This salad is super simple but always a big hit a barbecue. When watermelon is in season it’s a nice light treat.
Spinach Mushroom and Goat Cheese Frittata
We picked up some free range fresh eggs yesterday at a farmer’s market who doesn’t love a frittata?
Vietnamese Spring Rolls
The classic Vietnamese summer roll is as lovely to look at as it is delicious to eat: plump shrimp, fragrant herbs, and rice noodles bundled in a soft rice paper wrapper. For a twist, try substituting Honey Ginger Chicken or Grilled Sesame Beef for the shrimp. Serve the summer rolls with one or more dipping sauces such as Nuoc Cham or Pineapple Lime Dipping Sauce.
Asian Glazed Braised Short Ribs
We loved the short ribs at Taka in Asbury Park. Melissa and I are on a mission to make some just as good at home!
Baked Brie with Caramel and Cranberries
Whenever I serve this appetizer people can’t believe how yummy it its. It’s ewey gooie delicious.
Aunt Jennies Mushroom and Artichoke Casserole
This is a great dish to make for company because you can make it ahead of time and just stick it in the oven 20 mins before you plan to serve dinner.
Gefilte San Torte – Stuffed Almond Pound Cake
This is my mom’s famous almond stuffed pound cake and my Aunt Judy’s absolute favorite dessert in the entire world.
Janines Crab and Artichoke Dip
Janine’s signature dish, this yummy appetizer is always a crowd pleaser!
2012 Tel Aviv, Israel
Jan. 5, 2012 to Jan. 12, 2012 : My second business trip to the Tel Aviv Israel office. This trip I was accompanied by Steve. We were very busy with work while we were there but we did get in a little site seeing and lots of eating!
Chicken Marsala with Mushrooms and Gorgonzola
Chicken Marsala is my favorite food. I recommend serving this version over mini penne, but any pasta shape will do.
Lemon Poppyseed Cookies
I love ice-box cookies because you can make the dough one night and bake them the next. However, these cookies can be baked immediately after step 4. Take a teaspoon of the dough, roll it into a ball and then flatten it with a glass dipped in flour.
Roasted Leg of Lamb with Dried Cherry Mustard and Herb Crust
This is a fantastic recipe to serve company if they are lamb fans. It’s soooo good you’ll wind up eating a ton more than you would expect.
Almond Sand Dollar Cookies
These cookies were a surprise that happened when Mommy and Aunt Judy experimented. The almonds were just supposed to be a decoration, but when the cookies came out of the oven, they were the spitting image of sand dollars!
Ginger Snap Cookies
The classic ginger snap that are easy and quick to make. They are a nice replacement for gingerbread men that are great… but lots of work ;-).
Pizzelle Cookies
The traditional Italian cookie, easy and delicious if you have a pizzelle maker.
Chocolate Malt Thumbprint Cookies
These were a fun an experiment. I love malted milk flavoring and well… it’s just not used enough!
Macadamia Macaroon Thumbprint Cookies
These are a nutty twist on the traditional macaroons.
Peppermint Twist Icebox Cookies
This is the perfect holiday pinwheel icebox cookie. I usually make them one night and then bake them the next day when I get home from work.
Double Chocolate Espresso Cookies
I think they are my favorite cookies that I make. They are to die for! Don’t eat them too late, the espresso will keep you up. This cookie dough is like brownie batter. Drop heaping mounds. The parchment paper is a must or these will stick.
Hazelnut Peach Thumbprint Cookies
Hazelnut and peach is a combination not used often enough in my opinion!
Raspberry Almond Thumbprint Cookies
A fun twist on the traditional Linzer tart, this cookie is easy and yummy.
Peanut Butter Ginger Cookies
The ginger in this recipe gives these traditional peanut butter cookies an added kick. I love the combination of the two flavors.
Carmel Shortbread Thumbprint Cookies
Ewey Gooey Heath Bar Crunchy-Chewy thumbprint cookies.
Gingered Peach Cornish Hens
This recipe is so good that after I made it for Melissa she told me she loved me after only 2 weeks of dating. It’s great paired with wild rice and candied carrots.