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Crostini – The Emergency Appetizer

Are your guests less than impressed by the same old chips and dips? Does the thought of unexpected company puts you in a panic? Allow me to introduce you to the Crostini – The Emergency Appetizer! Crostini – or “little toasts” in Italian – are simply small slices of grilled bread, usually made with baguette […]

Cheesy Garlic Buttermilk Biscuits

Freshly made cheesy garlic buttermilk biscuits on the table in only 20 minutes. My update on an old family recipe, these savory, cheesy biscuits pair well with soups and stews. Serve right out of the oven with lots of soft butter. This recipe makes 8 biscuits, but you’ll want to make a double batch! ============================ […]

Quiche Recipes 101 – Ham & Cheese

Quiche, that savory egg custard baked in a flaky pie crust, is often over-looked and underrated. But using a good basic quiche recipe and your imagination for the ingredients, it can be the star of any breakfast, brunch or lunch. A perfect quiche is creamy and soft with contrast of texture from its fillings. For […]

Is it Chicken Francaise or Chicken Francese

Whether you say Chicken Francaise (frahn-saize) or Chicken Francese (fran-chay-zee), this classic chicken dish is always a big hit. An American dish, with roots in both Italian and French cuisine, it is a great example of the Great American Melting Pot. Easy to make, it can be served at your fanciest dinner party or for […]

Jasmine Cocktail and The Grapefruit Jasmine

If you’re ready for a change from sweet cocktails and want something different, but the idea of Gin and Campari scare you. Then try the Jasmine Cocktail or my version, the Grapefruit Jasmine Cocktail. Bright, refreshing and sophisticated, these easy to make cocktails will take you to the next level. ============================ 🍽🍸🥩 Recipe ============================ Makes […]
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Roasted Garlic Butter Shrimp Fondue

We’re bringing fondue back from the 70’s! This easy fondue made of roasted garlic and butter is the perfect vehicle for steamed shrimp. And gathering your guests around the fondue pot is a great way to get a party started! ============================ 🍽🍸🥩 Recipe ============================ 2-3 heads garlic 1 pound (4 sticks) salted butter 24 shrimp […]

Scottish Fruit Slice and Currant Cakes

Whether you call it Fruit Slice, Fruit Squares or Currant Cakes, this treat can be found in most bakeries in Scotland. A sweet treat in a flaky crust, this old family recipe was sent in by a viewer. I’ve recreated it to make it foolproof for non-bakers like myself. The posh name for this delicious […]

Spring Asparagus Soup

The arrival of Spring also means the arrival of Asparagus! This soup is the perfect vehicle for it. Bright, light, velvety and a little rich, my Spring Asparagus soup makes a great lunch or first course for a dinner. Enjoy it warm or cold. ============================ 🍽🍸🥩 Recipe ============================ 2 pounds fresh asparagus, cut into small […]

Roast Leg of Lamb with Mustard and Rosemary

A great treat for a springtime meal, a roasted leg of lamb will delight your dinner guests and make you a super star! Don’t be intimated by the size of the meat, it is simple to prepare and the oven does all the work. Leg of lamb is actually one of the easiest, most foolproof […]

Pan Fried Pork Chops

For me, there’s nothing more comforting than fried foods, especially fried pork chops. This is not deep frying but a technique that uses far less oil and is then finished in the oven. Pan frying gives you that perfect crunchy coating and tender juicy meat. Golden brown, tangy and tender, my pan fried pork chops […]

Oven Baked Barbecue Pork Ribs

You can make Oven Baked Barbecue Pork Ribs all year round, even if you don’t have a grill or a smoker. A flavorful spice rub and your oven is all you need. Made from easy to find ingredients, this rub works on pork and chicken and is a pantry must have. The ribs get cooked […]

Easy Banana Bread

My Easy Banana Bread can be made by anyone even if you’re not a baker. This recipe takes advantage of over ripe bananas and fills your home with the most comforting aroma as it bakes. After I made this recipe the first time, twenty five years ago, I never went back to the boxed mixes […]