HAPPY NEW YEAR from Phillis Carey
I've been reading lots of articles about favorite recipes from 2019 so I thought I would do the same thing here. I've chosen a favorite recipe from each month last year and put them all together for you to download. Check it out.
January--Shrimp and Grits
February--Cauliflower Crust Pizza
March--Strawberry Basil Margarita and "Rosa di Parma" Pork Tenderloin
April--I was traveling in Italy--no recipes this month!
May--Lemon Tiramisu with Limoncello and Lemon Curd
June--Stetson Tossed Cobb Salad with Shrimp
July--Avocado Chimichurri Bruschetta
August--Sparkling Blood Orange Margaritas and Asian Noodle Salad with Jade Dressing
September--Sweet Chili Roasted Salmon with Ginger and Lemongrass
October--Thai Yellow Pineapple Curry with Chicken, Snap Peas and Mint
November--Spiced Beef Tenderloin and Yellow Sweet Potato Gratin with Parmesan
December--Buttermilk Pancakes with Roasted Strawberries
HELP NEEDED--I'm looking for a second assistant!
I am looking to hire another assistant to help with shopping, prep and classes to work alongside Jennifer and me.

The job is very part-time, maybe 10 hours a week--sometimes more, sometimes less. It includes some shopping, lots of prep (some can be done at your home, if desired) and assistance in my cooking classes -- 3 to 5 times per month and maybe more as time goes by.

This person must have cooking skills (at least the basics) and be willing to learn and able to take direction. They must also be able to stand for 5 hours at a time and carry heavy bags and move furniture around. They must also be quick and willing to work. It's fun and a great culinary learning experience but it is also work!

Age is not important but endurance, physical strength and attitude are. Pay is $15/hr. for shopping and prep time and $60 per class.

If you are interested or know someone who might be interested, email me at [email protected]. Include a short resume of your culinary experience or interest and skills.

75 Favorite Sauces--a new recipe collection $6.99
You will find lots of easy to prepare sauces, spreads, dips, salad dressings and dessert sauces in this collection. These recipes do not rely on any glaze from searing meat in a pan first--they stand on their own ready to be added to any dish when you just need that little something special.

Use these recipes as a dipping sauce, a drizzle over cooked vegetables, tofu or meats and even some on desserts. Many are also tasty tossed with greens for a salad. Each recipe includes  Serving Ideas  to give you a jumping off point but let your imagination sore.

I have has included some of my all-time favs-- Italian Salsa Verde, Green Goddess Dressing, Creole Remoulade, Tarragon Ranch Dressing, Avocado Chimichurri, Chocolate Caramel Sauce  and many many more! For a look at the full  Table of Contents ,  click here .

Keep this recipe collection on your computer or tablet ready for quick access or print it out and keep it handy in a binder for reference when you want to jazz up any meal!

To purchase this recipe collection   click here .  You will be taken to my website store. Click on Buy and you will be given options on how to pay (by credit card or paypal). I've up-graded the system so your download will be sent you by email immediately after payment is completed. Simply download it and begin to enjoy the recipes!

While you are in my store you can review my other recipe collections and cookbooks. Maybe you'll find something else that catches your fancy!
How about taking a cooking class?

Click here to view my current class schedule or view class menus below.
If a class is full be sure to add yourself to the waiting list. Spots often open up as the class date approaches. email to register--
How about a gift certificate for cooking classes?

Give a friend or relative a cooking class as a gift this year! Phillis's classes are held in Encinitas, Solana Beach and La Jolla.
All classes are $55.
Contact-- [email protected]
To register for classes email to [email protected] (best method)
or class (760) 942-1756
No need to pay ahead--payment is due in class. All classes are $55.
Classes held at: 
ENCINITAS--  Boys and Girls Club's Center for a Healthy Lifestyle
1221 Encinitas Blvd. * Encinitas, CA 92024
SOLANA BEACH--  Boys and Girls Club's Center for a Healthy Lifestyle
533 Lomas Santa Fe Dr.* Solana Beach, CA 92075
LA JOLLA--   The La Jolla Community Center
6811 La Jolla Blvd. * La Jolla, CA 92037
VALENTINE’S DAY DINNER      $55.
Monday, February 3 at 6 pm in Encinitas       Full            
Tuesday, February 4 at 11:30 am
in La Jolla  Full            
Monday, February 10 at 6 pm in Encinitas     Full            
Tuesday, February 11 at 11:30 am
in La Jolla  Full
Warm Butter Poached Shrimp Salad with
Tangelos, Butter Lettuce
and Tarragon Citrus Dressing;
Beef Wellington Tarts with Port
Mushroom Sauce ;
Individual Potato Gratins with
Garlic-Herb Cheese;
Asparagus with Dijon Mustard and
Fresh Thyme;
Personal-Size Chocolate Pavlovas Filled
with Dark Chocolate Pastry Cream.                          
COOL WEATHER ENTREES        $55.
Monday, February 24 at 6 pm in Encinitas    11 spots
Tuesday, February 25 at 11:30
in La Jolla     6 spots
Creamy Reuben Soup with Corned Beef,
Sauerkraut and Rye Crisps;
Spinach, Cream Cheese and Herb Stuffed
Pork Tenderloin with a Bacon Weave
Crust;
Chicken Chile Verde with Poblanos,
Tomatillos and Avocado Garnish;
Quick Chili Cheesesteak Stew with Beans
and Pepper Jack Cheese;
Carrot Cake Pie with a Buttery Crust and
Cream Cheese Frosting.

