Category Archives: Food For Thought

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Decorated Christmas Sugar Cookies

This coming week is the week I will be making Decorated Christmas Sugar Cookies. This is a project (an event, really) that takes several days as I make a lot of these beautiful and delicious cookies. I like to give … Continue reading

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Appetizers and Hors d’oeuvres

The holidays are upon us and that means  a lot of parties and entertaining. Here are a few Hors d’Oeuvres that are perfect party food. Much of the work can be done in advance so you won’t be spending a … Continue reading

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Thanksgiving Desserts

For me the only desserts on Thanksgiving are Pies and Cheesecake. I’ve assembled some of my favorites for you to try. If you make only one of these desserts and you have success, my Thanksgiving wishes will come true.  The … Continue reading

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Thanksgiving Turkey On The Weber Grill

This Thanksgiving I am grilling a 15 Pound Brined Fresh Turkey on the Weber Grill. Yes, you heard me right: Turkey on the Weber Grill. Cooking a turkey on the grill has so many advantages for Thanksgiving.  The biggest advantage … Continue reading

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Quiche – Creamy, Delicate and Luscious

There are so many different fillings for Quiche and I am giving you two recipes to try. The items you put into your Quiche can be just about anything you want. The one constant is the egg mixture. This combination … Continue reading

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Halloween Treats

BOO!!!!! Halloween is just around the corner and this year I am bringing a couple of treats to the underground costume party that only “Halloween Aficionados” are allowed to attend. I am truly lucky to be invited to this super secret … Continue reading

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October Fest – Bratwurst Steamed in Beer, Braised Red Cabbage

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

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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Chicken Salad Veronique

Chicken Salad Veronique is a delicious twist on the tried and true traditional chicken salad. The grapes add a nice amount of sweetness which balances with the tangy Dijon mustard. I like to dress this lightly with the mayo since … Continue reading

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Pickling

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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