Raise your hand if you have heard of Hawaiian Haystacks. Anybody? Well, I bet a few of you have. It is more of a retro dinner and I need you to have an open mind going in to this, the recipe is a little quirky.
June 11, 2011 By 2 Comments
If you are craving the flavors of Lasagna but can’t stand to turn on the oven in the Summer, I have a great alternative for you with this recipe for Lasagna Soup. I don’t know about you but I always seem to have an assortment of half packages of pasta in my pantry. If you are looking for a way to use them up and get dinner on the table quick, try this delicious and comforting recipe for Lasagna Soup. A little bonus to this…
May 11, 2011 By Leave a Comment
While Scallop and Corn Chowder might sound like a fancy recipe, a lot of the ingredients for this chowder come from an average pantry. Onions, potatoes, chicken broth and corn (canned, frozen or fresh) are staples in most kitchens. What I love about the cooking method for this recipe is that nothing is complicated. You are in and out of the kitchen within the hour. Enjoy with your favorite crusty bread. Scallop and Corn Chowder Makes 4 servings 5 slices bacon 1 1/2 pounds sea…
April 16, 2011 By 8 Comments
Quiche tends to get a bad wrap. Heck, even I wasn’t a fan of quiche, until I tried this recipe. Imagine a flavorful, creamy quiche filled with small pockets of cream cheese, bacon and Swiss. To describe it in one word: Heavenly. I have made this recipe, no joke, about 1-2 times a month for the past few months. I think I may be addicted. If you think you can handle the temptation, this would be a perfect dish to take for an Easter brunch…
April 2, 2011 By 1 Comment
My recipe for Chicken Pesto Pizza has got to be one of my most popular recipes. It tastes wonderful and impresses everyone who tries it. What is most great about it though, is how easy it is to make. I utilize pre-made pizza dough from a local chain, Papa Murphy’s. It comes already rolled out on a disposable baking dish for $3 / large. You can make your own dough or buy an already baked dough, if you prefer. I have tried all three options…
January 18, 2011 By 12 Comments
Is it safe to say the weather is finally starting to turn for most of us? If it is where you live, you may be reaching for warm, comforting foods to offset the chill felt outdoors. Roasting the vegetables in the oven will warm your kitchen and as a bonus, fill your house with wonderful scents. Serve with your favorite roll and a spread of butter. Butternut and Acorn Squash Soup Makes several servings 1 butternut squash, halved and seeded 1 acorn squash, halved…
September 30, 2010 By 12 Comments
Here is a tutorial on making homemade baby food that I created back when my son was a baby. I promise it is not difficult and does not take much time. This tutorial is for carrots, but you can use the same method for all fruits and vegetables. HINT: I do not skin anything until after I steam it. The skin will literally fall off the fruit or veggie after steaming. NOTE: for this tutorial, I used organic baby carrots, that were already peeled when…
