Cheese and crackers are always a hit for appetizers before dinner. Ina combines the two in a savory, delicious cracker that is the perfect small bite with a glass of wine or champagne. You can make the roll ahead and freeze for up to 6 months. 1/4 lb. (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature…
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One of my simple pleasures in the summer is having a tomato sandwich from the first picked tomato in my garden. This presentation would be beautiful with some heirloom tomatoes. I’m planting some in my garden this Memorial Day Weekend. So until then, find some nice beefsteak tomatoes, some fresh basil and top them with this…
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Are we ready for some Football?!!! I may not get excited over the Superbowl, but the party menu for this week is a Home Run! – No wait, that’s baseball. I’m not a football fan. A homemade sausage mix takes the place of cocktail franks. Pigs in Sleeping Blankets 1 Tbsp. unsalted butter 1/4…
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My sister gets full credit for this recipe. She didn’t feel like making meatloaf one night, and decided to make meatballs instead. Wallah! (Her exact words). These meatballs are so tender and moist – that they DO melt in your mouth. Simmering in the flavorful onion gravy is the trick. Serve with mashed potatoes or…
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Grilled lemony, garlicy chicken with a refreshing Tzatziki sauce and a simple salad, makes a cool summer supper. Tzatziki Sauce 2 cup good quality plain yogurt 1 cucumber, peeled, seeded and grated Salt and Pepper 1 clove garlic, minced 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh dill Put the yogurt in a strainer lined with cheesecloth, coffee filter…
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It’s quick to put together the night before and have it ready for your guests with a big bowl of tortilla chips. Excuse the presentation, but this is for a Communion party tomorrow and everything is ready to go in foil trays. One half can refried beans, mixed with 2 Tbsp. prepared salsa 1 recipe…
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With Lent just around the corner, I thought I would get a head start on some different fish dishes. I love a good fish and chips, or just breaded cod ,pan fried. Hit any Southern restaurant on a Friday night and you’ll be sure to find fried catfish and hush puppies on the menu. All…
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Calling all cheese lovers! Have you heard? Everyone is going gaga for goat cheese! Goat cheese is packed with calcium and protein, it’s easier to digest than cow’s milk and promotes totally gorgeous hair, skin and nails. Goat cheese is far more than just for salads. Joan of Arc® Goat Cheese is a full-flavored appetizer for…
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St. Louis Style pizza is a distinct style of pizza. Super-thin, yeast-less crust cut into squares instead of wedges. The original pizza calls for Provolone and Monterey Jack I used the regular mozzarella here My main concern was the crust Crispy, crunchy wafer-thin Second pie – the oven really needs to be hot! The Crust …
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Are we ready for some Football?!!! I may not get excited over the Superbowl, but the party menu for this week is a Home Run! – No wait, that’s baseball. I’m not a football fan. A homemade sausage mix takes the place of cocktail franks. Pigs in Sleeping Blankets 1 Tbsp. unsalted butter 1/4…
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Hello everyone! Happy Friday! I wanted to share with you a new addition to my blog – Beauty From your Kitchen! Everyone can enjoy a natural spa experience right in your own home with these homemade recipes. The ingredients are truly natural, taken from fresh products that have “scrubbing” qualities. Simple as ever, inexpensive, and…
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This is one of the best Minestrone I have made. I wish it made a bigger pot! 1/4 lb. pancetta, diced 6 cups chicken stock 6 medium garlic cloves, sliced 2 cups finely chopped onion 1 cup diced celery 1 cup diced carrots 1 Tbsp. finely chopped rosemary 1 (14-ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained (or…
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Hello everyone! Happy Friday! I wanted to share with you a new addition to my blog – Beauty From your Kitchen! Everyone can enjoy a natural spa experience right in your own home with these homemade recipes. The ingredients are truly natural, taken from fresh products that have “scrubbing” qualities. Simple as ever, inexpensive, and…
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The asparagus looked so fresh in the market today, I decided to make a Spring Risotto. Before I get on with the ingredients, we all know we need to have a good broth simmering. I had some chicken broth but not enough for the 6 cups I needed. I went to the freezer and had…
