Someone turned 21 years old today! You know what that means, boozing it up at the pub and getting free birthday drinks! Whooo Partay! Oh wait, right she’s a cat. Well SOMEONE needs to have a drink today! So in her honor I’ve made up a tasty cocktail. Why not mix up a batch and …
We didn’t make it to Pazzoria Bakery this year for our panettone bread so I thought, “How hard could it be?” As it turns out, not that hard! After some experimenting I think I’ve got it right. Panettone Loaf For the dried fruit mixture: 1/4 cup each of: Dried Cranberries Dried Currants Golden Rasins Dried …
This is a British derivation on a Swedish recipe created by the Hasslebacken Hotel a few centuries ago. I love that its super simple but looks very fancy. Perfect for my Christmas Eve feast! Hassleback Potatoes Preheat oven to 425 degrees. 12 Yukon gold potatoes of medium size 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Salt & Pepper …
For those who have had a Brussels sprouts related childhood trauma, I’m here to help. Anything followed by “& Bacon” can’t be bad, now can it. Brussels Sprouts & Bacon 1 lb. Brussels Sprouts (fresh) 1/2 pound thick sliced Bacon (about 10 rashers) 1/2 cup Dried Cranberry Freshly ground pepper. Slice a little of the …
Who want’s a super easy make ahead Thanksgiving dinner side dish? Mango Ginger Glazed Carrots 2 16 oz. packages Baby Carrots 1 8 oz. jar Mango Ginger Chutney 1/2 cup light Brown Sugar 1 teaspoon fresh Cilantro or Parsley Steam the carrots for 10 minutes or until they are just cooked through. Spread them out …
For the past 12 years I’ve relied on this handy template when entertaining. No matter the occasion, big or small, this is the first thing I pull out. A little organization at the start saves frayed nerves on the day. Also, the other benefit is you have a record of what you served last time …
I was going for the flavor of my BBQ Enchilada Recipe without turning on the oven and making the kitchen hot. BBQ Chicken Tacos With Corn & Black Bean Relish 1 whole Rotisserie Chicken 1 cup Enchilada Sauce 1/2 cup Barbecue Sauce 2 cups Shredded Cheese 3 tablespoons torn Cilantro 6-8 small Tortillas Take the …
A restaurant we frequent has this amazing coleslaw. They serve it with everything. Here’s my attempt at the home version. Thai Peanut Coleslaw 6 cups shredded Napa Cabbage 2 tablespoons finely chopped Cilantro 2 finely chopped Green Onions 1/2 cup roughly chopped Roasted Peanuts Chop and assemble all the above ingredients and place in a …
Here’s a recipe to warm you up in the chilly weather. Minestrone Soup 1 cup Pasta Shells (Cooked) 2 tablespoons Olive Oil 1 cup diced Onion 3 cloves Garlic (sliced) 1/2 cup diced Carrot 1/4 cup diced Celery 1 teaspoon pepper 1 small Zucchini (large dice) 1/2 cup White Wine 4 cups Chicken or Vegetable …
Hearty, comforting fare for a winter’s night. Weekday Cassoulet 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil 10 Rashers of Bacon (Diced) 2 Packages Adel’s Chicken & Apple Sausage (or you choice) 1 Small Onion (Sliced) 1/2 Teaspoon Ground Pepper 2 Cloves Garlic (Minced) 1 Tablespoon Flour 1/2 Cup White Wine 1 16oz. Can Chopped Tomatoes 1 Tablespoon Fresh …
Kathleen Rear 