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I found several more summer recipes that wern't terribly heavy or difficult to prepare, leaving your kitchen cool as a cucumber!
My Favorite Summer Time Recipes
This is just a collection of what I like to eat in the summer time! I adore Watermelon, so there is a theme here!
4th of July Yummy Recipes
Here is a recipe that is so quick and easy you'll wonder why you never
thought of doing it before. It's perfect for those mornings you want to
cook your family something special but don't have the time to whip up some
waffle batter
I love pudding of any kind, but Chocolate is where my heart is at. As you know the French are famous for Creme Brulee, In Italy it's called Panna Cotta, and in Mexico they serve a delicious dessert called Flan, which I adore
Recipes and History of St. Patrick's Day.
He was a patron saint of Ireland, and born in Britain from a Roman family. Patrick was captured at 16 by I believe Irish raiders and then made into a slave.
Spring is around the corner. Spring is one of my most favorite times of the year. I find my creativity is up, as well as my energy. It must be something to do with the sunlight. Regardless, salad’s are always a great pick me up. They are easy, simple, and more ...
A Yummy appetizer for Super Bowl Sunday
New Years Recipes from Around the World
I did a search to find recipes to ring the News Years in -- as we all celebrate the New Year!!
I also found these traditions for good luck and prosperity!
It's Christmas, and I wanted to take a break, so I am posting those recipes I received via email, they speak for themselves, and they are tried and true!
Something Different For Christmas Dinner
Are you tired of the usual Ham, Turkey, Duck, or Goose? I preparing two things this season which I think will be a big hit, please let me share them with you
Here are more holiday drink recipes for you to try in your own kitchen. Many of these I just have in my files, others I came across on the net. I have found all of these not to be too terribly difficult. The fun thing about drink recipes, is that you ...
What to do with Leftover Turkey and Ham
Okay – so you have the dreaded leftovers – you know, the Turkey and Ham. You are sick of sandwiches, and by God this year you are doing to do something different! Right? I hope perhaps I can help! I realize Thanksgiving in the United States has come and gone, however, ...
Perfect Desserts for Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is almost here. I am betting some of you are preparing to make traditional pies. I have found several dessert recipes that will have your guest coming back for more!
Thanksgiving Tips, and Recipes
Thanksgiving is upon us – actually it’s around the corner! I have put together some recipes for Thanksgiving, also some tips, and tricks to help make your Thanksgiving a snap! Or, at least make it a bit easier for you to enjoy!
There are several methods to cooking a turkey – so ...
Fry bread was, as far as I know, a Navajo tradition. But since the Europeans
came, a lot of Indian nations have banded together, - both politically and
culturally. One of the things that came out of that was swapping and
adapting recipes. Some tribes add potatoes to their recipe, some
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I used to be a vegetarian. When you are a serious vegetarian you learn to get crafty with pasta. I came up with the name of the dish at a photo-shoot my band had done where I was dawning a little Jackie O’ funeral number, hence,
“My Son Looks Awful In
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My friend Michelle from Iceland sent this neat recipe to me. In researching this recipe, I found this:
A Sicilian chef was so moved by Bellini's opera--and its lead character, that he ran back to his kitchen to create this dish. In the original, this chef used eggplant that he sliced lengthwise ...
I have no idea where this recipe came from, so if anyone knows, let me know so I can give you credit! I tried it and it's WONDERFUL!!!!! Then again, I adore banana's of anykind!
Minestra Maritata or Italian Wedding Soup, really has nothing to do with a wedding. The name is mistranslation. To say two things go well together in Italian, you can say si sposono bene (they're well married) or, in the southern parts of Italy, that they're maritati, i.e. married
Fall is my favorite time of the year. I think because I am not a big fan of super hot weather -- Fall is in-between. Crisp, cold mornings, and then warmish afternoons. T-shirt weather is what my Grandmother always deemed fall as.
