Category Archives: Tarts

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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Thanksgiving Desserts

Thanksgiving Day is just around the corner and it’s time to start thinking about what desserts you will be serving at your Thanksgiving Feast. Here are a few of my favorite desserts. Everyone of these deliciously delectable treats can be … Continue reading

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Summer’s Fruit Bounty Equals A Summer Fruit Crostata

Summer Fruit Crostata What could be more wonderful than summer fruit?  I am talking about the organic summer fruit grown in the United States, not fruit shipped in from South American or Mexico.  Right now the fruit is spectacular; peaches, … Continue reading

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July 4th Menu

For me there is no better day to show off my barbequing skills than on the most important American Holiday of all- The 4th of July.  Since barbequing is an all American summer pastime on the all American Holiday I’m … Continue reading

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Summer Fruit Desserts

Summer Fruits are at their peak just in time for the July 4th BBQ and summer family picnics. Here are some of my favorite summer fruit desserts. These desserts will be the hit of the party. I’ve thrown in a … Continue reading

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Rainy January

I’m not complaining about the weather. It is January after all, and we could be having snow days instead of rainy days. The temperature outside is not cold at all. 60 to 70 degrees in January is pretty great but … Continue reading

Posted in Accompaniments, Ahh Haa Moments, Bacon, Brie, Cheese, Creme Fraiche, Egg Dishes, Eggs, Entree, Food For Thought, Quiche, Savory Tarts, Shallots, Talagio Cheese, Tarts | Tagged , , , , , | Comments Off on Rainy January

Key Lime Tart with Graham Cracker-Macadamia Nut-Coconut Crust Topped with Italian Meringue

Company’s coming and what better dessert to serve than Key Lime Tart. It’s a great spring and summertime dessert and a perfect way to end a meal. The tartness of the key lime custard is offset with the sweetness of … Continue reading

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July 4th Menu

Our country’s most important celebration is just around the corner. July 4th is the day we really should be taking a good long look at how lucky we are to live in this great country and to reflect on what … Continue reading

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Thanksgiving Feast 2017

Thanksgiving is less than two weeks away and I know many of you are starting to get ready for the “Great Thanksgiving Feast of 2017”. I am sharing a menu with you that has some new ideas and a few … Continue reading

Posted in Accompaniments, Ahh Haa Moments, Apple Pie, Apples, Brine, Chicken Stock, Corn, Cranberries, Cranberry Citrus Compote, Creme Fraiche, Dessert, Dessert/Pastry, Dried Fruit, Entree, Food For Thought, Gravy, Hints and Tips, Italian Meringue, Menus, Pastry Crust, Pears, Pecans, Pie, Pumpkin, Pumpkin Pie, Recipes To Share, Sage, Side Dishes, Sides, Stuffing, Tarts, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Pies, Turkey, Vegetables | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Thanksgiving Feast 2017

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