When the weather starts to get a bit chilly (pun intended), I make chili! I recall my mom making chili from different types, or a combination of proteins that she would actually grind herself. A combination of dried herbs, spices, fresh vegetables and pastes were ingredients to choose as options. I prefer lean ground beef sirloin or […]
I love a hearty entrée salad, layered with so many flavors and textures that marry well together. Tender, juicy rotisserie chicken, tart apples, sharp cheddar, and curly kale. Massaging this variety of kale will assist in breaking up the cellulose structure, producing a slightly sweeter, much silkier texture. The ingredients are basic, and I love the addition of pumpkin seeds as fall it here!
This pumpkin bread is so easy, so delicious and when baking, your home will be filled with all of the aromas of fall.
Football season is here and in full swing… ahhhhh, I just love this time of year! The team camaraderie, the energy, and the food. I’m not sure which is more exciting… football or the menu items prepared when watching, tailgating, or pre-gaming. When hosting, I plan menu items that are easily prepped, quick, and although […]
It’s summertime and grilling is in full swing. Take advantage of leftovers, or cook a bit extra to create these FABULOUS appetizers for a small or large crowd. The ingredients in this recipe create an incredible balance of flavors that support the star of the show… beef! I developed this recipe years ago for Beef […]
I love serving strawberry shortcake. I have prepared so many versions, tweaking here and there with different sweeteners, berries, and foundations. Foundations you ask? I enjoy using angel food cake, traditional short cake, pound cake, and one of my very favorites, fresh, fluffy biscuits. I have slightly sweetened and spiked the berries which the spiking […]