SAVORY SALMON                 $55.
Monday, March 2 at 6 pm in Encinitas           11 spots
Tuesday, March 3 at 11:30 am
in La Jolla     
Salmon Burgers with Red Pepper and
Caper Sauce;
Thai Salmon with Coconut Milk, Ginger,
Lime and Basil and Coconut Rice:
Bruschetta Salmon Sauté with Tomatoes,
Basil, Parmesan and Balsamic Glaze;
Roasted Tandoori-Spiced Salmon with
Pickled Onions;
Glazed Lemon Lime Cookies.

HEARTY MEDITERRANEAN FLAVORS
    $55.
Monday, March 9 at 6 pm in Encinitas           15 spots
Tuesday, March 10 at 11:30 am
in La Jolla    7 spots
Fattoush—Middle Eastern Bread Salad with
Pickled Grapes, Toasted Pita and Yogurt,
Dill and Sumac Dressing;
Pesto Chicken Lasagna Rolls with Spinach
and White Sauce;
InstaPot Pork Ragu Over Creamy Parmesan
Polenta;
Sicilian Shrimp and Couscous with Saffron
and Toasted Almonds;
Apple Pecan Phyllo Twist with Maple Syrup.

SKILLET SUPPERS $55
Monday, March 16 at 6 pm in Encinitas         11 spots
Tuesday, March 17 at 11:30 am
in La Jolla    Full
French Onion and Bacon Skillet Mac and
Cheese with Crispy Onion Topping;
Louisiana Shrimp in Creole Sauce with
Fresh Herbs;
Mongolian Beef and Broccoli with Hoisin-
Ginger Sauce and Sticky Rice;
Beef and Bacon Meatballs stuffed with
Mozzarella Cheese in Amatriciana Sauce;
Blueberry Vanilla Bean Cobbler with
Ice Cream.
 
PACIFIC RIM FLAVORS $55
Monday, March 23 at 6 pm
in Solana Beach    6 spots
Pac Rim Caesar with Creamy Lime Dressing,
Grapes and Toasted Cashews;
Coconut-Lemongrass and Ginger Shrimp
and Snap Peas with Coconut Rice;
Miso and Sesame Marinated Skirt Steak
with Sautéed Spinach;
Chicken Breasts in Asian Tangerine Sauce
with Hoisin, Sesame and Asparagus;
Candied Ginger Lemon Panna Cotta;

TANGY SPRING CITRUS DISHES $55
Monday, March 30 at 6 pm in Encinitas         11 spots
Tuesday, March 31 at 11:30 am
in La Jolla    2 spots
Fresh Citrus Margaritas;
Coconut Milk Lime Shrimp with Fresh Basil;
Glazed Honey Orange Salmon with Citrus
Basmati Rice Salad;
Chicken Breast Sauté with Mushrooms and
Asparagus with Creamy Lemon Dill Sauce;
Coconut Lime Macaroons;
Triple Citrus Cheesecake with Lemon Pastry
Crust and Orange Marmalade Glaze.

WINE COUNTRY COOKING $55
Monday, April 6 at 6 pm in Encinitas             10 spots
Tuesday, April 7 at 11:30 am
in La Jolla        5 spots
Cilantro Ginger Macadamia Pesto Shrimp
Bruschetta with Crème Fraiche;
Fennel and Orange Arugula Salad with
Lemon Ginger Vinaigrette;
Salmon or Chicken with Fresh Blackberry
Ginger Sauce;
Five-Spice and Garlic Roasted New
Potatoes;
Orange Asparagus Toss;
Cannoli Cake Roll with Brandied Apricot
Filling and Pistachio Nut Crust.

PERFECT PASTAS $55
Monday, April 13 at 6 pm in Encinitas           7 spots
Tuesday, April 14 at 11:30 am
in La Jolla      Full
Tuscan Tortellini Soup with Chicken Sausage,
Tomatoes and White Beans;
Scampi Linguine with Lemony Breadcrumb
Topping;
Chicken Fusilli with Saffron Sun-Dried
Tomato and Spinach Sauce;
Sausage, Portobello Mushroom, Red Wine
and Tomato Ragu with Pappardelle;
White Chocolate Strawberry Tiramisu.

BETTER WITH BACON $55
Monday, April 20 at 6 pm in Encinitas           8 spots
Tuesday, April 21 at 11:30 am
in La Jolla      Full
Maple Bacon Jam with Brie;
Potato-Leek Soup with Bacon;
Buttermilk Bacon Cheddar Chive Biscuits;
Bacon-Weave Wrapped Southwest Burger
Roll with Chili and Cheese Filling;
Bacon Wrapped Blackberry Dijon Pork
Tenderloin with Red Onions;
Maple Bacon Magic Squares.

CINCO DE MAYO SAN DIEGO $55 Monday, April 27 at 6 pm in Encinitas           13 spots
Tuesday, April 28 at 11:30 am
in La Jolla      6 spots         
Cheesy Chipotle Corn Dip with Chips and
Cucumber Slices;
Baked Chicken and Bean Chimichangas with
Salsa Verde, Tomato and Olive Topping;
Grilled Ancho-Rubbed Skirt Steak with Three-
Chili Sauce and Cotija Cheese Sprinkle;
Cabbage Slaw with Creamy Chili Vinaigrette;
Caramel Filled Churro Cookies with
Hot Chocolate Dip.



If you read through my whole newsletter, here's a treat!
Take this link to my favorite article about trends that defined the last decade--you will find yourself chuckling as you read along.