Along with that, comes recipes of course. And I am ...
Fall is my favorite time of the year. I think because I am not a big fan of super hot weather -- Fall is in-between. Crisp, cold mornings, and then warmish afternoons. T-shirt weather is what my Grandmother always deemed fall as.
Along with that, comes recipes of course. And I am ...
This is easy, it's fun, and it's a great way to show your support, as well as serve a great dessert, at parties, family gatherings, or wherever
I typically write a recipe column – however in the light of the events that started at 8:45 AM (EDT) on September, 11th, 2001 – I felt the need to write a more personal account of how I feel about what’s happened.
This came to me via email -- and I thought it was very fitting. So proud to be an American
Italian-Style Pot Roast - VENISON
It's almost hunting season. I haven't ever been a huge fan of deer meat of any kind, but I saw this recipe, and thought perhaps I might give it a try
Whether your long weekend will be spent catching rays at the beach, checking out a state fair, or having a lazy day fishing! The thing to remember is that Labor Day is best when celebrated outside!
Labor Day Recipes,Labor Day Recipes
Labor Day is an American Holiday that is always observed on the first Monday in September. It’s the last Summer holiday before Fall begins. Many people have a labor day barbeque, or party as the last bash of the summer, before the weather turns cool,Labor Day is an American Holiday that ...
CHOCOLATE GRAND MARNIER SOUFFLE
I know what you are thinking -- Tofu? Trust me, this is really good, the Tofu takes on the flavor and gives this a great texture.
Swiss Chard Pie,Swiss Chard Pie
Chard looks kind of like spinach, same in color but with a colored stem. Also, I read on the net that the minerals found in both greens are more readily absorbed from chard which doesn't contain the inhibitor oxalic acid, and don’t ask me what that is, because I don’t know:),Chard ...
Spaetzle means "little sparrows" in German, these tiny dumplings are one of the Chef's
excuses for driving two hours to my favorite German restaurant.
Traditionally served as a side dish to meats, just like noodles or
potatoes, they can be tossed with butter, or topped with gravy, pan
juices, or toasted bread crumbs
YUMMY Black Forest Cake - not for the weak minded!
A lovely soup for those hot summer days!
GRILLED POUND CAKE DESSERT SANDWICHES
Simple, yet elegant, and DELICIOUS! Easy enough to prepare on the fly, yet classy enough to serve after a formal meal.
Tantalize Your Tongue With a Taste of New Orleans.
I met some friends who were from New Orleans. They introduced me to Cajun cuisine, and I haven't been the same since!
Allow me to share with you some exquisite recipes from the French Quarter
I am assuming this is from the famous "Neiman Marcus" Department Store -- this one I haven't tried yet, but I know I shall soon!
I received this one in the mail, and I haven't tried it yet, but it sounds kind of good, on the refreshing side, and really different. I am into "really different" these days. Before you turn your nose up at this, give it a whirl
Sometimes I need some good old fashioned comfort food in my life, and this is as good as it gets:)
The flavor of this sauce is so intense, you'll find that a little goes
a long way. Toss it with hot pasta, add it to salad dressings, or
spread a little on toast
Frankly, it was a bit of a challenge coming up with an appetizer for
our American Diner week because appetizers are not commonly featured
in these unpretentious restaurants. It is not uncommon, however, to
be greeted by a smiling waitress carrying a basket of freshly baked
breads and rolls to be munched on while you
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This recipe is one that I received in a cooking class that I attended a
number of years ago. It's been a favorite ever since; if you like Indian
cooking, you know that most Indian dishes are extremely flavorful but not
necessarily hot-spicy. Everyone that I serve this dish to falls
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My name is Kerry and, although born in England, I am married to an
Argentine and have lived in this lovely country now for 21 years so think
an Argentine recipe is called for. When I first arrived I discovered that
it was true that most of the population only ate
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Baked Orange Pecan French Toast
I received this in the mail about a month ago. Now I am an orange fanatic, and I was chompin at the bit to try this. However, I digress, I hawe not tried this yet. But it would make a lovely summertime breakfast! Let me know how you like it!
