One of my favorite early crop vegetables from the garden would have to be the radish. The spring radish has an especially tender texture and mild peppery flavor that is only found this time of year. Often we only think about the radish sliced on …
Combinations of textures and flavors make this grilled pineapple and cucumber salad not only a treat for the eyes, but a delight for the tongue. The perfect dish for your next backyard barbecue or luau, this salad hits all the right notes.
Swirls of spicy barbecue, smokey bacon, and tangy cheddar work in harmony to create an unforgettable, taste sensational loaf of bread. The flavors work perfectly along side any of your favorite summer picnic foods. Mop up that extra barbecue sauce with a slice, or replace …
Recently I was asked by a friend about some sugar-free options for baking. Now I have never really experimented much with this type of baking, although probably I should, but I thought it would be a fun challenge to look into it. Many recipes I …
Dollops of golden crusted mashed potatoes serve both as a delicious side dish and a beautiful garnish. Given their regal name from their elegant appearance, Duchess potatoes are actually very easy to make and fun to customize to fit perfectly with any menu.
A zesty lemon cream sauce is the perfect complement to fresh asparagus and crimini mushrooms. This light and healthy pasta dish is not only delicious, but easy to prepare in less than 30 minutes.
Plump juicy strawberries coated with a crisp shell of chocolate create fruit truffles that are both light and delicious. The perfect addition to any brunch, or with a glass of champagne for dessert, these decadent yet innocent treats combine two favorite flavors that will make your heart …
In France, Belgium, New Orleans, Acadiana, Newfoundland and the Congo, French toast is known as pain perdu. French for lost bread, pain perdu reclaims stale or “lost” bread by soaking it in an egg and cream mixture overnight before being pan frying in butter and then baking. The stale bread drinks up …
Kentucky Hot Brown Sandwich Like Mint Juleps, garlands of roses, and ladies hats, the Kentucky Hot Brown is a derby day tradition. Created in 1926 by Fred K. Schmidt at the Louisville Brown Hotel as a late night alternative to ham and eggs, this open …
Everyone seems to love chocolate chip cookies, however there are many differing opinions on what determines the best. There are multiple variables that contribute to our vision of the perfect cookie, thick or thin, chewy or crisp, large or small, milk chocolate or dark chips, nuts or …
Greek yogurt helps deliver a smooth creamy texture and a bit of tang to this artichoke and Parmesan dip. Hot and gooey, this molten cheese dip is perfect as an appetizer for any occasion. Delicious with crackers, cocktail bread, or try it on one of my …
With a crispy crust and a tender moist interior, nut brown ale brings a deep rich flavor to this bread. Hearty and delicious, this bread is a great complement to a bowl of chili, stew, or cheese soup. This quick and easy recipe allow you to customize …
