Category Archives: Accompaniments

October Fest – Bratwurst Steamed in Beer, Braised Red Cabbage

Posted on October 16, 2015 by Camille

I can honestly say that I never ate a Bratwurst until I met my Husband and his family oh so long ago. Although his family is not of German decent his Mother cooked as if she were. As Jim never … Continue reading →

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A Light Luncheon

Posted on September 30, 2015 by Camille

I had a friend over for lunch to celebrate both of our birthdays. I made a light lunch so we could enjoy dessert. Hey, it’s a birthday celebration after all. I made this delicious Wild Rice Salad with Smoked Chicken … Continue reading →

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Pickling

Posted on August 11, 2015 by Camille

Now is the time to pickle.  Produce is at its’ best at the market and the prices are low.  Pickling is a synch and fun to do.  Pickling consists of combining vinegar and sugar along with spices and herbs.  You … Continue reading →

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A Simple Light Dinner For A Spring Evening

Posted on April 15, 2015 by Camille

What could be better than a simple light dinner now that the weather is starting to get warmer? Many of us are using our verandas to relax and enjoy the beautiful weather and to partake in our evening meal. Much … Continue reading →

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Corned Beef and Cabbage Refresher Course

Posted on March 14, 2015 by Camille

I will be cooking my traditional Oven Braised Corned Beef with Irish Beer and Irish Whiskey on Tuesday along with the best Irish Soda Bread ever and if you click on the links you will go directly to the recipes. I am going to cook … Continue reading →

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Lobster Fest 2015

Posted on February 26, 2015 by Camille

March is almost here and, for me, March is Lobster Fest Month. I’m not quite sure how this came about but I’m going to guess that it’s because my sister’s birthday is in March and she is the quintessential lobster … Continue reading →

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Granola – Good And Good For You

Posted on January 20, 2015 by Camille

Most mornings my day begins with a 4 or 5 mile walk along the New River in Fort Lauderdale followed by a hearty brunch of Low Fat Yogurt, Fresh Fruit and my Homemade Granola. My Granola is pure and simple; … Continue reading →

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Tortilla Soup

Posted on January 14, 2015 by Camille

I promised you this recipe and here it is. I’ve eaten plenty of Tortilla Soup and loved them all. I took what I liked about each and made my own original recipe. One thing for certain is that a soup … Continue reading →

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Not So Traditional Lasagne

Posted on January 9, 2015 by Camille

Lasagne is one of my absolute favorite Italian dishes. My Mother would make this delicious layered dish for special occasions and for all of my years of cooking I made it exactly like her original recipe. Her layers consisted of … Continue reading →

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New Year’s Eve Casual Dinner – Pulled Pork Soft Tacos

Posted on December 26, 2014 by Camille

Here is a great menu for a casual New Year’s Eve Party. What’s so great about this menu is that I can make all of the accompaniments the day before and cook the roast on the day of the party.  … Continue reading →

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