Sometimes romance comes in the form of comfort food, wouldn’t you agree? Warm, cheesy, potatoey, comfort food with just a hint of seafood and black truffle oil essence. This gets really decadent when you enjoy it on a slice of freshly baked baguette. When accompanied by a glass of good white wine (I adore Sauvignon…
Happy Valentine’s week, Lovelies! We’re kicking off our annual “Week of Valentine Treats” with one of our favorite romantic breakfasts. Jeff and I enjoyed waffles just like these while vising Maui, Hawaii. Every morning The Terrace Restaurant, at The Ritz Carlton Kapalua, served this amazing breakfast spread…. gorgeous, buttery caramel rolls, plump, fresh sausage, smoked…
This classic salad is good with everything! I love it paired with grilled steak and baked potatoes or slow roasted chicken and potato salad. It reminds me of church basement pot lucks and summer picnics. 1 (14.5 oz.) can green beans (not French cut) 1 (14.5 oz.) can wax beans 1 (14.5 oz.) can chickpeas…
If you like BLT sandwiches, you’re going to love love love this salad! We enjoyed this as a main course dinner salad a couple nights ago and it was so yummy! for 1 salad: 1 cup shredded romaine lettuce hearts 1 cup chopped baby spinach 1 small, cooked, chilled, cubed chicken breast 1/2 perfectly ripe…
This is the recipe for the Original Island Hotel’s salad dressing. It was first served on their amazing salad, but it’s awesome on any fruit salad! 4 Tablespoons vanilla ice cream, softened 2 Tablespoons real mayonnaise 2 heaping Tablespoons crunchy peanut butter 2 Tablespoons ginger jam (if you’re not using candied ginger on the salad)…
This is a fantastic, tangy dressing you can use in any recipe or on any salad that calls for a dollp or drizzle of ranch dressing. 1/2 cup real mayonnaise (no substitutes) 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 2 Tablespoons pickled capers, drained 1 heaping teaspoon prepared horseradish 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/4…
Grace has been busy in the kitchen again! She originally made this delectable, easy cheesecake in her home-ec class and made another for Super Bowl Sunday. It turned out perfect. Soooo delicious and creamy. Enjoy this dessert plain, drizzled with caramel and/or chocolate, topped with blueberry, cherry, strawberry, peach or lemon pie filling… or your…
Inspired by a recent visit to a local pub that serves these amazing peanut butter and jelly chicken wings, Jeff decided to make up a batch for Super Bowl Sunday. They turned out so, so good! The sauce is amazing and the texture is perfect. Adjust the spiciness to suit your tastes by adding a…
My daughter Grace has been busy in the kitchen again! This time she made healthy oatmeal raisin cookies for her school lunches and for tea time after school. These are so delicious and not too sweet. You could even grab a couple for breakfast on the go if you’re in a hurry in the morning.…
You may have had walking tacos at county fairs and sporting events. They’re so delicious and such a convenient lunch/snack for family gatherings, potlucks, picnics and they’re perfect for game day! Just make up the taco meat in advance, put it in your slow cooker to keep it warm, place the taco accoutrements around the…