Category Archives: Entree

Pork Tenderloin with Ancho Chili Preserves

Posted on July 28, 2017 by Camille

It’s still peach season and I am continuing to take advantage of the season by make preserves, pies, cobblers and gelato with this year’s beautiful crop of South Carolina Peaches. I came up with this Pork Tenderloin recipe using the … Continue reading →

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BBQ Season In Full Swing

Posted on July 13, 2017 by Camille

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 →

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Easter Brunch 2017

Posted on April 13, 2017 by Camille

Easter Brunch 2017 Frittata with Ricotta, Italian Sausage and Ham Tomato Bacon Asparagus Quiche Cranberry Orange Bread Bloody Marys and Mimosas Roasted Boneless Leg of Lamb with  Lamb Sauce Honey Baked Ham with Cranberry-Citrus Compote Potatoes Au Gratin Asparagus Mimosa Roasted … Continue reading →

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Oven Braised Corned Beef with Irish Beer and Irish Whiskey

Posted on March 13, 2017 by Camille

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

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Christmas Dinner 2016

Posted on December 12, 2016 by Camille

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

Posted on August 25, 2016 by Camille

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 →

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Tequila Shrimp with Carolina Gold Rice and Black Beans

Posted on August 19, 2016 by Camille

I made this shrimp dish featuring Carolina Gold Rice after a friend in South Carolina sent me a bag. The gold in the name implies that the rice is golden in color but this is not so. I am guessing … 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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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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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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