Category Archives: Pork

Memorial Day Menu For A Crowd

TBMDM (Through Back Memorial Day Menu) This menu is one of my favorites. I had a Memorial Day BBQ several years ago at our home in Florida. There were around 30 people gathered to kick off the summer and we … Continue reading

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New Year’s Day Dinner Menu

Here is a New Year’s Day Menu that is sure to please everyone. It’s a great menu for a large gathering and so much of it can be done in advance. Enjoy! Appetizers Tortilla Soup with Chicken Goat Cheese Crisps … Continue reading

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Easter Menu 2022

Easter is just around the corner and I have a delicious menu for you. This menu feeds a crowd and I know most of you will be celebrating with family and friends so a menu this size is just perfect. … Continue reading

Posted in 7 Minute Frosting, Accompaniments, Ahh Haa Moments, Apples, Asparagus, Beets, Brunch, Cake, Caramel Sauce, Cheese, Cheese Sauce, Coconut, Coconut Milk, Custard, Dessert, Dessert/Pastry, Desserts, Dinner, Easter, Easter Pie, Easter Pizza, Egg Dishes, Eggs, Entree, Food For Thought, Fresh Ham, Fruit, Fruit Desserts, Goat Cheese, Ham, Hints and Tips, Icing, Italian Dishes, Italian Food, Italian Sausage, Italian Specialties, Oranges, Pastry Crust, Pate Sucre, Pork, Potatoes Au Gratin, Recipes To Share, Ricotta Cheese, Roasted Beet Salad, Semi-Freddo, Side Dishes, Sides, Sweet Potato, White Sauce | Tagged , | Comments Off on Easter Menu 2022

Memorial Day BBQ

Memorial Day is the beginning of summer and this year is especially important since it will be the first of the summer holidays we can spend with family and friends. No large gatherings but  a small group is good. It … Continue reading

Posted in Accompaniments, Ahh Haa Moments, Appetizers, BBQ, BBQ Ribs, BBQ Sauce, Brine, Cedar Plank Grilling, Chilled Soup, Dessert, Dinner, Entree, Food For Thought, Grilling, Pickled Vegetables, Pickled Veggies, Pickling, Pork, Pork Ribs, Potato, Ribs, Salad, Shrimp, Side Dishes, Slaw | Comments Off on Memorial Day BBQ

Curried Pork Tenderloin

Last night’s dinner was a combination of East Indian and Mediterranean flavors. The combo of the spicy hot curry and the refreshing vegetable couscous compliment each other. Both dishes are often prepared in each region for their simplicity since the … Continue reading

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Super Bowl Party Treats

The long awaited, end of the season, BEST party of the year is fast approaching. Here are several ideas for Super Bowl 52 Party Treats that will please the crowd and make you the hit of the Super Bowl Party. … Continue reading

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Pork Tenderloin with Ancho Chili Preserves

It’s still peach season and I am continuing to take advantage of the season by make preserves, pies, cobblers and gelato with this year’s beautiful crop of South Carolina Peaches. I came up with this Pork Tenderloin recipe using the … Continue reading

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BBQ Season In Full Swing

Don’t let the dog days of summer get you down. The BBQ Season is in full swing and there is no better way to keep your kitchen cool than to use your outdoor grill. Be it a gas grill or … Continue reading

Posted in Accompaniments, Ahh Haa Moments, BBQ Ribs, BBQ Sauce, Beef, Beer, Brine, Cedar Plank Grilling, Charcoal Grill, Chicken, Chocolate, Corn, Cranberries, Dessert, Dessert/Pastry, Desserts, Entree, Fennel, Fish, Food For Thought, Garlic, Graham Cracker Crust, Hershey's Special Dark Chocolate, Italian Meringue, Lemon, Lobster, Meat, Pork, Potato, Recipes To Share, Salad Dressing, Seafood, Shrimp, Sides, Sugar, Tarts, Turkey | Tagged , | Comments Off on BBQ Season In Full Swing

Curried Pork Tenderloin with Vegetable Couscous

Last night’s dinner was a combination of Indian and Mediterranean foods. The Curry and the Couscous compliment each other perfectly. Both of these dishes are easy to prepare and take very little time to get on the dinner table. Serves … Continue reading

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Super Bowl 50 Party Treats

The long awaited, end of the season, BEST party of the year is almost here. I’m giving you some ideas for Super Bowl 50 Party Treats that will please the crowd and make you the hit of the Super Bowl … Continue reading

Posted in Accompaniments, Ahh Haa Moments, Ancho Chili Preserves, Appetizers, BBQ Ribs, BBQ Sauce, Blue Cheese, Brie, Brine, Cheese, Chicken, Food For Thought, Fritters, Mushrooms, Onion Jam, Pork, Poultry, Pulled Pork, Quesadilla, Recipes To Share, Salsa, Vinaigrettes and Dressings | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Super Bowl 50 Party Treats