Grilled Pork Chops with Peck Seasoning and Charred Peppers
I have a secret infatuation with Michael Chiarello. His smile warms me over and I could simply listen to him talk about food for days. In fact, I’d just give up cooking and let him take over my kitchen so…
Cherry Pecan Cookies
My dad loved cherries. Cherry pie, cherries on cheesecake, cherry bars, black forest cake. Whenever I saw a recipe including cherries, I would save it away for the next time I would be baking for him. I found this cookie…
Will You Be My Cupcake?
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Visions of chocolate, champagne and roses come to mind when I think of this day. And, of course, love and romance. Two people walking arm in arm, two people sharing a laugh together that…
Chicken with Grapes and Baked Rice
When I was in my 20’s this was one of my first guest worthy dinners I proudly made many times! I remember well the woman I worked with that gave me both of these recipes when I was looking to make…
Baked Spaghetti Squash with Spinach, Ricotta and Gorgonzola
Ever since I discovered the magic of spaghetti squash many years back it has been a favorite veggie for its versatility and neutral, mild taste. I love mostly to substitute it for pasta when I want to avoid carbs and…
Biscotti for tea…Chai Biscotti
Spicy. Exotic. Cinnamon, cardamom and cloves. Spices that warm my soul. As I enjoy dipping a biscotti into my espresso or wine, I realized I would love to have a little something to dip in my tea. Chai is one of…
Country Style Pork Ribs in Italian Sauce
I am not a “slow cooker” gal. I own a crockpot but it’s used for specific dishes. Those that add a bit of convenience to my life; such as making stock when I don’t have the time to stay in…
Amaretto Rice Pudding with Toasted Almonds
Creamy, dreamy Amaretto Rice Pudding with Toasted Almonds. The simplest comfort dessert raised to new heights of pleasure with Amaretto and vanilla infused Arborio rice and a crunchy topping of slivered toasted almonds. I love this rice pudding for its…
Pistachio Cranberry Biscotti
My biscotti jar has been empty lately since the overload of holiday sweets. It is very rare that I don’t have homemade biscotti on hand as biscotti are a treat I can enjoy at any time of the day. To…
Lemon Chicken Soup
Sunshine, warmth and yummy goodness are in this bowl of chicken soup. Avgolemono (av- go- le- ma- no) is a classic Greek soup made with egg yolks and lemon juice quickly whisked into simmering broth. I use this method in…