Author Archives: Camille

Christmas Cookies

Posted on December 9, 2022 by Camille

It’s that time of year. The time to make Christmas Cookies. I am sharing my Decorated Sugar Cookie Recipe. I love this time of year because I love the whole process of making the cookies and decorating them with royal … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving Desserts

Posted on November 14, 2022 by Camille

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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Pumpkin Pie

Posted on October 25, 2022 by Camille

Here is another Pumpkin Recipe that is a favorite of mine. I topped my Pumpkin Pie with Italian Meringue but if you want whipped cream instead I suggest taking it up a notch and top your pie with White Chocolate … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Chutney Bread

Posted on October 23, 2022 by Camille

It’s Pumpkin Anything time of year. Here is the recipe for my Pumpkin Chutney Bread along with Mango Chutney, Mango Chutney Cream Cheese and Orange Marmalade. All go well together. Just click on to the title or the photo and … Continue reading →

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Chicken Scarparielli

Posted on October 12, 2022 by Camille

Serves 4 to 6 as an Entrée 1½      Pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Halves ½         Cup Flour for Dredging Chicken 1          Pound Sweet or Hot Italian Sausage Links 4          Tablespoons XVOO 2          Tablespoons Unsalted Butter 6          Garlic Cloves, Finely … Continue reading →

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I’M BACK!

Posted on October 10, 2022 by Camille

Since I’ve written you all and told you that I was going to stop blogging, I’ve gotten such a wonderful response from so many people asking me to NOT stop. So I’m back. I thought long and hard about stopping … Continue reading →

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Summer’s Fruit Bounty Equals A Summer Fruit Crostata

Posted on August 3, 2022 by Camille

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

Posted on July 3, 2022 by Camille

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

Posted on June 27, 2022 by Camille

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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Memorial Day Menu

Posted on May 21, 2022 by Camille

Memorial Day is just around the corner.  This is the weekend when Swimming Pools open and Barbecues are fired up for the first time after many months of inclement weather. This menu is a crowd pleaser. There are a lot … Continue reading →

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