Pineapple and Gorgonzola Cheese Ball
If you think a cheese ball old-fashioned, try my updated Pineapple and Gorgonzola Cheese Ball with Pecans and Dried Cranberries. Cranberries and Gorgonzola make for a new taste and it’s sensational! I...
View ArticleSalted Chocolate English Toffee
Few things are as delicious as homemade English Toffee. Except maybe Salted Chocolate English Toffee with Toasted Almonds! It’s truly the best and a great gift; just be sure to save some for yourself!...
View ArticleChocolate Meringue Cake with Frangelico
Chocolate Meringue Cake with Frangelico is perfect for a special event; chocolate cake is layered with baked meringue and frosting then topped with toasted hazelnuts; a wonderful sweet ending to a...
View ArticleBest Holiday Cocktails
A compilation of all of our Best Holiday Cocktails that we’ve served up on this blog over the years. Don’t ask for my favorite…because they’re all wonderful! Some citrus, some sweet, some tart, all...
View ArticleBest Holiday Appetizers
I might seem late to the table with these best of lists but I’ve been inundated with queries asking for suggestions…so now I’ve made the Best Holiday Appetizers list. While I hope these lists will be...
View ArticleBest Holiday Desserts
Our Best Holiday Desserts; perfect for that last bite from Thanksgiving through New Year’s Day. Yes, another holiday list! I don’t know about you but I always have to make something special for New...
View ArticleGin and Pomegranate Cocktail
A Gin and Pomegranate Cocktail is a refreshing and beautiful cocktail that is perfect all winter, from the December holidays through Valentine’s Day. Poor Gin. So many people I know who love vodka...
View ArticleFrench Laundry Salad with Mustard Vinaigrette
Fresh ingredients lend themselves to this French Laundry Salad with Mustard Vinaigrette and it is amazing! While I include a lot of salads in my meal plans, I seldom think to include recipes for them...
View ArticleTuscan Chicken with Parmesan Cream Sauce
Tuscan Chicken with Parmesan Cream Sauce made in an Instant Pot with mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach is easy to make, quick to cook, and as delicious as any restaurant version. I’ve had an...
View ArticleWarm Goat Cheese & Raspberry Salad
Warm and crispy goat cheese and almond rounds combine with mixed greens and raspberries in this fabulous Warm Goat Cheese and Raspberry Salad with Raspberry Dressing. I’m sure I’m not alone in that...
View ArticleChocolate Pecan Tart
This is a sumptuous Chocolate Pecan Tart, perfect for a special event or any day you want an easy and delicious dessert. I was asked some time ago if I would like to feature a recipe from Chef François...
View ArticleCaramel Apple Monkey Bread
Using ready made biscuit dough, Caramel Apple Monkey Bread is quick, easy and delicious with the addition of apples and caramel sauce. Some of you might be wondering, ‘What the heck is Monkey Bread?’...
View ArticleBest Fresh Margarita Cocktails
If you love margaritas like I do, then you’ll love this list of our Best Fresh Margarita Cocktails. I have lots that I love; find one you love for National Margarita Day on February 22nd! Margaritas...
View ArticlePeanut Butter Cup Rice Krispie Treats
Take your treats to another level…try these Peanut Butter Cup Rice Krispie Treats. Rice Krispie Treats are layered with a peanut butter layer and topped with chocolate ganache. I go through spells when...
View ArticleClassic Cosmopolitan Cocktail
The Classic Cosmopolitan Cocktail is beautiful, refreshing and delicious with vodka, cranberry juice, lime juice, and orange liqueur One of the first references to the Classic Cosmopolitan Cocktail is...
View ArticleCarrot Zucchini Bread
Carrot Zucchini Bread is a delectable combination of carrot and zucchini in a bread with walnuts and a cream cheese glaze. When assigned the theme ‘carrots’ for a Food Network challenge, I was in a...
View ArticleIrish Colcannon with Bacon
My absolute favorite meal to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day is this Irish Colcannon with Bacon served with Irish Whiskey Steak. Rich and hearty and what a true Irishman might serve for this annual event...
View ArticleIrish Whiskey Steak
Rib-Eye meets whiskey in this delicious Irish Whiskey Steak dish that is divine with Irish Colcannon; on St. Patrick’s Day…or any day! I won’t deny that my typical meal for St. Patrick’s Day used to be...
View ArticleInside Out Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Inside Out Grilled Cheese Sandwich will change your grilled cheese game forever; why not grill some cheese on the outside too? I’m not sure much brings to mind comfort food more than a simple grilled...
View ArticleSpaghetti with Poblano Cream Sauce
Spaghetti with Poblano Cream Sauce is a delicious pasta dish with a Poblano and Serrano pepper cream sauce that’s topped with Manchego cheese…delicious! Facebook can be exasperating but there can also...
View ArticleBest Lemon Bars
This recipe is old but not old fashioned; the Best Lemon Bars never go out of style! Combine a tart lemon curd with a shortbread crust and the result is divine, a family favorite for almost 40 years! A...
View ArticleAsian Slaw with Almonds, Sunflower and Sesame Seeds
A simple recipe, this Asian Slaw with Almonds, Sesame and Sunflower Seeds is combined with a light honey and soy dressing and topped with Chow Mein noodles. I first shared this recipe for an Asian Slaw...
View ArticleHard Apple Cider Sangria
White Wine Sangrias are fruity and lighter than their red counterparts but can still pack a potent punch. Try this Hard Apple Cider Sangria for your next event; with a variety of fruit options, it’s...
View ArticleSweet Citrus Fizz Cocktail
This cocktail uses all of the favorite citruses; orange, lemon, and lime. For a simple but sensational drink, this Sweet Citrus Fizz Cocktail is one you need to make! Spring has sprung right? Not yet?...
View ArticleCorned Beef Hash with Bacon
Corned Beef Hash with Bacon is an easy and delicious dish using leftovers, including corned beef and potatoes, that are seasoned and warmed and topped with a fried egg. I’ve never made Corned Beef that...
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