We thank everyone for submitting really super recipes... We are proud to announce the winners of the April & May 2009 recipe challenges. We have to pipe in, however, that we are getting the "usual suspect" -- step UP!!!

April Winners

Pancetta Pasta Primavera. We *know* we're not the only ones constantly passing the fresh, diced pancetta in the dairy case and saying "ooohhh, yummy but what do we do with it?" This truly delicious pasta features a harmonious blend of pancetta, asparagus, peas and cream. It's easy enough to make on a week night but fancy enough to impress your date. llijchef deserves the gold for April and wins a $25 gift certificate to Amazon.com. 


Demo Divo strikes again. Easy Gazpacho? Yes, we promise just 3 ingredients and you are done! Peggy reports: "very easy to make. Taste great. Also used in blender for cool drink adding yodka." Good idea.

Give brussel sprouts a chance and try this Roasted Brussel Sprouts recipe from mollyaqua. Guess what? You can use some pancetta from the Pancetta Pasta Primavera recipe here. The walnuts do give a nice nutty flavor. Thumbs up!

May Winners

Tuscan Pasta Salad. OK. So we like pasta! This chilled pasta salad is just perfect for cookouts and summer evenings. Sundried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, red peppers and fresh basil -- are you drooling yet? harasick gets a $25 gift certificate to Amazon.com. 

"A revelation of contrasting textures and flavors brought together from around the globe." No kidding! And maybe a homage to Emeril... Delicious and sophisticated, try out this recipe for the ultimate Bacon Arugula and Mango (BAM!) Sandwich. Thanks to norasan.

The third prize winner are the High Fiber Pancakes from JNKCMD. The triple punch of multibran pancake mix, oatmeal and flax seed results in an uber-healthy breakfast that gives you an excuse for a good-sized dollop of whipped cream or sweet maple syrup.