I haven't given quantities for this recipe, so make as many as your
family will enjoy. These are great for backyard cookouts, and can be
prepared on the grill or under the broiler. They also make a
wonderful dessert
I know I have been on a dessert kick lately, not sure why, just a sweet tooth I think. These are wonderful, perfect for a Spring or Summer dessert after a big meal:) I love the fig and apple combination, just the right touch of sweet,without being over powering.
An easy chocolate cake, served with an ice cold glass of milk, this will cure the blues for anyone!
Stewed Mango's are much better than stewed prunes:)
This dessert is remarkably easy to prepare, but be sure to use only
fresh, sun-ripened strawberries for the best results.
Fruit soups are frequently served as dessert in Scandinavia, but the
Germans make a refreshing first course of them, especially in the summer.
Be sure to use fresh sour cherries if possible, or adjust the amount of
sugar if you must use sweet cherries
It's tax season, or you are back in school, or you have a huge sales pitch to make, whatever the reason, you don't have tons of time to cook, and let's face it good old Mickey D's gets a bit old now doesn't it? Here are a few quick recipes that ...
One of my really good friends is a superb gourmet cook, although she won't admit it. She passed this recipe on to me, and it's fabulous!
The
family joke that came out of it is that my kids loved these muffins so
much they started calling them "Dead Guy Muffins", a reference to my
penchant for making them for funerals.
Anytime there's a potluck, I'm
always asked to bring this dish. People who I've shared the recipe
with are now being asked to bring it to their potlucks.
Amanda's Marshmallow/Potato Cake
Hi. My name is Tripp Frohlichstein. This is a family recipe that actually
dates back, as far as we can tell, to the 1800's. Potato in cake may
sound odd but the ultimate taste is great when combined with the other
ingredients (no, if you didn't know potato was in this cake you'd
never guess).
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The meringue pie in general seems to be an American invention, with
lemon meringue pies making their debut sometime in the 19th century.
Other fillings followed, and my favorite is the chocolate meringue pie
that is still to be found in restaurants and diners all over the
country
Enjoy a romantic Valentines Day breakfast, that can be made a day ahead, and popped into the oven, on Vday morning, after a bit of morning romance:)
Typically, I am not a fan of Pea's, but this one caught my eye....
This came to me via email -- and I it looks REALLY REALLY good. I love Amaretto anyhow, so I can't imagine how you can go wrong with this. Thanks Jim!
Many readers will note that Irma Rombauer's recipe for Irish stew is
not traditional, in that it calls for beef rather than lamb or mutton,
among other variations. While it may be lacking in authenticity, it
is a perfect example of how Old World dishes have been modified over
the years to suit the American
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Narrowing down the choice for our soul food dessert was the hardest
part of putting this week's menu together because there are so many
wonderful sweet concoctions to choose from. I could have chosen sweet
potato, black bottom, or pecan pie, to name just a few, but I chose
peach cobbler because it seems to
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Lime Soup, for something different:)
Cobb Salad -- Start the New Year Right
This salad is named for Robert Cobb, the owner of the Brown Derby
restaurants in Los Angeles in the 1930s.
Breakfast Pizza for Christmas
Savory Breakfast Rolls
Breakfast Burrito's, easy, and a yummy way to start your day!
