23 Tuesday Jun 2015
Posted in healthy choices, Italian, love to cook, salads, seafood
I scored these gorgeous tomatoes at the market this week, aren’t the colors amazing! Each year when tomato season hits, we run down the list of our favorite tomato recipes. Almost in unison, I heard Caprese Salad and Bread Salad. Just think what gorgeous children those two classics will make. That’s when the Caprese Panzanella love child was born. Continue reading »
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16 Thursday Apr 2015
Posted in breads, breakfast & brunch, love to cook, Share the Love
Share the Love.
One of my most favorite expressions and actions.
See the missing bite out of that Savory Caprese Scone above? It was at that exact moment when I knew I must share the love for this recipe. Continue reading »
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02 Monday Feb 2015
Posted in breakfast & brunch, healthy choices, love to cook, low-carb, vegetarian, Weight Watchers
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carrots, eggs, fresh basil, parmesan cheese, red onion, zucchini
Sharing a great new recipe that I discovered over the weekend. These Mini-Veggie Quiche from Weight Watchers are the perfect grab-and-go breakfast. Don’t stop there. These one-point wonders are a great snack and fantastic meatless Monday light meal. Continue reading »
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12 Wednesday Nov 2014
Posted in Italian, love to cook, pasta, sauces
Do you ever get stuck in a pasta rut? Or better yet a ‘what’s for dinner’ rut? We have become such fans of Spaghetti & Meatballs that we have it almost weekly. No complaints, but I was ready for a change. Enter cream and vodka. Voila Penne with Vodka Sauce {penne alla vodka}. Continue reading »
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10 Saturday May 2014
Posted in appetizers, Italian, love to cook
I love a party where everyone brings an appetizer to share. Such a great way to sample new recipes. When we get the whole family together to celebrate a birthday this has become our favorite kind of meal. I made Antipasto Skewers to share at our last get together. They were fun to eat and easy to make. Continue reading »
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19 Saturday Apr 2014
Strawberry, Basil & Brie Grilled Cheese Sandwich {with Strawberry Jalapeno Skillet Jam}
Strawberry season is upon us and there are so many wonderful and creative recipes popping up. With my mission to share a unique grilled cheese sandwich every day during National Grilled Cheese Month….I’ve been busy. And happy. This yummy sandwich will make your family smile whether you serve it for breakfast, lunch or dessert. Continue reading »
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12 Saturday Apr 2014
Posted in breakfast & brunch, cooking for two, love to cook, vegetarian
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Avocado, Tomato & Basil Omelet.
There’s nothing complicated or new to learn from this post. It’s just a reminder to use your fresh herbs every chance you get. They can take a ho hum omelet and give it a bright pop of flavor. That’s just what fresh basil and scallions did to our tomato and avocado omelet. Havarti cheese came along and gave it a big group hug. Continue reading »
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06 Sunday Apr 2014
Posted in eat out of the fridge/pantry, Italian, love to cook
Each week I see my foodie friends posting about their latest pizza creations. Wonderfully unique and delicious toppings on homemade crust. The homemade crust part was what was holding us back. Until now. We dug out the bread machine and forged forward like true pizza experts. Continue reading »
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31 Monday Mar 2014
Posted in dressings & marinades, love to cook, salads
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anchovy paste, buttermilk, fresh basil, fresh parsley, garlic, lemon juice, mayonnaise, sour cream
Last week’s nostalgic tour of our favorite Classic Salad Recipes inspired me to make Green Goddess Dressing. An abundance of fresh basil (thanks to our Aero Garden) added one more layer of green goodness. Continue reading »
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31 Monday Mar 2014
Posted in cooking for two, dressings & marinades, healthy choices, love to cook, low-carb, salads
Our Green Goddess Salad is really all about the homemade Green Goddess Dressing. Yet, the addition of lightly blanched fresh green beans, celery leaves and fresh basil to our buttery Boston Bibb lettuce did make this salad better than your garden variety. Continue reading »
9,616 total views, 1 views today