This recipe is really open to your interpretation. You can use just about any kind of fresh herb – I’ve used all kinds of parsley, different types of basil, thyme, green onion. Mix together different herbs for more flavor. Use dried herbs if you don’t have good access to fresh herbs. Cut back or remove … Continue reading
Broccoli Bacon Cheddar Soup This thick, hardy, rich soup recipe is so full of flavor, warmth and texture, your family will forget they just gobbled down a bunch of broccoli! I’m a huge fan of soup. At restaurants, I almost always inquire what the soup du jour is, just in case it’s something yummy. This … Continue reading
I just had to follow up Amelia’s awesome storing basil experiment post with this very quick, basic and popular salad that is super refreshing, yet satisfing in the summertime. Caprese Salad 1 large tomato, sliced into 1/4 inch slices 1 pound buffalo mozzarella, sliced into 1/4 inch slices 1/2 cup of basil sliced into ribbons 2-3 tablespoons balsamic … Continue reading
I have to thank a little place called Lucca in Benicia, California for the inspiration for this appetizer. I couldn’t believe my eyes when I ordered their “poppers” and they came out wrapped in bacon! What? Bacon? On a popper? It’s genius! No breading and frying, just bacon. I’m not really sure what Lucca stuffs … Continue reading
Friday night has long been “snack night” at my house. It’s where “clean out the fridge night” meets the opportunity for some really great appetizers. Sometimes fancy, sometimes creative, somtimes it’s just cheese, crackers and whatever fruit didn’t get eaten during the week. Sometimes though, it’s just plain ‘ol junkfood. One of my favorite junkfoods is … Continue reading
Over the years, this appetizer has become a staple at every family gathering. It’s hot, it’s cheesy, it’s melty. In a word-gluttonous! Put it on crackers, chips, bread, or, when no one is watching, just pick up a spoon! But enough about the flavor factor. This appetizer is really easy to make and the recipe … Continue reading
This dish is great just to have on hand in your refrigerator to snack on. In my house, there’s almost always a container of it. It makes a great appetizer or a perfect light meal. And, it goes really nicely on some freshly made pita bread (see my prior post for the pita recipe). Greek Salad 10 oz … Continue reading
This is a recipe I picked up while living in Georgia for a very brief period of time. It is definitely the second most favorite thing that I took with me. It was love at first bite! Thanks Claire! If you love mushrooms and cheese, you are about to experience a very lucious, decadent dish. The … Continue reading
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