Neapolitan Pork Roast with Potatoes
There are few things a satisfying or delicious as a perfectly cooked
pork roast. This is Mark Bittman's version of a classic recipe from
Naples
I have been collecting these all year long, and I am excited to share them with you -- it's a variety of recipes for Thanksgiving! Enjoy:)
This fiery Jamaican sauce can be used on fish, chicken, and beef as
well. Traditionally very spicy, you may want to tone it down if your
tastes don't run in that direction. As with all the recipes this
week, it is adapted from "All Around the World Cookbook" by Sheila
Lukins, Workman Publishing Company, 1994,
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Peggy from Columbus OH here. I have one daughter, a significant
other, two dogs, and a cat. My family has always had certain holiday
traditions and breakfast on Christmas morning was one of them. One by
one, we would wake up, come downstairs and when everyone had gathered,
we would open gifts and wait for
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Here is an exotic treatment for what seems to be everybody's favorite
finger food. You can cook these on the grill or in the oven, as I
have here.
Even though the lemon grass, slices of ginger, and chili peppers are
used only for flavoring and not intended to be eaten, they are
traditionally served in the soup. In Thailand it is up to the diner
to eat around them, but you may want to remove them prior to serving
Good ole comfort food, at it's finest!!
Fettuccine with Sauce Monticello
This is a recipe was developed several years ago by an underpaid
teacher with two teenage boys to feed, and whose sons naturally wanted to
know what it was called. Lacking inspiration, the chef named it after the
small town in Georgia where he lived at the time. It's quick, easy,
inexpensive, and a crowd
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All vegetarian considerations aside, you may find yourself using this
stock in place of chicken or beef broth in all of your recipes becauseof its intense flavor
GRANDMA'S CHICKEN SOUP WITH MATZOH BALLS!
I received this from an elderly lady in New York, who says her Grandmother gave it to her, and is now featured in a popular New York Deli!
Another great recipe from my pregnancy list, this one comes from Michelle! I have developed a sweet tooth for sure, try it and let me know how it is!
Since I am pregnant, I belong to a great pregnancy list, for all us mom's due in December. We trade recipes with one another, and this one came from Anita. I am going to try it today, it sounds so good!
Being pregnant, I can't get enough "Peanut Butter"! Typically it's not my food of choice:) Anyhow, I came across this. I have no idea who the author is, but this looks REALLY GOOD!!!
TRY BEEF FAJITAS FOR LABOR DAY!
Grilled marinated Skirt Steak with Bell Peppers, Onions, and Flour Tortillas
Let's keep an open mind. I admit to not having one when this first came to me in my mail box. But I *tasted* this, and you know what, it's really really good. I am not a big fan of meshing fruit and meat of any kind.
The French would call this ...
I am not sure where this originated from, it came to me via email, and I thought it a fitting fruit salad for the end of Summer.
These puffy little fritters are reminiscent of New Orleans' famous
beignets.
I bet you think this is really made with parts of a frog? WRONG! (thank goodness!) You really need to check this out, this was found at:http://www.chefrick.com/recipes/soups/fr...
Well now I am crusing back into my "neck" of the woods -- being part Italian, I can't get away from Italian food! And I found this recipe and I haven't tried it yet, but my tummy is growling thinking of it. Pretty weird name for a sandwich eh?
This came to me because I love Chinese food. My friend sent it, as I was raving about Lotus Flowers I had tried. So I tried these at a favorite Chinese spot, and they are fabulous! I only hope that these will measure up!
I admit, I haven't ever published a recipe, I wasn't crazy about. Well this is a first. Scallops are not my favorite sea food, but I am to understand this is tried and true, and folks swear by it. So you tell me!
At the risk of sounding repetitive, I wish more people would consider
eating fresh fruit for dessert as they have been doing in France for
centuries. This elegant method of serving makes it even more of a
treat.
This is mango season here in the Caribbean, and ripe mangoes can be
seen hanging from trees at the sides of the roads. For those of you
who aren't lucky enough to be able to pick your own, this recipe works
just as well with store-bought fruits although it won't be as much fun
to
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The perfect easy cheesecake to make for the 4th!
Chocolate Hazelnut Truffles - It's deadly!
Oh my goodness - these are tried and *true*! These are almost as good as *you know what* !!! When hazlenuts and chocolate are combined, the result is of course - heaven!
