Potatoes! There are so many ways to prepare this much-loved tuber but mashed is at the top of the list. We are excited to share this version of creamy Ricotta Mashed Potatoes with you. The ricotta cheese adds an extra creaminess and a subtle cheesy flavor to this old-time favorite.
Ricotta Mashed Potatoes
Fluffy ricotta mashed potatoes! Rich with butter and cream are enhanced with a measure of ricotta cheese which adds additional creaminess and a slightly tangy flavor….
Venison goulash is one of our favorite ways to prepare venison. Ultra tender venison is smothered in a thick, savory red sauce and makes a delicious, hearty stew. WHAT IS GOULASH Goulash is a stew that originates from Hungary as an economical beef stew made initially by Hungarian herdsmen. The dish has grown in popularity…
Mmmm, these little bites of Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Figs are so good! A sweet fresh fig stuffed with blue cheese and thyme leaves then wrapped with salty bacon. Top that off with a brushing of clover honey and broil until the bacon is crispy. These easy appetizers are ready for the party! Crispy, salty, creamy and…
Yes, we are back in Greece again! We love all foods Greek and today we bring you Lamb Stuffed Grape Leaves with Avgolemono Sauce. The delicious tangy avgolemono sauce is the perfect partner for these rich, flavorful dolmas. Serve these tender lamb and rice filled Dolmas, swimming in a tangy avgolemono sauce as the main entrée…
Create a fun and easy monster cake for a monster theme party. This is a quick and easy way to make an adorable and original birthday cake for a kids birthday party. I based this monster face off of the monster in the book “Where the Wild Things Are“. This is a really easy cake…
Step aside peanut butter! These nuts and seeds came straight from the squirrel and they make the best roasted seed and nut butter. Natural, homemade nut and seed butter is better than anything you can buy in the store. This creamy spread will have the squirrels envious.
This roasted veggie quinoa bowl is a party of flavors and textures. Roasting the vegetables brings the sweetness out of them and concentrates the savory flavors. The toppings add texture, crunch, and variety while the creamy tahini cashew sauce pulls it all together. Grain bowls are one of our favorite fun meals. Whether you’re on…
For all the busy mom’s that need a delicious, ‘on the table in minutes’ meal at the end of the day, this Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta is for you! This simple pasta recipe hits all the right notes. Sweet succulent shrimp, immersed in a creamy garlicky sauce and tossed with thick strands of…
Well, sadly, we have reached the end of our summer. You may still have tomatoes on the vine in your garden though and you can turn them into a pot of this Creamy Roasted Tomato-Basil Soup. This is an infusion of textures; smooth and creamy with chunks of tomatoes and bits of fresh basil. …
This recipe for healthy banana blueberry muffins is a makeover for our more indulgent banana blueberry muffins with crumb topping. We have reduced the fat and calories and increased the fiber while keeping the muffins moist and tender. The crunchy crumb topping is completely fat-free. It has a touch of lemon in it to make…
America has a love affair with cheesecake! And that includes all manner of flavors. This creamy Lavender Cheesecake has a light, floral flavor and it is one of our special summertime flavors. The romantic fragrance of lavender is in the air at our house as the lavender tree on my deck is once again blooming…
Celebrate Octoberfest with this Ale Braised Bratwurst and Apple Sauerkraut. A mildly spicy bratwurst braised in a malty Scotch ale and served with a German style sauerkraut and chunks of tart apples. Our locally-made brats are bursting with flavor from fresh herbs and spices then braised in a malty ale. They are served on a…
Got Zucs? We have a good neighbor that has been keeping us supplied with zucchini from his garden patch. Now is the time to make good use of them in our Gluten-Free Zucchini Fritters! Crisp on the outside and full of herby-cheesy goodness. You are in for a treat. Zucchini is a summer squash that…
Salmon is almost a staple food here in the Pacific Northwest and we can never seem to get enough of it. Our recipe for Broiled Copper River King Salmon is a delicious treat for a special dinner-for-two. A wedding anniversary qualifies for this feast! Wild salmon is high in fat and rich in the heart-healthy…
These mini blueberry tarts start with a pre-made puff pastry and come together in a flash. The term “easy as pie” was made for these little tarts. Not only are they easy to eat, but they are easy to make. Who wants a perfectly sized mini blueberry tart? These little blueberry pies are just the…
These bakery-style banana blueberry muffins have a crunchy cinnamon crumb topping and they are loaded with juicy blueberries. You know what’s better than a bakery muffin? Homemade! Yep, these from-scratch, homemade banana blueberry muffins are so much better than the local bakery. They are light and fluffy, yet moist and tender.
These crispy breakfast burrito wraps are made with a flaky phyllo dough and stuffed with ham, eggs, and cheese. Who doesn’t love breakfast burritos? They are perfect little bundles of deliciousness. All the good stuff wrapped up in one little package. These are not your typical breakfast burritos. Instead of using a tortilla, we used phyllo…
