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A big bowl of plump, steamed Mussels in Garlic Wine Sauce, so good with grilled sourdough bread. Add a crisp green salad and a glass of white wine and that’s dinner for me!
Mussels in Garlic Wine Sauce
This is one of our favorite bounty-of-the-sea treats. We love those big, meaty mussels swimming in a bowl of savory sauce of garlic and white wine. …
Good morning, everyone! Today’s post is a little different from our usual recipe postings as it is a travel post. If you came for a recipe, we are hoping you will enjoy reading about the adventures of our South African Safari instead and not be disappointed by the lack of a recipe. This dream vacation…
This Watercress and Roasted Beet Salad makes me happy! I love the spicy, peppery taste of watercress and the sweetness of roasted beets. Combine those unique flavors with a tangy, creamy feta cheese dressing and, voilà! An award-winning, fresh springtime salad! Just a few simple ingredients of crisp watercress, roasted beets, a creamy, feta cheese…
Oh, don’t we all just love a sweet, decadent dessert to finish off our dinner! Today we are going to change our focus to a fruit and cheese dessert. This simple presentation of Roasted Apples and Aged Goat Cheese is a refreshing option to those high-calorie desserts. Warm, roasted, apples combined with the creaminess of…
Yes! Not only can venison taste great, but it can be incredibly tender and juicy. This venison and broccoli with oyster sauce will have you sold on venison. Tenderizing Meat with Baking Soda Venison is an incredibly lean meat. As a result, it can sometimes be tough and dry if it is not prepared correctly. Don’t give…
Start your day with some delicious overnight sourdough waffles. These babies are light and airy on the inside and crispy on the outside. They are the peak of perfection. This is an essential recipe for anyone that keeps a sourdough starter. It is also a great excuse to make your own sourdough starter if…
This timeless recipe for beef stew is loaded with chunks of lean beef, vegetables, herbs and red wine in a slightly thickened flavorful sauce. This beef stew is a hearty, healthy one-pot meal. Serve with a crusty sourdough bread or hot baked cornbread. It is raining outside! And it is cold and gloomy. We…
These red velvet cupcakes are moist, rich, and luxurious. Toss out the box mix and make these cupcakes from scratch. I promise you will never want to make red velvet cupcakes from a box again. This recipe is fast, easy and delicious. I get a lot of requests for red velvet cake and this is…
Among the many kinds of cheese found in Greece the traditional sheep’s milk, feta cheese, is a staple. This snowy-white, salty Greek feta cheese is the base for our Feta Cream Salad Dressing and Dip We love this thick, creamy mixture that is so versatile. Initially, we created this as a salad dressing but…
These savory quiche-like Mushroom Goat Cheese and Thyme Tartlettes can be an appetizer or a light lunch. Each pastry case is filled with a mixture of mushrooms, shallots and a rich custard of eggs, cream and goat cheese. Tarts come in all manner of sizes and shapes, from sweet to savory but I’m loving the flavors…
Our bourbon vanilla cheesecake with chocolate ganache is unbelievably soft and silky. This ultra-custardy cheesecake is firmer than pudding but softer and creamier than a traditional cheesecake. Bourbon Vanilla Cheesecake with Chocolate Ganache A hint of bourbon enhances the vanilla in this custardy cheesecake. The entire cake is sandwiched between two layers of rich dark…
This is the taste of Springtime! Our Lemon Raspberry Parfait will be a perfect dessert to serve for Mother’s Day. Or any day for that matter! This tangy, lemony custard is layered with a sweetened raspberry sauce. The refreshing flavors give a double-dose of goodness! Lemon and raspberries go together like bread and butter. With just…
Mothers Day is almost here. If you’re wondering what to make, we have some ideas that will make planning a menu much easier. Here is our roundup of Mother’s Day Brunch Recipes. You don’t have to be a mother to celebrate Mothers Day. Mothers Day is about celebrating all Mothers but mostly it is about…
This no-bake Mocha Chocolate Icebox Cake is a chocolate celebration. It is surprisingly easy to make and there are just a few simple steps. Crispy double chocolate cookies are layered with a rich, creamy, and fluffy mocha chocolate cheesecake mixture. This mocha chocolate icebox cake is a celebration. When you see how easy it is…
This green onion and goat cheese tart is perfect for brunch or served as an appetizer. Store-bought frozen puff pastry makes this recipe fast and easy. Green Onions Usher in Spring with this easy green onion tart using the first of the delicate onion harvest. Green onions are available throughout most of the year but…
A light, flaky killer crust envelopes these spicy pulled pork empanadas. They are just in time for Cinco De Mayo. All the delicious Mexican flavors are in the spicy pork filling. You will be dreaming of a vacation to Mexico. We created these Mexican spicy pulled pork empanadas in a dinner-sized serving, but they…
Joe’s Special is an easy one-pan breakfast scramble that is full of protein and fiber to keep you filled and satisfied all morning. What is Joe’s Special? This recipe is essentially a spinach, beef and egg hash that makes a hearty and filling breakfast. Although it was originally served as a breakfast, this recipe makes…