It must be because I am pregnant, but as of late, I am on a Taco kick! I found this recipe in Bon Appétit! I couldn't pass it up! Now I know the raisins and the pecans may cause you to scratch your head. However, I have found that different food ...
QUICK ( and I mean QUICK) SAUSAGE PIZZAS
Now I don't know about you folks - but I have found homemade pizza to either be *really really* good, or *REALLY REALLY* bad.
I gotta give this one, two thumbs up
Ok - Now I want you to keep an open mind. The first time I heard the words "Fish Taco's" I thought, "what are they smokin?" And I kept that attitude until I tasted one, and have been hooked ever since. Be adventerous and try this, and let me me know ...
Most garlic lovers will agree that the only thing better than garlic
is roasted garlic. This recipe makes a relatively mild spread, so if
you love garlic you might want to increase the amount.
Lemon Pound Cake - rich, yummy, and a perfect dessert for any summer function.
Whether you call it egg custard, pudding, flan, creme caramel, creme
brulee, or crema catalana, variations on these egg-based desserts are
found all over the world. A touch of sophistication is achieved by
adding a thin, crisp topping of caramelized sugar, as in this classic
dessert from the Catalonia region of northeastern Spain.
If there is one thing this little recipezine will be remembered for, I
hope it will be for providing numerous healthy alternatives to sugar
and fat-laden desserts that characterize the American diet. Here is
another one for future gastronomes to study
General Tsao's Chicken
Ice Box Lemon Pie, just like Grandma used to make! Finger lickin good!
No visit to Belgium would be complete without a few waffles, and no
week of Belgian recipes would be complete without this one. The
difference between Belgian waffles and the ones we are more familiar
with is the yeast in the batter, which yields a lighter waffle with a
fresh-baked bread flavor.
Puffed Pancakes - Easy Easter Morning Recipe!
When I was a child, I remember my Nanna making these really fun pancakes, that she simply called: "Puff Pancakes". As an adult, I still love them. They are easy, delightful, filling, and everyone can help out in preparing them. My grandmother had a friend named Minda, she said this recipe ...
Easter is Around the Corner - Leg of Lamb with Mint Sauce
Easter dinner -- we had ham at our house, but as I have matured, I tried lamb, and I enjoy it! Let me know what you think!
I have to be honest, when this recipe was sent to me, I wasn't too sure -- but I tasted it, and you know, it's fabulous, so my fears were for nothing!
Tangy Irish cheddar or Cashel, an Irish blue cheese, is ideal for this typical main-course pub salad; you can substitute ...
It's Spring and Salad Time at the Suite!
I am going to publish a few recipes for yummy salads. It's that time of the year again, where salads provide a wholesome yet lighter side of eating. Fresh veggies we know are so healthy, and good for our bodies, and who says we have to be traditional, we can add ...
FILET MIGNON WITH SAUTEED MUSHROOMS
I had this recipe sent my way, and I tried it, and it's lovely. The filet is so tender, it's almost like slicing butter. I adore garlic, so I added more than the original recipe called for.
This dish hails from the delightful hill country of Bykmanova, where
all the highways are scenic and freshly paved, twisting and leaping
endlessly through glorious hills and tranquil valleys. The national
pastime there is Cafe Racing. Leather-clad motorcyclists cavort at
high speed from village to village, stopping every now and again to
fill up with gas
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Sweetbreads with Morel Jus and Morel Green Soybean Cassoulet
Please direct any questions about this recipe to the author.
From: Diane Gorodetzer mailto:Dsg49@aol.com
My country is called the Isle of Langerhanus. It is located within
the Pancreas. The Insulino River runs throughout the country. The
people living on the Isle of Langerhanus are known as the Alphans and
Betans. The Alphans and Betans work well
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The best brownies this side of the Rocky Mountains!
