This tasty pesto appetizer is made with broccoli instead of the traditional basil…it’s great not only served with toasted pita bread but also with pasta…perfect for a summer night with a glass of wine! Continue reading
Broccoli Pesto
This tasty pesto appetizer is made with broccoli instead of the traditional basil…it’s great not only served with toasted pita bread but also with pasta…perfect for a summer night with a glass of wine! Continue reading

My son graduated and we threw a huge party this weekend. It was so hot and everyone was going to be in and around the pool. I didn’t want any mayonnaise based dressings so I opted for a vinegar based dressing. It was very delicious and no one missed the mayo at all… although my son did break my camera which is the reason for the not-so-good picture. Continue reading
This delicious dessert is one of our absolute favorites! Your favorite apple and fresh blueberries merge to delight the tongue in a quick and easy recipe…you can serve this at your July 4th celebration – everyone will love it! Continue reading

Linda and I decided that we would share two versions of Caprese Salad this week…since soon we will have way too many cherry tomatoes to count, mine is made with an abundance of cherry tomatoes…I love this version of a Caprese Salad. It’s simple, marinated, can be made in advance and is great for a summer side, plus I have a little tip that makes the cherry tomatoes even better. I made it to eat for my Honey while we played Chinese Checkers. Just us and a toothpick! Continue reading
A Caprese Salad is one of my favorites…and if you’ve never tried grilling the tomatoes before layering them into the salad then it’s time you did…the grilling brings out the sweetness of the tomatoes…truly delicious! Heidi will be sharing another version of Caprese Salad on Thursday…it’s amazing how different a small change can make! Continue reading
In the mood for a juicy steak? Look no further…these steaks fit the bill perfectly. Seasoned with the flavors of the Mediterranean and placed on a bed of creamy pepper sauce…tender and flavorful! Continue reading

This is my favorite drink right now! Only 38 calories for 2 cocktails and I’m in heaven!!! Light, not too sweet and refreshing! Adding this one to our Cocktail Corner…Let the games begin! Continue reading
For lunch today I’ve prepared a hearty delicious salad. The traditional Cobb salad is typically made with chopped salad greens, tomato, crisp bacon, boiled, grilled or roasted chicken breast, hard-boiled eggs, avocado, chives, Roquefort cheese, and red-wine vinaigrette. I’ve substituted grilled chicken thighs for the breast and added my own twist with a Parmesan Peppercorn dressing…I’m loving this Chopped Cobb Salad – it’s very tasty! Continue reading

I came across this Italian kale while my Hubby and I were shopping at the farmers market and I fell in love. It’s much softer and flat and its stalks aren’t as big and hard as the American variety. If you can’t find it just use regular kale and put it in with the beans after about 10 minutes instead of 20 minutes. These beans are creamy, like mashed potatoes, and the cheese just puts them over the top. Continue reading