This Tortellini Soup is Healthy, so easy, and most importantly, it’s positively addictive. About Tortellini Soup with Sausage and Spinach I have to admit, I had help on this recipe, twice over. First, was from Tricia Yearwood, who is an excellent cook and gave me the idea for Tortellini Soup. Next, was from my…
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Parmesan Frico Chips
Parmesan Frico Chips are so easy to make, but the problem is that you will want to make a lot because these lacy crisps are truly additive. I saw packaged Parmesan Frico Chips the other day at Central Market. Wondering what frico chips were, I discovered that it was a traditional cheese cracker (actually a…
Smoked Salmon Frittata
If you love smoked salmon as much as I do, this Smoked Salmon Frittata will be a Go-To Recipe that you will make again and again. About Salmon Frittata If you love quiches as much as I do, you’ll love frittatas even more. A frittata is really just a quiche with half the work because…
Oven Smoked Dry Ribs
These Oven Smoked Dry Ribs are not only easy but tender and rival ribs in a smoker. About Oven Smoked Dry Ribs The question of whether people like their barbecued spare ribs slathered in a spicy barbecue sauce. Then there are others who like their ribs dry roasted with a slightly crispy crust is still…
Super Easy Slow Cooked Chicken Thighs
These Super Easy Slow Cooked Chicken Thighs are wonderfully savory, juicy and pull-apart tender. A perfect solution to having a fabulous dinner when you’re too tired to cook. About Easy Slow Cooked Chicken Thighs It’s been crazy around here lately. It’s just that it’s kept me over the top busy. The solution when you Know…
Slow Cooker Chicken Chile
Slow Cooker Chicken Chile is so easy and perfectly seasoned with chile powder, garlic and lime. About Slow Cooker Chicken Chile First, I have to say I love Mexican food. And one of my favorite chefs who excel at creating delicious Mexican recipes is Chef Rick Bayless. In fact, I learned how to make Homemade…
Cappuccino Brownies
About Cappuccino Brownies Ah, Capucino Brownies! This recipe was inspired by Katherine Hepburn’s famous brownies. There’s so much to respect about Katherine Hepburn. Her acting was second to none. In fact she still holds the record for winning the most Oscars for Best Actress. In fact she won four times. She was also independent…
Shrimp Mediterranean
Shrimp Mediterranean combines the best of the Mediterranean Diet with fish, vegetables, pasta and a delightful lemon garlic sauce. About Shrimp Mediterranean This Shrimp Mediterranean recipe was inspired by the Mediterranean Diet, considered one of the healthiest diets in the world. And there’s a lot of reasons for that. The ancient Greeks and Romans knew…
Chilled Mediterranean Pasta Salad
I really love the flavors of this Chilled Mediterranean Pasta Salad with its sun-dried tomatoes, artichokes and olives. And when you add the pasta, it just works together deliciously. About Chilled Mediterranean Pasta Salad Salads are really healthy and perfect any time of the year, but even more so in the hot days of summer…
George’s Char Salmon
George’s Char Salmon is made with delightfully light Arctic Char that is sautéed and finished in the oven is a rich garlic butter sauce. About George’s Char Salmon Interesting how life works out. One day all is normal and the next you find yourself in the Emergency Room. All I have to say is be…
Espresso Meringues with Chocolate Chips
What is light, crisp and just this side of heaven? These fabulous Espresso Meringues with Chocolate Chips. I’ve never been a real fan of cookies, unlike my husband who adores them and happily takes free cookie samples whenever he can get them. From grocery stores, from banks, anywhere. Butter cookies, sugar cookies, peanut butter cookies. Makes…
Bacon and Scallop Lettuce Wraps
These Bacon and Scallop Lettuce Wraps will be the hit of your next party. I have to give a huge thank you to Tyler Florence for the idea of these fabulous lettuce wraps. I have had bacon wrapped scallops many times before as an appetizer, and I love the lettuce wraps at PF Chang’s. But…
Pomegranate Orange Roasted Beets
Pomegranate Orange Roasted Beets with Pomegranate molasses and blood orange oil are not only super easy but they are totally delicious. About Pomegranate Orange Roasted Beets When I think of my Pomegranate Orange Roasted Beets I think of McClendon’s farm. Scottsdale has a great Farmer’s Market that they hold downtown on Saturday mornings. This remarkable…
Easy Caprese Pasta Salad
Fresh tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, the tang of basil and a drizzle of olive oil. About Easy Caprese Pasta Salad Who doesn’t like a wonderfully fresh Caprese Salad with it’s tomatoes, basil and rich mozzarella cheese? And when you add pasta…well, then it becomes a meal. Food network’s Giada De Laurentiis, absolutely loves and has perfected…
Potato Pancakes with Thyme
Potato Pancakes with Thyme are an updated version of an old favorite. These delicious crispy pancakes are perfect served with applesauce. About Potato Pancakes with Thyme The humble potato. And yet in the hands of creative chefs throughout the world, magic happens. You get instant deliciousness with dishes such as Potato Soufflé, Vichyssoise, Pomme…
Pork Fajita Quesadillas
Pork Fajita Quesadillas combine fajitas and quesadillas into one delicious dish with all the flavors of Mexico – Smoky, Savory and Spicy. About Pork Fajita Quesadillas Pork Fajita Quesadillas always remind me of Cinco de Mayo. When we were living in Scottsdale, Cinco de Mayo was a very big deal.Parades, mariachi music and the food….
Sautéed Spinach with Caramelized Mushrooms
Sautéed Spinach with Caramelized Mushrooms is easy, healthy and also deliciously satisfying. This side dish works beautifully with fish dishes. About Sautéed Spinach with Caramelized Mushrooms When my daughter was young, she loved Spinach. Fresh, or out of the can, it didn’t matter to her. She loved it. And bless her heart, it sure made…
Easy Arctic Char
Quick seared and oven finished Easy Arctic Char recipe is so quick to make and the flavor is absolutely restaurant worthy. Easy Arctic Char Iceland is an amazing country. Roughly the size of the state of Kentucky with a population of only 350,000 people, this wonderful country boasts some of the friendliest people on earth….