SPINACH-CHEDDAR CASSEROLE -- what a better way to each a veggie that many hate:)
Plantain Fritters (Tostones)Plantains, the oversized cousin of the banana, are becoming more
widely available throughout the U.S., although it is sometimes
difficult to find them in both their green (unripe) and yellow (ripe)
states. The green is preferred for this recipe, but the ripe will do
in a pinch.
Apple Butter, just like my Nona used to make.
Chicken with Forty Cloves of Garlic
The main dish of our "Low-Fat Trip Around the World" is a reduced fat
version of a classic French dish. Please don't be intimidated by
the amount of garlic in this recipe, since it becomes mellow and sweet
with cooking. Spread the garlic on bread or toast for a special
treat, or do as I
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This came to me via Chef's around the World:American author Owen Wister, who also wrote "The Virginian," made this
cake famous with the publication of his novel "Lady Baltimore" in
1906, in which the cake was a favorite at the Lady Baltimore Tearoom
in Charleston, South Carolina. Many recipes exist for this cake, and
most
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Nothing says home cooking to me like a pot roast. I believe this
dish and its many variations have been around for hundreds, and
probably even thousands of years. If you choose to serve yesterday's
potato pancakes with this, you might prefer to omit the potatoes.
Flan de Pina (Colombian Pineapple Custard)
Like so many dishes with regional variations, flan is to be found all
over Latin America, frequently flavored with local ingredients. This
pineapple-flavored version comes from Colombia.
I discovered this about ten years ago! My friend Sharon served this too me, gave me the basic recipe, and I tinkered with my own version and this is what I have come up with, enjoy!
A quintessential New Orleans dessert, and a favorite among most locals
A different, unique dessert. Pizza is normally not made with fruit, but this one is, check it out and give it a try!
For New Year's serve your guests something different! Give these recipes a whirl! Let me know what you think?
If you are tired of the same old Ham recipes, check these out, maybe you might find something here worth trying -- Ham is so versatile, you can do just about anything with it:)
Something different along the lines of left over turkey!
A well prepared pot pie is just plain heaven. Here is a simple, yet delicious pot pie recipe that I believe my grandmother made from time to time. Homemade is always better than anything you could possibly find in the frozen food section at your local grocer. Many say the secret ...
Left over Turkey - what do I do with it?
Safety tips in handling left over holiday food.
A very straight forward, simple way to roast turkey, and serve up a delicious meal.
You know, I wasn't terribly sure about this recipe when I received it. However, a good friend of me tried this in her test kitchen, and she gave it an "8" for rating. So I think I am going to try it. I hadn't ever thought about baking an artichoke, until ...
A wonderful hearty soup, that is stocked full of veggies, chicken, that's easy to make.
A copy cat version of "Girl Scout Cookies"
Try these and let me know if they taste like the *real thing*
This in a series of recipes that are close to "the real thing" that are served in many of our favorite watering holes, and eating establishments all over the world.
Pork Chop Recipes: With Cherry Balsamic and with Caramelized Onions and Gouda
Two Pork Chop recipes with different tastes. This sure beats Shake N Bake:)
Oyster Stew - Not this authors favorite, but certainly a favorite of many
Seafood Chowder with a bit of a twist!
Corn and Potato Chowder for those of who you are not clam lovers!
Fall is Finally Here - Chowder to enjoy!
A hearty clam chowder, simple to make, yet flavorful!
With Fall rapidly approaching, it's time to harvest apples. I have always been a sucker for a tender baked apple, filled with butter and brown sugar.
Turn Your Love Meter Up With: Lobster and Avocado Salad
It's been said that Oysters, Lobsters, and Crab are all Aphrodisiacs and help us heat up our love lives. Now is this just the food and it's ingredients? Or is it the mindset behind it! You be the judge!!
The Ten Commandments of BBQ-ing, this is a great set of commandments:)
What makes a great hamburger? First there's the meat. You want to use a flavorful cut, like sirloin (for uptown burgers), or chuck or round (if you're feeling more democratic). The meat should be ground twice - first through the coarse plate of the grinder, then through the fine plate. And ...
