Listening & Observation We get to know how…