Simple Appetizer Alert: Three Cheese Walnut Spread
You had me cheese and walnut! This is a deliciously savory appetizer that is perfect to serve for guests — or to bring for a potluck! There are only a … Continue reading
Lunchtime Hospitality: Beef Stout Stew
The weather outside is FRIGHTFUL, inside stew is so delightful! Seriously, the weather has been awful for most of the United States. Seems like the perfect time for some warm … Continue reading
Simple Appetizer Alert: Goat Cheese Crostini
I love recipes with versatility. There’s nothing better than having a basic recipe that can be modified to create several variations. This is one of those such recipes. For this … Continue reading
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
Potluck Stamp of Approval: Tiny Roquefort Popovers
These little popovers are the perfect savory treat to bring to your next potluck — or to just have on hand to go with a lunch or dinner. The bleu … Continue reading
Elegant and Affordable: Roasted Cauliflower Soup with Tarragon
Follow my blog with Bloglovin Cauliflower is one of my favorite vegetables. There is so much you can do to “jazz” it up. This soup has a wonderful flavor combination … Continue reading
Elegant And Affordable: Linguini with Bacon Alfredo
One of the biggest struggles for most of us when it comes to entertaining is being able to do so on a budget. But budget entertaining doesn’t have to mean … Continue reading
Presentation Possibilities: Flat Iron Steak with Tarragon-Garlic Sauce
Presentation of food is very important. Whether you’re serving 20 people or 2, the way the food looks has a huge impact on how we perceive it to taste. All … Continue reading
Potluck Stamp of Approval: Cold-Fashioned Potato Salad
As I’ve mentioned before, we are huge fans of Alton Brown’s ‘Good Eats’ show. So when I needed to make potato salad for a family function, I turned to the … Continue reading
The Creative Kitchen Challenge: Day 1- Mussels
Mussels have always been one of those foods that I really enjoyed ordering in restaurants but have been TERRIFIED of making at home. I mean, they’re shells. What if I … Continue reading