I found some back to basic type recipes - the staples of life as my Grandma used to say. These are all recipes for basic easy dishes or sauces to make. From Rice to Apple Pie, to White Sauce, Roux, and Gravy! Enjoy!
GRILLED PORK TENDERLOIN WITH FRESH PEACH AND GINGER SAUCE
The robust sauce doubles as a marinade for this easy and elegant entrée. Begin preparing well before serving so that the pork has time to marinate. Accompany with boiled green beans and a full-bodied Zinfandel
Peach Pie with a zest!
My Brother Cris's "Cherry Cheese Cake Delight" Happy Birthday!
A special cake for my brother Cris. Cherry Cheese Cake at it's finest. Easy, simple, and delightful! Happy Birthday Cris!
Temperature Charts and Conversions
I don't think I have ever posted cooking basics, so I thought I would start with just a few temperature charts and conversion charts found below.
In the heat of summer who wants to cook? I certainly don't! I know that even in the luxury of an air conditioned house, during the warmest part of the day I don't wish to turn on my oven for anyone.
Here is delightfully different salad that isn't terribly difficult to prepare, ...
Chocolate Covered Strawberries and More...
I found several fun recipes that I have been saving, small ones, to make into one article:)
Grilled Lobster - Yes - Grilled Lobster!
The flavor of this dish is direct, honest, and impeccable, and its simplicity is a tribute to the inherent beauty of food. As is true in most cases, if you use high quality fresh ingredients, the best thing to do is leave them alone and let the taste come through . ...
With this slow cooker barbecue, you combine opposites: old and new, fast and slow. The combination of slow cooking and fast grilling makes these ribs tender and crisp. When you add a few grilled vegetables, you have another opposite that brings balance: light vegetables and rich pork barbecue
A different kind of an appetizer, not a quiche, but similar. Very different, fresh, and vibrant.
A lovely mixture of fresh eggplant, penne pasta, tomatoes, aromatic basil, and cheese.
This award winning recipe comes to us from the Rainforest Cafe.
Gnocci are Italian potato dumplings. Serve them with the sauce of your choice. If you don't feel like making sauce, a pre-made marinara or spaghetti sauce will also work well
Pecan Chicken a summer favorite.
Marna's version of what she thinks the ultimate potato salad would be like.
It's Spring, time to get out those running shoes, hit the road, get into shape, and refuel your body. What better way -- Salad! Nobody says you have to stick to plain old Iceburg anymore, kick up your heels, tantalize your tongue, and go wild!
Thai-Spiced Pork Tenderloin with Orange Curry Sauce
Zesty, pork, spiced with Thai seasonings, with a unique and delightful curry sauce.
Great Grub to be Found in Cleveland!!! Read all about it!!!
A sinfully simple dessert, easy to make, and those that taste it will be under your spell forever... Blackberry parfait, fresh blackberries, white chocolate mouse, Mmmmm
Roasted Asparagus Salad with Tangerine Dressing
This lively Asian-style salad is terrific on its own or teamed with roast chicken, roast lamb or broiled shrimp.
Two different chicken recipes, on different ends of the chicken spectrum, lovely, and great with white wine.
Crawfish, also known as slipper lobster, are known for their sweet, mild flavor. Add a lovely sauce, and a bit of spice, and you have yourself a delightful Cajun meal.
Lobster, butter, Dijon Mustard, heavy cream, rich, yummy, just like Matt! hee hee
Three easy, yummy desserts, that may take a little time to prepare, but really worth the effort.
RED-WINE-BRAISED DUCK LEGS FROM MY NECK OF THE WOODS!
Rich, yet delicate, a true duck lovers delight...
