I’ve fallen in love with the quirky cooking show, Extra Virgin, starring Debi Mazar and her Italian native husband. I recently tried one of their mouth watering recipes, bolognese lasagne with a besciamella sauce. It is divine! I’m going to be upfront with you, it’s a simple yet time consuming recipe. However, one bite and […]
Looking for something different that you haven’t experienced in your culinary life as of yet? Outstanding in the Field is a roving adventure – literally a restaurant without walls. They set the long tables at farms or gardens, on mountain tops or in sea caves, on islands or at ranches. Occasionally the table is set […]
As many of you may know, I am more of a savory gal than sweet. ( I’m not talking just personality here!) So when and if I recommend something on the sugary side, you’ll know it must be really good and relatively easy to […]
First, I must thank my dear friend for treating us to such a fabulous dinner! I must admit the thought of prunes and olives was not mouth watering at first. If you can get past the ingredients list and just make it, you’ll be […]
Looking for an easy, gourmet protein to have on hand for your next cocktail shindig? Look no further…Ina Garten’s rosemary nuts are the bomb! They only take a few minutes to make and your guests will devour them. Recipe: 3/4 pounds cashew nuts 3/4 […]
(Okay, okay, mine doesn’t look exactly like the magazine’s photo but I bet mine tastes better!) Cooking Light magazine is one of my favorite places to find simple, healthy, but delicious recipes. I especially like this month’s issue because of the 25 chicken dinners that are […]
My latest addiction is the Orange Dream Machine smoothie. Until recently, I was at the mercy of Jamba Juice to get my daily fix. Since I’ve become the happy recipient of a new Blendtec, I can now make my own. (okay, I confess, my […]
This morning I woke up with left over mashed potatoes and corn beef in my fridge. (and a grumbling tummy) I was going to make my traditional corned beef hash, but decided to have a little fun instead. I invented a corned beef hash […]
This is not a soup I would typically choose to make. However, I’m so glad I did! Take your taste buds on a culinary adventure they’ll never forget. It’s simple enough, elegant and radiates wonderful flavors. RECIPE HERE
A quick, but delicious Bloody Mary recipe that will taste like you know what you’re doing, even if you don’t. Perfect for Sunday football gatherings at your place, a bridal shower brunch or relaxing poolside. What you need: Vodka of your choice Bloody Mary mix […]
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