party food
Polenta Sticks with Mozzarella and Salami
I love simple ingredients as they tend to work symbiotically to create great flavors. Less is more…I know this sounds cliché but it’s true and not just in the food world. The more ingredients you use the greater the risk of losing the essential flavor of your food. When the ingredients are good, they need…
Read MoreBaked Fontina Dip
I was on the train into the city and caught a glimpse into my future. I spotted an elderly couple who were deep in conversation. They looked so cute together; her silver hair was a bit disheveled and his white mane slicked back. Both were in great shape. He pulled out two books from his…
Read MoreQuinoa Salad
Ancient grains…two words that conjure up something you might find in an archeological dig! They’ve been around for a millennium and include quinoa, amaranth, spelt, and kamut. Quinoa (pronounced keen-wa) is a grain that comes from the Andes mountains of South America and its origins dates back to that of the Inca’s. There are more…
Read MoreLemon Rosemary Sorbet
Want to make an easy, delicious-tasting dessert or pallet cleanser? Sorbet is simple to make and because it contains no dairy, it’s perfect for anyone who is lactose intolerant or vegan. This frozen treat knows no boundaries so use your favorite fruit or chocolate and satisfy your cravings for a frozen treat. Lemon and rosemary…
Read MoreColeslaw with Granny Smith Apple and Chili
Warmer weather brings out all our favorite recipes for barbecues, family picnics and when it gets too darn hot to cook in the kitchen! Everyone has their favorite coleslaw recipe that perhaps their mom or grandmother used but this one, for me, takes the blue ribbon at a state fair hands down! Coleslaw gets its…
Read MorePistachio Purée and Fresh Mozzarella Pizza
Tandoori Naan bread is one of my favorite go-to flatbreads. Not only is it perfect for mopping up the sauce from an Indian dish it’s just the right size for personal pizzas. This pistachio purée has a buttery, rich flavor and might seem odd to spread on a as a pizza base, but let me…
Read MoreAvocado and Cheddar Quesadilla
Looking for an easy dish to whip up for dinner? Quesadillas are a cinch to prepare and take minutes to cook. Brie and mango quesadilla was one of the first ones I ever made and it stands as a family favorite to this day. Quesadillas are perfect as a snack or party food. Dress them…
Read MoreGrilled Eggplant and Tomato Pizza – hello wordpress!
I’ve been ‘meaning’ to switch from blogger to wordpress for ages and finally I decided to take the leap! I’m not technically inclined – I think that logical side of me is buried deep within. I don’t, though, hesitate to take on new projects except when it comes to computers and software. There’s something far…
Read MoreCamembert and Cranberry Tartletts
These simple and elegant-looking tartletts are the perfect finger food. They are delicate and small enough to eat without too much fuss or mess. You’ll Need: mini fillo shells (already cooked) cranberry sauce Camembert, rind removed Preheat oven to 350° (180c). Cut Camembert into small pieces – small enough to fit easily in the shells.…
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