White Chocolate Easter Cake With Strawberries
This pull-out-all-stops dessert layers a white chocolate pistachio cake with strawberries and a do-ahead pistachio butter-cream. For the finishing touches, whipped cream is piped up the sides, and a marzipan top is crowned with fresh strawberries.
Passover - a time to celebrate!
Passover is the 8 day observance commemorating the freedom and exodus of the Israelites (Jewish slaves) from Egypt during the reign of the Pharaoh Ramses II.
It is a time of family gatherings and lavish meals called Seders. The story of Passover is retold through the reading of the Haggadah, the
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BABA GHANOUJ - You won't find this at McDonald's!
A wonderful mixture blend of egg plant,garlic, olive oil, and tahini. A distinctive, yet mellow taste, amazingly smooth
Recipes From Restaurants Around the United States
A hearty soup that is elegant enough to serve at a formal dinner, but versatile enough to serve at an informal gathering.
A collection of St Patrick's Day Recipe's to tantalize your tummy!
Wrapped Chicken Breasts With Bacon and Basil
A medium skill recipe. A wonderful and different way to enjoy chicken, which can be boring.
Pineapple Upside Down cake at it's finest!
My Salute to Women's History Month
March is Women’s History Month, and with that in mind, I think it’s important for us as women to remember where we came from, especially all the time we have spent in the almighty kitchen creating meals that our families love to remember, as well as those they would rather forget. ...
Tamale Pie, rich, yummy, and meatless
Dessert, Elephant Ears, a lovely confection!
A very simple rich dessert made with my favorite--chocolate
2 yummy recipes that can be made for two, for Valentines Day.
50 uses for vinager
Crab Meat Appetizers
Healthy Soy (Miso) Soup Recipes
Raisin Pudding, a lovely Winter dessert, rich, full bodied
Meringues with Raspberries and Mascarpone
A lovely way to finish off a perfect dinner - raspberries!
A great alternative to traditional cheesecake
Our "Cooking of Israel" recipe today is a type of fruit cake that is
perfectly appropriate to this time of year, whether your family
celebrates Hanukkah or not.
POTATO-CRUSTED QUICHE WITH SMOKED CHEDDAR AND CANADIAN BACON
Yummy Quiche for Brunch
A fruitcake actually worth trying
Sweet delicious mini apples pies
Michael Alexander Cake a yummy cake with raspberries
Holiday Appetizers with a Song!!!
Holiday Appetizerss
Just when you didn't think Caesar could be good and healthy!!!
Low fat version of Caesar Salad
A yummy concoction of Lobster and shrimp...
CRAWFISH TOMATO ETOUFFEE IN PUFF PASTRY SHELLS
Crawfish
Boston Cream Pie is really a cake!
Brisket
Mango Cake - a lovely dessert
A Simple Boiled Dinner From New England
New England Boiled Dinner
Risotto alla Milanese alla Leone
Risotto alla Milanese alla Leone
Chef Carol Shipman's Strawberries Romanoff
Strawberries Romanoff , an incredible, classy, elegant dessert.
Lovely Succulent Roasted Garlic
A wonderful, easy recipe for roasted garlic!
Cuban Style Roast Pork Sandwiches
Yummy Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms
Delicious Sin: Peanut Butter Pie
Eggsactly the Way You Love Em!!
Potatoes and Garlic Go Hand in Hand
Why Chocolate is Better than Sex!
For the love of sushi! Learn about the basics of Sushi.
Here's an old-fashioned recipe that doubles as a tasty way to feed
your family some carrots. This came from the Chef and staff at World Wide Recipe:)
PANIOLO RACK OF LAMB - Start Your New Year Off With Class
Because the lamb in this recipe is marinated in a barbecue-style sauce and then grilled, the hotel nicknamed the dish "paniolo", which means "cowboy" in hawaiian.
Halloween Fun
dessert
It's essential in almost every dish I have encountered and, coming from an Italian background and marrying into an Italian family, we wouldn't be caught dead without garlic in the house.