Green Door Hospitality

Adventures in Everyday Entertaining

Simple Appetizer Alert: Dill Dip

A nice quick and easy appetizer for the current and upcoming holidays (depending on what you celebrate).  This dip tastes fresh, creamy and DILL-icious!  Perfect with vegetables!  And once you … Continue reading

April 18, 2014 · 10 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

Super Occasions: Tenderloin with Port Reduction and Bleu Cheese

This meal shouts romantic and elegant dinner for two (if you’re an omnivore that is).  The port sauce combined with the distinct flavor of the cheese really hits this meal … Continue reading

February 11, 2014 · 17 Comments

Impromptu Entertaining: Broccoli Cheese Soup 2.0

A great way to kick off the year is with a reboot of a recipe that I posted last January.  I am constantly looking to better my recipes and give … Continue reading

January 20, 2014 · 15 Comments

Lunchtime Hospitality: Tomato Balsamic Soup

Is there anything better than a cup of tomato soup and a grilled cheese sandwich for lunch on a cool fall day? Well, I hate to admit it but I … Continue reading

November 5, 2013 · 30 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

Pantry Preserving: Dilly Beans

  A few weeks ago, I had the great opportunity to do a guest post for Susan over at The Foodette.  In case you didn’t get a chance to view … Continue reading

September 5, 2013 · 11 Comments

Simple Appetizer Alert: Jalapeno Cheese Dip

I love all of the tasty recipes that Lindy shares on A Taste of Wintergreen.  And when I saw this jalapeno cheese dip…I just couldn’t resist!  I mean really — … Continue reading

August 20, 2013 · 12 Comments

Pantry Preserving: Dijon Mustard

Mustards have got to be one of my all time favorite condiments!  Sandwiches, dips, grilled meats… there is so much one can do with a good mustard!  And as much … Continue reading

August 15, 2013 · 8 Comments

Homemade Staples: Slow-Roasted Tomato Marinara

Once you have mastered the easy art of Slow-Roasting Tomatoes, one of the greatest things you can do with your new skill is make marinara!  This is a good, simple … Continue reading

August 13, 2013 · 8 Comments