Food
Frozen Fruit Salad
This is another throw back family recipe, and one that was (and still is) one of my absolute favorites. It's the perfect summer treat that's not too sweet (and I mean, there's real fruit in there too!) I'm including the original recipe below...
Summer is for Salad Lovers- Start With This Chicken Salad That Generated Hundreds of Fans!
I started cooking when I was 11 or 12, and never really stopped. When I was 22 (yes, 22) I bought a cafe/catering business in Carytown, inheriting lots of great recipes and adding many more. That's been many years ago, but I do have most of tho...
Vinaigrette for Days
Almost Classic, Customizable, Vinaigrette 1 cup oil (I usually use olive or avocado oil) 1/2 cup vinegar (your choice- red wine, apple cider, champagne, balsamic...) 1 tbs Dijon mustard 1 clove of garlic, finely minced or grated...
Strawberry Pretzel Salad
Don't get excited and think my family eats healthily at gatherings. This "salad" is definitely more of a dessert. The good things? It's not too sweet, and the addition of the pretzels absolutely add that bit of salty contrast that makes it the ...
One Pan Spaghetti al Limone with Peas
12 ounces spaghetti, linguine or bucatini 1 shallot, thinly sliced 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced Zest and juice of 1 lemon, plus more lemon zest for serving 3 sprigs basil, plus more for serving 1 teaspoon kosher salt ¾ teas...
Traditional Moroccan Harira Soup
Harira Soup 8 oz diced lamb, chicken, or beef, as well as bones optional 3 tbsp vegetable or olive oil 1 28 oz can crushed tomatoes (or about 6 lg tomatoes, peeled, seeded, pureed) 1 handful dry chickpeas, soaked and peeled 2 handfuls...
Everyday Vinaigrette
Everyday Vinaigrette 1/4 cup oil of your choice (I usually use good quality olive or avocado oil) 1 Tbsp red wine vinegar 1 clove of garlic, grated 1 tsp Dijon mustard Pinch of salt Fresh cracked black pepper, to taste Put all the in...
My Ultimate Sausage Grits Casserole Recipe
Dinner parties, family gatherings, and extra time at home. All great reasons for you to try my favorite Christmas recipe. What You Need: 6 cups water 1 cup uncooked quick-cooking grits (not instant) 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese ...