Comfort food–when flavors and aromas remind us of home and simpler times. One comfort food for me is apple streusel cake—and it is just the cake to share with friends and neighbors. The aroma as it bakes is guaranteed to fight off howling winds and the inviting flavor seems to erase the stress of the day. [Read more…]
Beef and Blue Sandwich Recipe
I cook with the seasons. I serve roasts, stews and chili in the winter and grilled chicken and salad on those warm summer days. Yet, too quickly, boredom sets in and I am tired of the seasonal fare. That happened to me recently and I was craving something different, but the snow covered grill seemed daunting. My solution was this quick and easy sirloin sandwich—with a flavor punch of blue cheese mayo. [Read more…]
Chicken Tortilla Soup
I have a new life rule that I am adding to my list. Never, I repeat NEVER live in one spot for almost 20 years! The tremendous amount of “stuff” (and I use that word lightly as I can think of other words that would be more appropriate but not for my “G” rated writing style) that I have collected is mind boggling. I am determined to adhere to my new life rule no matter how hard!
After almost 10 months of plotting, planning, budgeting and dreaming we are preparing to move to our new home. We have packed, packed and then packed some more. There must be a light at the end of the tunnel. Countless car loads of “stuff” to charities and over 200 cookbooks donated to the library system must indicate that we are making progress. These are stressful times and stressful times call for one thing to soothe the soul…..soup. [Read more…]
New Year’s Day Quiche
Happy New Year! Celebrate the New Year in style. Make it a lazy morning and enjoy your family and guests, but keep is super easy! I love watching the parades, sipping coffee by the fire and just enjoying the day so the menu needs to be festive and fool proof. [Read more…]
Christmas Cookie Exchange 2012
It’s the time of year that I look forward to, for I cherish the magical trance that extends into our home from the hustle and bustle of the holiday. Yes, that’s right, my culinary cookbook club annual Christmas Cookie Exchange.
This year was another stellar presentation of delectable morsels and cookies that more than satisfy. It is always a major decision for everyone as to which recipe to select. Some of the creations served were: peanut blossoms, cardamom and saffron macaroons, raisin pecan oatmeal cookies, chocolate fudge cookies, Christmas pudding bonbons, double chocolate espresso crinkles, Nana Mirabile’s Italian Christmas cookies, almond spice sugar cookies and oatmeal almond cookies. This year my 15 year old daughter participated, too. She has become quite the cookie baker and she contributed Winterland mint cookies which were a big hit!
I chose Dorie Greenspan’s World Peace Cookies. These are over the top perfection and so easy to assemble, slice and bake. You can find Dorie’s cookie recipe here. If you don’t know Dorie, you should take the time and read her cookbooks. She is one of the most talented, personable and genuine people I know. It is always a treat to meet her, talk with her and enjoy her presentations at culinary conferences.
We want to wish you a very Merry Christmas that is filled with peace, love, joy and hope. Thank you for visiting our blog this past year and for being part of our Internet family.
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