I am not a Football fan.  This year for Superbowl – all I know is the Giants are playing.  Could never follow the game.  Hard to get enthusiastic about something you don’t understand.  But ask me to make the party spread and I’m there!!!  I’ve just put together a few “foodball” recipes that can be…

You won’t be disappointed in this garlic bread. It’s cheesy It’s warm and crunchy It’s just waiting for some warm marinara to dip into 5 garlic cloves, grated 8 Tbsp. unsalted butter, softened (1 stick) 1/2 tsp. water 1/4 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper 1/2 tsp. oregano 1 baguette, sliced in half…

This Dole-icious smoothie captures paradise and the crisp winter holidays in one glass, with a flavor profile that includes Dole® Pineapple Juice, frozen Dole® Pineapple Chunks, cinnamon and nutmeg. What a great way to celebrate the Dole Packaged Foods participation in the first  “Live on Green” event in Downtown Pasadena, December 29-31, and its annual tradition…

Did you know that the first pies were often made from pastry that was intentionally barely edible?  Pastry was used as a method of keeping meats and fillings moist during cooking and also to seal the filling to keep it from spoiling. YUM.   Many believe the term “pie” has its beginnings from “magpie”, a bird…

I have tried so many recipes for homemade corn muffins and they all disappointed. I tried the Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix with Yellow cake mix – You might as well just bake a cake. Ina Garten’s recipe was a total flop. This recipe, in my opinion, is the best one I have come across. I…

Due to the Twinkie scare, I decided to try to make Yankee Doodles at home.  Any of these snack cakes can be made at home.  The quality of the store-bought cakes are not what they used to be.  Nothing like homemade! CUPCAKES: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1/4 tsp. salt 1/2 cup…

Remember that Shrimp Mold served at holiday time with the Tomato Soup?  Along with the Deviled Ham Spread?   Hmmmmm…well that’s what was popular back then.  I kind of liked that shrimp mold, but I wanted it to taste like shrimp cocktail instead of those bland ingredients in the retro version.  I combined the old…

Did you know that the first pies were often made from pastry that was intentionally barely edible?  Pastry was used as a method of keeping meats and fillings moist during cooking and also to seal the filling to keep it from spoiling. YUM.   Many believe the term “pie” has its beginnings from “magpie”, a bird…

Did you know that the first pies were often made from pastry that was intentionally barely edible?  Pastry was used as a method of keeping meats and fillings moist during cooking and also to seal the filling to keep it from spoiling. YUM.   Many believe the term “pie” has its beginnings from “magpie”, a bird…

Weeknight tacos usually consist of quick-cooking fillings like ground beef, packaged taco seasoning and some hard taco shells.  It’s all good for a quick dinner. These tacos don’t need any cheddar cheese or lettuce or even taco sauce!   If you are craving some South of the Border flavor, you have come to the right…

Due to the Twinkie scare, I decided to try to make Yankee Doodles at home.  Any of these snack cakes can be made at home.  The quality of the store-bought cakes are not what they used to be.  Nothing like homemade! CUPCAKES: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1/4 tsp. salt 1/2 cup…

Familiar dishes always return.  If you have had your fill of turkey (for now), freeze a few TV dinners for a busy night or for just when you get that “craving” again!  Old fashioned croquettes go great with steak or any meal.  Of course you can add the traditional turkey to the croquettes as well…

Tender chicken breasts cubes marinated in orange juice, garlic and ginger.  A simple saute makes for the best orange chicken ever!  Choose your sides – steamed broccoli, jasmine rice and dinner is served.  Fresh ingredients always replace take out! For the sauce: 1-1/2 cups water 1/4 cup orange juice 1/3 cup rice wine or red…

Everyone loves a cheese ball to snack during the Holidays. Round, fun and tasty, cheese balls were born to party!  They are also one of the easiest cold appetizers to prepare.  If anything goes, then you’ll love this Everything Bagel Cheese Ball, loaded with seeds, garlic and onions. Ingredients: 1 8-ounce brick cream cheese, softened…