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Happy St. Paddy’s Day

Posted on March 10, 2019 by Camille

I know we all have heard the phrase “Erin go Bragh” when St. Patrick’s Day is approaching. I also know that many us that are Irish on that one day only have no idea what it means. Erin go Bragh … Continue reading →

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French Onion Soup Au Gratin

Posted on February 15, 2019 by Camille

It’s been a while since I made this delicious retro soup. The last time I had it out in a restaurant was in Paris last year. It made think about the days of catering out of my store Camille’s Gourmet … Continue reading →

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Risotto 1.0

Posted on January 17, 2019 by Camille

Creamy Risotto Milanese Risotto is one of my favorite side dishes to make and eat. It is something that gives me a little bit of a challenge.  There are so many things that can go wrong if you don’t pay attention:  … Continue reading →

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Winter Soup

Posted on January 8, 2019 by Camille

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

Posted on December 30, 2018 by Camille

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

Posted on December 9, 2018 by Camille

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

Posted on November 13, 2018 by Camille

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 →

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Apple Bread Pudding

Posted on October 28, 2018 by Camille

Fall conjures up the memory of heart warming dishes of days gone by. Some that may have been forgotten and only remembered when your loved one asks for a dish that is from his childhood days. That is exactly what … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Chutney Bread and Orange Marmalade

Posted on October 17, 2018 by Camille

It was chilly and raining outside yesterday which made it a good day to spend in the kitchen. I hadn’t made Pumpkin Chutney Bread for a while and decided to take a look at my recipe and update it a … Continue reading →

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Tomato Season is Here

Posted on August 7, 2018 by Camille

Tomatoes are in season right now and I can’t seem to get my fill of this delicious sent from heaven fruit. (Yes, it is a fruit.) I am lucky enough to live in Tomato Country where all grocery stores, Saturday … Continue reading →

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