Crab Cakes with Avocado Aioli
When we first got married, the only seafood Bill would eat was salmon loaf and tuna casserole…I’m not even sure those qualify as seafood. Slowly, he’s expanded his repertoire to include salmon, shrimp and,...
Magic Raspberry Cookie Bars
I just love Magic Cookie Bars! Ooey, gooey and coconutty. But all I need is one or two nibbles and I’ve had my fill…and since the picky family won’t eat these, I have to...
Mim’s Lebanese Hummus
Mim’s Lebanese Hummus is simply garbanzo beans, hummus, lemon, garlic, and salt, it’s heavenly! As a bonus, this Homemade Hummus is super easy to make.
Truffle Brownies Version 2~
So many brownie recipes, so little time! This one comes from the Hearty Boys, Chicago caterers who won The Next Food Network Star. The gang loved my earlier truffle brownies, and these are just...
Grilled Pork with Plum Sauce~
On a recent trip to northern Michigan, I found the elusive plum jam I needed for my first attempt at rugelach. A girlfriend bought some, too, but hers was for a favorite pork recipe...
Crispy Smashed Potatoes
My family goes nuts for these Crispy Smashed Potatoes and requests them frequently. And making them is a breeze! This addictive roasted potato recipe was a hit from day one. Terrific with burgers, grilled meat...
Chocolate Silk with Berries
Bill needed a dessert for a pitch in at work…I had lots of requests for a repeat performance of my carrot cake , but it was time to attempt something new. He vetoed my...
Classic Lava Cakes Recipe
My family fell hard for lava cakes from their first bites. My quest for the perfect version lead me to this fabulous Classic Lava Cakes Recipe.
Teriyaki Kabobs
We love using our charcoal grill in the summer…and the fall, winter and spring! And although burgers are fine with just some salt and pepper, nothing enhances the barbecue experience like a fabulous marinade....
Mile High Lemon Meringue Pie
The towering meringue topping is the classic indicator of a true Mile High Lemon Meringue Pie, though the luscious lemon filling is just as important! Photo updated in 2015 I used to peruse the...
Homemade Limoncello Liqueur
Homemade Limoncello Liqueur is a delightful Italian after dinner drink that is a breeze to make. Whip up a batch of this limoncello recipe for gifts!
Better Than Reese’s Peanut Butter Bars
These Better Than Reese’s Peanut Butter Bars are totally irresistible!!! I promise, if you’re a Reese’s fan, you will be swooning with every bite. No baking is needed to make these outrageously delicious, super...
