Barbequed Baby Back Ribs This recipe has a few steps, but you can make the barbeque sauce and rub in advance and it is simple to put together. I like the big batch this recipe makes of both the sauce … Continue reading
Salad Niçoise Salad Niçoise is traditionally made with tuna, but I grilled a salmon instead and served it alongside. I made this for a dinner party we had for 12 and the great thing about it is that you can … Continue reading
Grilled Figs and Prosciutto I love figs and I love prosciutto and when the two are grilled together it’s heaven! The sweetness of summer figs paired with the salty prosciutto make this the perfect summer appetizer. This is a really … Continue reading
Orzo with Indian Spices, Almonds and Raisins This orzo dish turns out to be like a creamy risotto and is a wonderful side dish. I cook it in chicken broth or water and add the spices and then when it’s … Continue reading
I had a bouillabaisse party to celebrate my dear friend Rosemary’s birthday and made a beach combing theme for the table. I poured sand down the center and scattered shells and beach glass on top and placed little oyster shell tea lights around. … Continue reading
Heirloom Tomato and Fresh Basil Crostini It’s the height of summer tomatoes and I bought some wonderful heirloom tomatoes at Joe’s garden to make the simple but delicious tomato and fresh basil crostini appetizer. I like to de-seed the tomatoes … Continue reading
Mini Nutella Cookie Cups I can’t think of too many things that are better than Nutella with its rich chocolate- hazelnut creamy texture, and then when you add it to a cookie cup it takes it over the top. You … Continue reading
Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry I’m having fun coming up with new ideas for my grill basket. When I am not in the mood to cook, I have a good quality teriyaki sauce in the fridge that I put over … Continue reading
Grilled Chicken with Lemon and Fresh Herb Vinaigrette This is my go-to chicken in the summer and I serve it for parties all the time. My friends are probably tired of it but I love it! You can use any … Continue reading
Pecan Buttermilk Waffles Sometimes breakfast just calls out for a little more sugar and preparation than I normally do for breakfast on a weekday, so I made pecan buttermilk waffles. I like to have powdered buttermilk (you can find it … Continue reading
