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Spinach made easy, a couple different ways
Wednesday, May 4th, 2011Oh the wonderful world of spinach! Seriously spinach is an incredibly easy, fun, and versatile side dish that can accompany almost any type of meal. There are so many wonderful ways to prepare spinach just by changing up a few of the added ingredients. So next time your at a loss for what to serve with your meal, think [...]
Corned Beef and Sprouts
Sunday, March 13th, 2011With St. Patrick’s Day comes an abundance of corned beef and cabbage. This year you can take the Irish and American tradition and change it up a little with brussel sprouts, which give this dish a fun and unique flair. This is a great recipe where you’re able to let your slow cooker [...]
Simply Delicious Artichoke Dip
Friday, March 4th, 2011Having a delicious dip to start off any type of evening with guest and or family is fun, delicious and creative conversation starter. It’s gets friends and family gathered to one central spot (around the food, of course) and then from there the laughs onset. One of my dear friends has brought this [...]
Almost No-Knead Bread
Monday, February 28th, 2011I have been on the lookout for an “easy” bread recipe. When serving your family or guest, having fresh homemade bread is such a nice and personal touch. This recipe is from Cooks Illustrated magazine from a couple years ago. I love flipping through old magazines and finding new treasures, like this [...]
New England Clam Chowder, Crockpot recipe
Friday, February 25th, 2011Looking for something to throw in the Crockpot and have (almost) ready for you when you get home; well this is a recipe for you and many of your friends since it makes such a big batch. Whenever entertaining guest on a weeknight, also known as a workday your Crockpot will be your loyal friend. [...]
Bagels with lox
Sunday, February 20th, 2011When having guest over in the morning there is nothing more classy and easy than bagels with lox. It’s really so simple but comes across as so elegant that you’ll be sure to impress any that you present it to. I personally like to place all the ingredients out nicely on serving dishes [...]
Hot Toddy’s
Wednesday, January 26th, 2011We have all heard of having guest over for tea, coffee or cocktails. How about adding a little twist to things and have guest over for hot toddy’s instead. During the winter months cool or cold evenings I can’t think of anything better than a nice warm hot toddy in my hands [...]
Chicken Pot Pie
Wednesday, January 19th, 2011During the winter months making a good (semi) old fashioned chicken pot pie is one of my favorite things to do. I love this recipe because it’s easy to follow using pre-made pie crust cuts down on the work load without compromising the flavor. Chicken Pot Pie is a dish that many love [...]
How to: Open a Bottle of Champagne
Wednesday, December 22nd, 2010Now the holidays are fast approaching the bubbly will start flying. Okay hopefully not really because if you open a bottle of champagne properly it won’t go flying across the room. Opening a bottle of champagne can be a little tricky if you’re not sure how to go about it. Champagne has [...]
Homemade Egg Nog
Wednesday, December 8th, 2010Homemade egg nog is a delicious, light and creamy treat this time of year. This is my dad’s recipe that I grew up enjoying (minus the alcohol of course) and I hope he is okay with me sharing it. It’s just so good that I have to share with you so you can make it and share [...]