Casual Dining: Marinated Chicken with Cherry Tomato Risotto
Last fall, I came across a wonderful risotto dish from fellow blogger Cottage Grove House. This Risotto with Sun Gold Tomato Sauce beckoned to me. I filed it away to … Continue reading
Elegant and Affordable: Shrimp Beurre Blanc with Brussels Sprouts
This is a very simple yet elegant pasta dish — perfect for entertaining a few friends or as an intimate dinner for two. The recipe combines recipe preparations from … Continue reading
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
Elegant and Affordable: Wild Mushroom Risotto
After making Butternut Squash Risotto last week, I decided I was officially on the “Risotto Wagon”. So I thought I would create a dish using a variety of mushrooms and … Continue reading
Holiday Entertaining – Autumn Edition: Beverage Service (Plus Caramel Apple Liquor with Spiced Cider)
We always have three goals when it comes to determining what beverages to serve when entertaining. Make sure to stay in budget. Make sure the drinks compliment the food. Make … Continue reading
Elegant and Affordable: Lemon Chicken Piccata
The way that this chicken is prepared makes it so tender, so flavorful that you’ll be hooked…and so will your guests! The recipe is adapted from Ina Garten (the Barefoot … Continue reading
The Creative Kitchen Challenge: Day 2- Cremini Mushrooms
Cremini mushrooms were not the terrifying thought that mussels were before I completed day 1 of The Creative Kitchen Challenge. I actually spent most of my life not liking mushrooms … 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
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