Green Door Hospitality

Adventures in Everyday Entertaining

Pantry Preserving: Cardamom Pear Butter

After canning and preserving for a little over a year, I felt I was finally ready to start developing my own preserve recipes.  Up until now I have altered and … Continue reading

February 25, 2014 · 15 Comments

Brunch Basics: Garden Egg Bake

One of the best thing about summer is the fresh vegetables that come out of the garden (or at the farmers market).  This egg bake is the perfect combination of … Continue reading

September 3, 2013 · 18 Comments

Potluck Stamp of Approval: Peach and Blackberry Crisp

I wanted to create a dessert that was both vegan and gluten-free for all the summer potlucks and gatherings that are coming up so everyone can enjoy.  The tender sweetness … Continue reading

June 4, 2013 · 15 Comments

Homemade Staples: Chocolate Sauce

A good chocolate sauce can really raise the bar for your desserts.  If you’ve never made your own chocolate sauce before, you’ll see how incredibly easy it is and vow … Continue reading

May 28, 2013 · 34 Comments

Lunchtime Hospitality: Roasted Red Pepper and Zucchini Soup

The subtle flavor of the zucchini is the perfect compliment to the roasted red peppers in this soup.  With only a little bit of garlic and oregano, I kept the … Continue reading

May 21, 2013 · 41 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

Brunch Basics: Strawberry Lime Delight

Brunch is a great time to have refreshing fruit juices.  They balance out the eggs, meats, and starches so well.  Plus, they just taste delicious!  This Strawberry Lime Delight is … Continue reading

May 9, 2013 · 33 Comments

Impromptu Entertaining: Savory Mashed Potato Bake

Mashed potatoes are always a crowd-pleaser.  But sometimes it is fun to give the dish a little “boost”.  The savory and salty notes added to this dish are sure to … Continue reading

April 30, 2013 · 17 Comments

Simple Appetizer Alert: Vegan Stuffed Mushrooms

For this simple and easy appetizer, I wanted to create a stuffed mushroom that didn’t have any sausage or cheese.  The earthiness of the baby bellas (also known as baby … Continue reading

April 11, 2013 · 32 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