cocktail goodies

Melt-In-Your-Mouth Mushroom Bruschetta

Melt-In-Your-Mouth Mushroom Bruschetta

entertain with style and blow the socks off your guests, bring to your next friends gathering, it is melt-in-your-mouth goodness and health-ish to boot

GRILLED and not Burnt Pizza

GRILLED and not Burnt Pizza

grilling pizza is my obsession this summer as I continue to perfect the best method to avoid burning the crust and for transferring between the prep board and the grill…tastes delicious even if it looks a bit messy!

Poufy Popovers

Poufy Popovers

looking for restaurant quality popovers? SO AM I! my trials in the kitchen in search of the perfect popover recipe……BTW, I’m still experimenting!

Shrimp and Sausage Penne with Cream

Shrimp and Sausage Penne with Cream

although this doesn’t look vegetarian or vegan, read on to see how it can be tailored to meet any diet to enjoy the decadent tomato-based sauce

Tomato and Cucumber Salad with Toasted Almonds

Tomato and Cucumber Salad with Toasted Almonds

the ideal side salad that will whisk you right back to summer. crunch, sweetness from the tomatoes, nuttiness of the almonds and a blend of balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper. simple and perfect!

Curry Crab Cakes

Curry Crab Cakes

a nice alternative to the overloaded breading filled iconic crab cake that is seasoned with aromatic curry and nutmeg

Strawberry Bruschetta with Balsamic Reduction and Basil

Strawberry Bruschetta with Balsamic Reduction and Basil

since strawberries are in season, this variation on traditional bruschetta works perfectly for a an appetizer

Bruschetta with Garlic Herb Cheese

Bruschetta with Garlic Herb Cheese

this epitomizes summer for me and is delicious with a glass of wine or could be a meal in itself
SOOO GOOOD!!

Parmesean Crackers

Parmesean Crackers

so delicious and savory for a snack, with a glass of wine, for a crunchy addition to soup