Green Door Hospitality

Adventures in Everyday Entertaining

Ingredient Spotlight: Asparagus

Asparagus to me is the surest sign of spring!  Those lovely little green tips poking out of the ground mean winter is over just as much as the daffodil or … Continue reading

March 6, 2014 · 10 Comments

Ingredient Spotlight: Oranges

That amazing citrus smell that awakens your senses and makes you feel alive!  Yup, I’m talking about oranges!  These aromatic jewels of nature’s candy can range from sweet to sour … Continue reading

February 20, 2014 · 11 Comments

Ingredient Spotlight: Garlic

I love garlic!  It might even be my valentine! Seriously, if you peruse through Green Door Hospitality you will find garlic in well over half of the recipes.  And what’s … Continue reading

February 13, 2014 · 6 Comments

Ingredient Spotlight: Chocolate

Chocolate.  Decadent and delicious, and able to sooth emotions with a single taste.  This makes it the superhero of ingredients.  Chocolate is also extremely versatile.    It can be used … Continue reading

February 6, 2014 · 7 Comments

Ingredient Spotlight: Brussels Sprouts

Brussels Sprouts have only been part of my life for the last couple years.  I first cooked with them during a Creative Kitchen Challenge.  After that I was hooked!  These … Continue reading

January 30, 2014 · 21 Comments

Ingredient Spotlight: Bleu Cheese

Bleu Cheese is one of those foods that fall into either the love or hate category with a lot of people.  Personally, I love it!  The flavors are sharp and … Continue reading

January 23, 2014 · 13 Comments

Ingredient Spotlight: Onions

“It’s hard to imagine a civilization without onions.” — Julia Child. Ms. Child couldn’t be more right!  Onions are in fact one of the oldest known cultivated vegetables.  In ancient … Continue reading

October 15, 2013 · 28 Comments

Impromptu Entertaining: Grilled Brussels Sprouts

As things heat up this summer, I try to find more and more ways to take the cooking outside to keep the house from getting too warm.  Grilling Brussels Sprouts … Continue reading

July 1, 2013 · 35 Comments

Ingredient Spotlight: Tarragon

Tarragon is quickly becoming one of my favorite herbs to cook with!  It’s the perfect compliment to egg and cheese dishes, as well as soups and poultry.  The most common … Continue reading

May 30, 2013 · 13 Comments

Lunchtime Hospitality: Orange Sesame Dressing

This simple but tasty dressing is perfect as we head into the summer.  Try it with a green leaf salad mixed with mandarin orange slices and cashews.  Or use it … Continue reading

May 30, 2013 · 20 Comments