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Adventures in Everyday Entertaining

Elegant and Affordable: Individual Flourless Chocolate Cakes

Talk about decadent, these individual flourless chocolate cakes are the perfect way to close out an evening of entertaining friends.  Each guest gets their own rich cake topped with seasonal … Continue reading

March 11, 2014 · 14 Comments

Elegant and Affordable: Roasted Asparagus with Balsamic Browned Butter

Asparagus season is almost upon us.  And I feel like with the way some of the weather has been in this country lately, a little taste of spring is just … Continue reading

February 18, 2014 · 21 Comments

Elegant and Affordable: Sautéed Brussels Sprouts and Shallots

I have been in love with making Brussels Sprouts ever since I participated in the Creative Kitchen Challenge last summer when we were still Beyond the Green Door.  They are … Continue reading

November 4, 2013 · 21 Comments

Elegant and Affordable: Scalloped Potatoes with Leeks

Julia Child’s Potage Parmentier (Potato and Leek Soup) is one of my favorite recipes of hers.  This gratin takes the essence of the potage and makes it a side dish.  … Continue reading

October 24, 2013 · 14 Comments

Elegant and Affordable: Shrimp Beurre Blanc with Brussels Sprouts

This is a very simple yet elegant pasta dish — perfect for entertaining a few friends or as an intimate dinner for two.   The recipe combines recipe preparations from … Continue reading

September 6, 2013 · 13 Comments

Elegant and Affordable: Kahlua Ice Cream

I don’t have an ice cream maker.  I have thought them to be dangerous inventions.  If I have an ice cream maker in the house, then I will have the … Continue reading

May 28, 2013 · 36 Comments

Elegant and Affordable: Creamy Lemon Asparagus Soup

This asparagus soup is perfect for spring.  The addition of lemon and chardonnay really make it stand out and is a wonderful addition to any meal.  The use of herbes … Continue reading

May 13, 2013 · 28 Comments

Elegant and Affordable: Fried Deviled Eggs

Deviled eggs are always a favorite in our home.  And this recipe modified from Jacques Pepin takes the idea of deviled eggs to an entirely different level.  Serve these as … Continue reading

May 6, 2013 · 30 Comments

Elegant and Affordable: Truffled Mac and Cheese

Since it’s Tax Day, we should be looking at comfort foods to brighten our day.  And what is more comforting than Mac and Cheese? This savory and mouth watering mac … Continue reading

April 15, 2013 · 29 Comments

Elegant and Affordable: Balsamic Strawberry Pie

It is the start of strawberry season which is always a very exciting time!  Fresh berries — there are so many options!  And to celebrate, why not make a strawberry … Continue reading

April 9, 2013 · 44 Comments