Posts tagged FAST DELICIOUS PASTA RECIPE
A Scrumptious and Healthier Blueberry Muffin

It has always been hard for me to start or end my day by eating a muffin. After all, aren’t they cakes labeled as breakfast food? If I were to make these muffins in the shape of a cake, I might have a second slice, but I would never eat two muffins. I remember a time when this was not a conundrum for myself or my friends.

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No-Bake Mascarpone & Strawberry Torte with Crumb Crust

Recently my husband printed out this recipe and placed it on my desk. I have become accustomed to these tactics, translating to “can you make this for me.” It was shared on Instagram by my relative in Italy, Lucia Bove. When the Bove’s suggest a recipe, you make it. They know good food and dessert.

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A Rainy Day on the Amalfi Coast -with recipe for Roasted Tomato, Mozzarella & Prosciutto Strata

Week one of our month-long stay in Italy began on the Amalfi coast in the town of Atrani. The VRBO my husband Richard and I rented was as pictured and described. Villa Rose #5, our one-bedroom apartment, was appointed with all the necessities and delivered a majestic view

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The Chateau on The Lake - With a Recipe for Carrot-Ginger Bisque

My choice of appetizer was the Carrot-Ginger Soup. I dipped my spoon into this pale orange soup topped with maple honey cream. The layering of flavors used to create this soup was different from the ordinary mirepoix (a saute of carrots, celery, onions, and herbs). I needed this soup in my life.

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Che Pasa? Recipe for Mexican Black Bean Soup with Chorizo

It is was a cold October evening, the first real chill of the season. I turned on the fireplace and truly wanted to plop on the couch with a glass of wine. Then, reality hit. It was five-thirty, time to prepare dinner. I could have been happy with a few slices of aged Manchego and crackers, but that's not the general consensus around here.

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No-Knead Bread Recipe For When You Need Bread - French Boule

During the shut-down due to COVID 19 this Spring, yeast was nearly impossible to obtain. While most people pursued toilet tissue and other household basics, yeast and flour became my obsession. I decided the pandemic was the ideal time to hone my dough making skills or lack thereof. Apparently, with most of the country on lock-down sharing the same sentiment, there was no yeast to be found on supermarket shelves or on the internet.

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An Autumn Getaway with a Recipe for Baked Oatmeal

Breakfast enjoyed al fresco, provided both healthy and traditional options. When at home, its generally a protein shake for me. At the Emerson Resort & Spa, I chose the baked oatmeal accompanied by Greek yogurt and fresh berries, and it wowed me! I immediately asked the waitress if she thought Chef would provide me with the recipe to share with my readers.

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What would you like me to bring to the BBQ for Labor Day?

For most, Labor Day weekend signifies the end of summer. I will fight the impulse to eat indoors, put “real” shoes on, or wear long pants until frost!
This year we are invited to parties on both Sunday and Monday. When I’m not hosting, I am more than happy to help my host or hostess with an appetizer, dessert, or side dish.

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