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
Homemade Staples: Bleu Cheese Dressing
As I’ve mentioned before, nothing beats homemade salad dressing. When I make a dressing I know how fresh it is, and exactly what ingredients are going into it (or not … Continue reading
Homemade Staples: Meyer Lemon Curd
Lemon Curd is one of THE most versatile staples to keep on hand for preparing desserts. Lemon bars, tarts, pies, etc. Spread it on pound cake. Dip strawberries in it. … Continue reading
Homemade Staples: Honey Orange Sauce
This is a really flavorful sauce that goes well with fish and chicken. It can also become a tasty pairing with cut vegetables, crostini, or chips. I used Triple Sec … Continue reading
Lunchtime Hospitality: Garlic-Parmesan and Peppercorn Salad Dressing
I love salad dressings. I actually try to avoid that aisle at the grocery store as much as possible. It’s so easy to get drawn in by all the different … Continue reading
Elegant and Affordable: Beef Tenderloin with Horseradish-Mustard Sauce
The combination of flavors between the coriander rub and the horseradish-mustard sauce is outstanding. This dish is sure to please your guests. The sauce also works great with leftovers as … Continue reading
Hostess Gifts: Brandied Apple Butter
Last month I made Pumpkin Butter and got the “butter bug”. When I saw the Brandied Apple Butter recipe over at Wife Meets Life, I knew it had to be … Continue reading
Homemade Staples: Balsamic Vinaigrette
Homemade dressings add so much to even the simplest of salads. And of the dressings out there, vinaigrettes are the easiest to make — just by using ingredients commonly found … Continue reading