When I first made this sandwich for my family—I asked my husband if he wanted a “test” bite. “Whoa!” he pronounced, “that’s goood!” Continue reading
Extreme BLT’s with Green Goddess Dressing
Posted in Sandwiches, Snack
Tagged avocado, BLT, BLT with green goddess dressing and avocado, green goddess dressing
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Nut Tort, Rhubarb Compote and Whipped Cream
Quite some time ago, I was newly married and had invited some people over for dinner. I had a little experience cooking for a crowd—my mother entertained a lot when I was growing up—but I hadn’t “flown solo” too many times. Continue reading
Spring Vegetable Sauté
In the kitchen (and in life for that matter) the smallest details are often the ones that leave the largest impression. I remember a time that I was part of a group at a business dinner at an ultra-swank, hotspot restaurant where we were treated to a very impressive multi-course meal. Continue reading
Posted in Side Dish, Vegetables
Tagged artichokes, asparagus, Peas, sauted vegetables, spring vegetable saute, spring vegetables, vegetable saute, Vegetables
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Pecan Pie Muffins
This is a big weekend. Saturday is the Kentucky Derby, and Sunday is Mother’s Day—two great reasons to have a party—or at least a special meal. This amazing recipe is offered with simplicity in mind, just in case there is someone in your life who doesn’t cook much, but might like to show off a little in the kitchen this weekend while you’re watching the race or waiting for your second cup of coffee to be poured. Continue reading
Aunt Wendy’s Shrimp ‘n Grits Casserole
Every few months, our neighborhood has a morning get together for coffee and conversation. It’s a great chance to catch up and see one another Continue reading
Posted in Breakfast, Casseroles, Main Course, Seafood
Tagged grits, shrimp, shrimp and grits
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Prosciutto Wrapped Fish with Garlicky Spinach
This recipe is adapted from a beautiful picture I saw in an issue of More magazine last year. It is a perfect quick weeknight recipe—very satisfying and light and healthy at the same time. Continue reading
