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Spicy Pickled Garlic

Spicy Pickled Garlic

Tender cloves of mellow sweet garlic take on a bit of spicy heat when pickled. Great on sandwiches and burgers, tossed in salads, served with antipasto, or used to spice up a Bloody Mary, these pickled cloves are a garlic lovers dream.

TGIF with a Brandy Alexander

TGIF with a Brandy Alexander

Smooth and creamy, the Brandy Alexander is a delicious way to end the week. White and innocent in appearance, this “milkshake” is full of dark chocolate flavor with the benefit of a brandy kick. As an after dinner drink, or with dessert, the Alexander will 

Easy Strawberry Jam

Easy Strawberry Jam

One of the sure signs that spring has arrived would be the piles of well-priced fresh strawberries at the local market. I am a fan of enjoying what’s in season, taking advantage of the abundance of the crop and the attractive pricing. So while we 

Mac-n-Cheese Pie with Bacon Lattice

Mac-n-Cheese Pie with Bacon Lattice

The “mother of all comfort foods”, would be one way to describe this dish, or a “skillet of pure love” might be another. Creamy macaroni and cheese, poured into a flaky pie crust, topped with a woven lattice of bacon, and baked until bubbling, golden, 

TGIF with a Grapefruit Margarita

TGIF with a Grapefruit Margarita

Grapefruit Margarita Recipe I must confess, the warm sunny spring weather we are having lately is making me a bit thirsty. As I sat outside on the porch a couple of days ago enjoying the sun on my pale winter face, the thought of a 

Peanut Butter & Chocolate Pretzel Bites

Peanut Butter & Chocolate Pretzel Bites

Peanut butter and chocolate have long been a favorite of many people. There is just something magical about how the creamy smooth flavor of the peanut butter works with the dark rich taste of chocolate. No-bake Peanut Butter & Chocolate Pretzel Bites also give another 

Rainbows of Eggs

Rainbows of Eggs

While there are some beautiful eggs colored using onion skins, leaves, and beet juice to create wonderful muted tones and pastel shades, I find like most children I am drawn to the ones that are incredibly vivid and bright. Seeing the wonder in the wide 

Grilled Rosemary Lemon Chicken

Grilled Rosemary Lemon Chicken

Rosemary and lemon are two flavors that seem to just naturally work well together, like a hand and a glove, or maybe Steve Lawrence & Eydie Gorme. The brightness of the citrus amplifies the earthy freshness of the herb, bringing what ever dish they appear together in alive. 

Cappuccino Cheesecake Brownies

Cappuccino Cheesecake Brownies

Yesterday I decided we need to have a treat in the house. It had been a while since the last baked goodies disappeared, and I do love to have a little nibble of something sweet after dinner. I don’t keep sweets around all the time, too 

TGIF with a Lemon Basil Martini

TGIF with a Lemon Basil Martini

Few things seem to shout spring has arrived to me like fresh herbs, and what better way to savor the flavor of the season than with a Lemon Basil Martini.  Light and refreshing, this cocktail is a great way to leave the week behind and 

Curried Yam & Cauliflower Soup

Curried Yam & Cauliflower Soup

Cauliflower roasted with garlic and Indian spices work in harmony with the subtle sweetness of yams to create a soup with an interesting combination of flavors. Hearty and satisfying, this dish makes a fabulous light and healthy lunch or dinner.  Savory and sweet with just