Roasted Rhubarb Compote
A lovely, seasonal Roasted Rhubarb Compote recipe from Dorie Greenspan is the perfect topping for a big scoop of vanilla ice cream. This Rhubarb Sauce is a seasonal spring or summer dessert topping. With...
Easy Caramel Brownies
My favorite, easy caramel brownies were given a facelift. Truly a decadent, to-die-for dessert, made with a homemade brownie recipe! These Homemade Caramel Brownies are even more heavenly than a similar recipe made with a...
Glazed Salmon with Fruit Salsa
I served this Glazed Salmon with Fruit Salsa for Ash Wednesday to rave reviews from the picky hubby. Simple, easy, and elegant! Can’t beat that! Of course, the tropical fruit salsa wasn’t part of the...
Broccoli with Garlic and Lemon Zest~
This is one of those no-recipe recipes…the family actually requests this one if I haven’t made it in a while. Easy and flavorful, it makes the week day menu quite frequently. Broccoli with...
Beef Tenderloin Filets with Garlic Butter and Herbs
A simple preparation makes these Beef Tenderloin Filets perfect for a special occasion meal! Old photo circa 2011 Beef Tenderloin Filets This was our entree for Nick’s 18th birthday…for about the 17th year...
Layered Pesto Dip
This Layered Pesto Dip with Sun-Dried Tomatoes is a gem from Nigella Lawson with lots of Italian flair! Perfect for your next gathering. Called a “terrine” in Nigella’s recipe, layers of pesto, cream cheese,...
Bistrot Paul Bert Pepper Steak
Definitely a celebratory entree, this Bistrot Paul Bert Pepper Steak from Dorie Greenspan is both simple to make and elegant. Dorie’s time in Paris inspired this Skillet Filet Mignon that’s drizzled with a rich...
Salmon Rosettes with Cream Cheese and Capers~
Here is kind of a non-recipe, but still a stunning arrangement for any breakfast or brunch. Adding some dill would be another nice touch, but I’ve kept it simple. Salmon Rosettes with Cream Cheese...
Chicken with Garlic and Parsley
On a busy day, this is the perfect recipe for dinner…I’ve shared it with many friends since first discovering it. It came highly recommended on a foodie bulletin board…and it draws raves from everyone...
Best Yellow Cake Recipe with Chocolate Buttercream
When Bill’s birthday rolls around, he invariably requests my Best Yellow Cake Recipe paired with a dreamy Chocolate Buttercream Frosting! Homemade Yellow Cake is tender, moist and so much better than a box mix. It’s...
Hasselback Potatoes with Parmesan and Thyme
Hasselback Potatoes: Seasoned Fanned Potatoes that will delight your palate! An easy, impressive side dish loaded with deliciousness. A special slicing technique allows butter, Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, and herbs to infuse every bite...
Three Cheese Manicotti
This outstanding Three Cheese Manicotti is topped with a homemade tomato sauce and is the only manicotti recipe you’ll need. Whether you use the crepe recipe to make homemade “shells” or boil up some...
