Salsa Fresca
Classic Salsa Fresca The cafeteria ladies at my school make fresh salsa, Salsa Fresca, every single day. And every day it tastes just a little bit different depending on how hot or large the chiles...
View ArticleThanksgiving Recipe Round-Up
I’ve put together a collection of some of my favorite recipes for Thanksgiving. I think that Thanksgiving, more than any other holiday is pretty easy. The menu, for the most part is set. Turkey is the...
View ArticleSimple Marinated Mushrooms
Mushrooms marinated in white wine, vinegar, herbs and garlic. This recipe for simple, Marinated Mushrooms, comes from my days in cooking school. Every Friday the school hosted a “Grand Classical...
View ArticleRosemary Roasted Almonds
Keep these easy Rosemary Almonds on hand for a quick addition to a tapas platter. During the summer, we tend to sit outside a bit later, enjoying the warm breeze relishing in the long, lazy days. If...
View ArticleHerb And Goat Cheese Dip
This creamy dip is the perfect accompaniment to veggies or crackers. I had the pleasure of meeting the incredibly talented, Amy Riolo, not once, but twice in the space of two weeks. Amy has written...
View ArticleFig And Ruby Port Jam
Mission figs. I’m definitely not a raw fig lover. I hadn’t really thought much about fig anything, until my neighbor made some fig jam several years ago, and served it with brie at our book club...
View ArticleSlow Cooker Sloppy Joe Cheese Fries
Sloppy Joe Cheese Fries. Slow cooker Sloppy Joe meat, on top of french fries with melted cheese and chopped onions, Sophie’s “Game Day” meal for her dad. I had every intention of posting regular...
View ArticleGorgonzola And Walnut Pizza With Pears And Fresh Thyme
Gorgonzola and Walnut Pizza with Pears and fresh thyme. Any type of blue cheese is very popular in this house. I always keep a tub of blue cheese or gorgonzola crumbles in the fridge to add to a...
View ArticleSavory Cheddar And Rosemary Shortbread
I received a gift of cheese from Kerrygold for Christmas. I was under no obligation to write about Kerrygold, nor did I receive any compensation for this post. As always, my thoughts as opinions are...
View ArticleCitrus Salad With Orange Dijon Vinaigrette
Winter Citrus Salad with Orange Dijon Vinaigrette This recipe isn’t so much about a salad, as it is about salad dressing. I stopped buying bottled dressing many moons ago, much to my family’s...
View ArticleWild Mushroom Soup
Chef Bernard’s Wild Mushroom Soup. My mom gave me this recipe many years ago. She got it from a chef in one of her favorite restaurants in the desert. I’ve made it several times before, because it’s...
View ArticleJalapeño Shallot Guacamole
Like a little heat in your dip? Then you’ll love this Jalapeño Shallot Guacamole! I was given this molcajete by my daughter for my birthday this year. Not only is it traditionally used for making...
View ArticleGluten-Free Tomato Cheese Tart
This simple Gluten-Free Tomato Cheese Tart is a breeze to throw together and makes perfect use of garden tomatoes! Gluten-free Tomato Cheese Tart with Fresh Thyme. I realized as I sat down to the...
View ArticleSavory Sausage, Apple-Sage Hand Pies
These Savory Sausage, Apple-Sage Hand Pies just scream fall! And you’ll want to pack them for your next picnic or tailgate! … Read More » The post Savory Sausage, Apple-Sage Hand Pies appeared first on...
View ArticleSpicy Pub Mustard
This Spicy Pub Mustard goes perfectly with Bratwurst Subs loaded with peppers and onions! Football season is here! In celebration, I’ve joined a group of bloggers from all over the country — all of...
View ArticleRoasted Pumpkin Seeds {Pumpkin Carving Fun}
Roasted pumpkin seeds are a healthy snack, often made during the season of Halloween. They’re a great treat after a night of pumpkin carving! Carving pumpkins can take a long time, so being able to...
View ArticleHealthy Side Dishes, 18 Healthy & Delicious Side Dishes From Around The World.
I know the holidays aren’t necessarily the time to think about Healthy Side Dishes, but I do like to have a few options for those on special diets. We always celebrate Thanksgiving in the desert with...
View ArticleGluten Free Bread Sticks
These Gluten Free Bread Sticks are great for dipping or snacking! With the football season coming to a close, it’s time to start thinking about Big Game parties and inevitably, the recipes you will...
View ArticleHow To Throw A Whole30 Party
Have you ever wanted to entertain friends or just have a few friends over for drinks and appetizers, but then changed your mind because you are following Whole30 (or are gluten free)? Here are some...
View Article15 Terrific Tomato Recipes
Running out of ideas for your garden fresh tomatoes? These 15 Terrific Tomato Recipes are sure to inspire you. It’s mid-summer, and my garden tomatoes are producing full-stop! We have them in...
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