A treat I am making for hostess gifts this year is a recipe from Marilyn, a friend from forever ago and a really great cook. All of her recipes are keepers. (more…)
Ingredient: kosher salt
Tomato Veggie Bisque
When ever I try to pass on a recipe that isn’t exact, I know I am taking a chance. But if you are willing to taste as you go and alter the spices to meet your palette, this is a great way to pack a lot of vitamins and fiber into your diet. And freezing some for later (more…)
Cucumber Salad
I was recently on a two day trip to Atlanta to meet with the gals at the Cotton + Steel Studio. Most of you may know, they are the collaborative group of five young designers for RJR Fabrics, designing a broad range of cotton, rayon, canvas and double gauze modern prints. While in Atlanta, we visited some really fun restaurants. At one, I ordered a cucumber salad. When it arrived the presentation was so appealing. As it turns out, it tasted just like the recipe from my mom that I’ve make often, except… (more…)
Basic Dressing (Stuffing)
Dressed Up Dressing… My family likes the Basic Dressing recipe for our Thanksgiving meal. But, if your family is a little more adventurous you can add dried cranberries, chopped dried apricots or chopped mushroom, as pictured, for the Dressed Up Dressing version. (more…)
Easy Parmesan Risotto
Simple, healthy and delicious creamy oven baked risotto loaded with Parmesan and peas makes a perfect side dish for family and special occasions. (more…)