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Pete’s Quick Vinaigrette

Cheaper and healthier than store-bought salad dressing, vinaigrette is a snap to make at home. It’s great on greens, vegetables and fruits. You can change up the flavor by using different vinegars. When made well, vinaigrette is a perfectly balanced dressing that spruces up any salad or vegetable it touches. Because the recipe is so […]

Gravy 101 – Don’t Open a Jar!

You have just roasted the perfect chicken or roast beef and now its time to make gravy. Just say “no” to gravy from a jar. Use those drippings from the roasting pan to make the perfect gravy. Join me in the kitchen and learn the technique to make perfect gravy every time. Beef, chicken, pork, […]

Pear Martini

A perfect way to start any celebration, my Pear Martini is combination of light, fruity, sweet, smooth and refreshing! A squeeze of lime adds just enough brightness to wake up all the flavors. Garnished with a fresh pear and served with some fresh fruit and mild cheeses and you have the perfect start to an […]

Sweet and Sour Pork Chops

A taste of the tropics, this pineapple based sweet and sour sauce on pork chops is an old family favorite. Great on pork loins, poultry and seafood, it can be made sweeter or more sour. Add some chili’s to give it a new, modern twist. Always a hit, especially with kids, this will be the […]

Stuffed Mini Sweet Peppers with Goat Cheese

Stuffed Mini Peppers are a delicious appetizer that’s like a healthier and less spicy version of a jalapeno popper with plenty of both crunch and cream. It’s crazy how delicious these mini stuffed peppers are because they’re quite simple. Want a hot appetizer, then just a quick broil in the oven takes them to a […]

Create Your Own Barbecue Sauce

Every family has their own Barbecue Sauce, from simple to complex, some sweet, some tangy and some hot and spicy. But everyone needs a basic sauce to start from to develop their own. Peter’s mother created in the 1950’s, a simple and inexpensive barbecue sauce that has become a staple and it all starts with […]

Cherry Tomatoes Stuffed with Tuna

A taste of summer, Cherry Tomatoes Stuffed with Tuna Salad make a great first course or a bright, fresh addition to a buffet. Try filling bite-sized cherry tomatoes with a mixture of savory fillings. In this recipe, we make a quick tuna salad to stuff in them. Think of them as tasty tomato poppers! Did […]

Instant Entertaining Pantry Stocking

Drop in company doesn’t have to stress you out! Less scared when prepared is the secret to being ready for unexpected company. No cooking needed – all you need is a selection of easy to find, inexpensive items to keep in your pantry and fridge, and you’ll never be caught unprepared again! Here is a […]

Cookbooks – Finding your Inspiration

Every cook should have a collection of cookbooks. From basic techniques and recipes to those written by celebrity chefs or about special cuisines. Cookbooks are a great source of inspiration and knowledge that allow you to journey the world through cooking – no passport required! === 📢 PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE === Here is […]

Stuffed Peppers with Spanish Rice

Stuffed Peppers is a classic family favorite. It is an easy meal you can prep ahead of time, cook ahead of time or freeze. Stuff the peppers with almost any flavor you like and it is the perfect vessel for leftovers. Add a salad and some crusty bread and you have a hearty meal. In […]

The Perfect Cosmopolitan Cocktail

Although it was only invented in 1985, the Cosmopolitan Cocktail is definitely a modern classic. It is lipsmackingly sweet and sour, made from a blend of vodka, cranberry, orange liqueur and lime in a ice cold martini glass. There are hundreds of variations on the Cosmo – some use more or less cranberry juice, some swap triple […]

Kale Soup with Beef

This wonderful soup will warm you up on a cold winter night, it is my family recipe for Kale Soup. There are many type of kale soup, from vegan, to potato, to vegetable, to Portuguese, and still others with beans, potatoes and sausage. My Kale soup is filled with dark green kale, onions, garlic and […]