Austria is known for delicious pastries and with Valentine’s Day approaching there is one dessert which is extraordinary – the Salzburger Nockerl! It is made with twice as many egg whites than egg yolks. The egg whites are whipped as … Continue reading →

It’s time to roar back into action – as we in welcome in the Year of the Tiger on February 1! The Lunar New Year is always fun to celebrate and the theme concepts are endless, as each year corresponds … Continue reading →

We seek garden delights, as winter deepens. Try my Zucchini Roulade to brighten your dining experience. First, slice thoroughly washed zucchini lengthwise. Briefly sauté each slice. Pat those dry. Spread a portion of ricotta cheese on one side of each … Continue reading →

Are you tired of classic hamburgers? Try a chopped sirloin steak. Prepare and shape the chopped sirloin into patties, with salt and pepper. Sear and finish the sirloin “steaks” by topping each with sautéed sliced mushrooms, sauteed shallots and then … Continue reading →

Spice it up and make the most of your 2022 budget by creating a family chicken goulash night. Your flavoring selections make the difference, with a combination of paprika and Cayenne pepper. The night before, dip raw chicken pieces in … Continue reading →

All of us wish for good health in 2022 and dietary considerations are a good place to start. Continue to ring in the New Year with a rice ring, filled with fresh stir-fried vegetables! Steamed rice works best, as it … Continue reading →

Ring in the New Year with creativity! Take a classic and reinvent it for a New Year refresh. Make ham cups to hold cooked black-eyed peas. Take a standard muffin cup pan, and spray each cup in the pan with … Continue reading →

There are many family traditions and favorites for the celebration during Christmas Dinner. Significantly, remember the reason for the season. The Feast of the Seven Fishes is bonding and exciting. Research your personal heritage for inspiration. British Beef Wellington and … Continue reading →

You’ve been invited to a family holiday pot luck dinner – make it sheet pans to the rescue. Sheet pans offer a great style for feeding the needs of a large gathering. You can cook your sheet pan food choice … Continue reading →

We all deserve a treat and Christmastime is the perfect time to turn your kitchen production into elf-like magic. Try my Peppermint Chocolate Covered Cherries for the ultimate gifting treat, if you can keep your family from eating the goodies, … Continue reading →

Thanksgiving isn’t thanksgiving without a revitalization of the leftovers. Try my Turkey Enchiladas for a new twist on leftover turkey or chicken… and to kick start your holiday season. First, debone and breakup the pieces of cooked, chilled poultry. Reserve. … Continue reading →

Thanksgiving is near and, yes, we really do love the fuss because we love our family. There are alternatives to turkey baking concepts that can be a less stressful. Try purchasing just the turkey breast, with the breast cage bones … Continue reading →

Creativity at the table is easy and can be found in your cupboard on any given day… cornflakes. A fun and fast recipe is to marinate chicken tenders in a dash of Worcestershire sauce. Then, dip the chicken tenders in … Continue reading →

There is camaraderie when snapping fresh green beans around the kitchen table with family. I grew up with happy memories of doing this with my grandparents and every time I see fresh green beans available in the market, I think … Continue reading →

O’Lantern your Halloween with a butterscotch trifle and your guests will say, “Oh, how cute!” Since trifle bowls are clear, the design that shows through the glass is based on your creativity. Triangle eyes can be made with cut strawberries … Continue reading →