Category Archives: Vegetables

Thanksgiving Feast 2019

I had Thanksgiving Dinner last week (exactly 4 weeks early) since my sister and her husband were visiting and we could be together with my brother. I made everything traditionally (my traditions) with one exception – I changed the brining … Continue reading

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Cool Refreshing Gazpacho

This is the best recipe to beat the summer heat. Gazpacho is good and good for you plus it is cool and refreshing. I like to make my Gazpacho a day or two ahead to let the flavors meld together. … Continue reading

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Winter Soup

It’s cold outside and now is the time to make soup: This tried and true remedy will help keep you warm after a hard day of suffering through the arctic freeze. Here are some of my favorites and I hope … Continue reading

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New Year’s Day Dinner

New Year’s Day has always been the best day to stay home and recover from the previous night’s partying. I like to make a Prime Rib Roast with all the trimmings. The trimmings being Au Jus, Potato Dauphinoise, Haricot Vert … Continue reading

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Christmas Dinner 2018

Christmas, my favorite cooking holiday, is just around the corner and I am starting to put my menu together. We will be entertaining a small group this year and it will be a delightful day to Eat, Drink and Be … Continue reading

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Thanksgiving Feast 2018

Thanksgiving is just around the corner and I am so looking forward to chowing down on our Thanksgiving Feast 2018. Here are several recipes you might like to try and serve to your guest for Thanksgiving Dinner. Some recipes are … Continue reading

Posted in Accompaniments, Ahh Haa Moments, Apple Pie, Apples, Asparagus, Bread, Brussels Sprouts, Caramel Sauce, Cheese, Chicken Stock, Chocolate, Condiment, Condiments, Corn, Cranberries, Cranberry Citrus Compote, Cream, Dessert, Dessert/Pastry, Desserts, Dried Cranberries, Food For Thought, Fruit Desserts, Hints and Tips, Pancetta, Pastry, Pastry Crust, Pate Sucre, Pears, Pecans, Pie, Potato Dauphinoise, Poultry, Pumpkin, Recipes To Share, Sage, Sauces, Side Dishes, Sides, Stuffing, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Pies, Turkey, Vegetables | Tagged , , , , | Comments Off on Thanksgiving Feast 2018

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

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Squash Blossoms Stuffed

I found these beautiful blossoms at the market yesterday and I could not be any more excited about something this wondrous. In all of the years I lived in FLL I could not find Squash Blossoms at any market. I … Continue reading

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Christmas Dinner 2016

Christmas is less than two weeks away and if you haven’t planned your Christmas Dinner here is a suggestion that will knock your Reindeer Socks off. Much of this dinner can be made a day in advance and finished on … Continue reading

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Cool Salads For A Hot Summer Day

I am sure you have been asking the same question I have: WHEN WILL THIS HOT WEATHER END? This summer is the hottest summer on record for the whole country and when it comes to lunch and dinner we want … Continue reading

Posted in Accompaniments, Ahh Haa Moments, Asparagus, Capers, Cilantro, Corn, Entree, Food For Thought, Luncheon Salads, Peas, Radishes, Rice, Salad, Salad Dressing, Salmon, Seafood, Sides, Vegetables | Tagged , , , , | Comments Off on Cool Salads For A Hot Summer Day