On nights when my hubby and I are home alone I like to make dinner a little special. So on this special night I decided to load up some beautiful Portobello mushrooms with lots of crab and some sea scallops too. A little wine, a little candle light, a little jazz and the mood is set. This dish was a delight to both of us and the perfect amount of fare for each… Continue reading
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Cannoli Cake
What’s for dessert tonight? I don’t know anyone who doesn’t love a good Cannoli! Delicious Italian pastry tubes filled with luscious ricotta filling…yummy! This delightful cake has all the lovely flavors of a Cannoli – layers filled with creamy ricotta and mini chocolate chips. It looks like a lot of steps but is actually quite easy…and definitely worth the extra time on the treadmill! Continue reading
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Baked Goat Cheese With Garlic, Sun Dried Tomatoes and Basil
I fell in love with this appetizer when I was living in Philadelphia in the early 90’s. I didn’t know exactly what was in it, but after eating it a thousand times I began to deduce the premise. Now I make it for my honey from the way I remember… 20 + years later… Yikes!!! Still worth the calories… Continue reading
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Spanish Stuffed Pork Chops
It’s another Date Night! Carve out some time for you and your honey to enjoy a home cooked restaurant-style entree. Thick and juicy pork chops stuffed with Jamón Serrano & Manchego cheese and seasoned with the flavors of Spain. Pour a nice glass of Spanish Rioja and enjoy these delicious Spanish Stuffed Pork Chops along with some much needed time alone with your date… Continue reading
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Filet Mignon Tips With Mushrooms, Onions & Thyme
What I love about filet mignon beef tips and mushrooms is that the meat is as tender as the mushrooms . When I was a vegetarian, I would substitute mushrooms for meat, so this dish is the best of both worlds. When I want filet I buy the whole tenderloin, then I trim it up and cut all my steaks. Using the whole loin leaves me with pieces that are perfect for tips. It is a very simple dish and here is how I make mine… Continue reading
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Butternut Squash Bisque
Along with the autumn weather comes an abundance of fresh fall vegetables. With these delightful treats you can make warm soups and chili to fill your tummies! Bisques are creamy soups made from roasted vegetables or fruits which are then pureed. Sometimes there’s nothing that will warm you up like a big bowl of soup. This Butternut Squash Bisque is smooth and lush… Continue reading
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Baked Tilapia With a Sourdough Parmesan Crust
Tilapia is a very mild, moist and flaky fish. I love to bake it in the oven for an easy, fast and tasty meal. I’ve adapted a recipe my mother always made that my kids couldn’t get enough of. I know Linda has also used and adapted this dish for her family too. Make this fish for your family and all you’ll hear is… May I have another? Continue reading
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Huevos Rancheros
Huevos Rancheros are a typical breakfast of Mexico that I first tried quite a few years ago when visiting Cancun. There are so many different additions that can be added for variety. My favorite way to make it is to top it with chorizo sausage. The spicy meat adds such a great flavor to the creamy egg & cheese along with the black bean salsa combo… Continue reading
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Fresh Bruschetta & Toast
I love this appetizer!!! Many years ago when I was living in Philadelphia, I extracted this recipe from a chef at a restaurant called Felicia’s. It was one of the best Italian restaurants in Philly at the time. It was even mentioned in the movie Philadelphia with Tom Hanks and Denzel Washington. Sad to say, I heard the restaurant closed which makes me even happier I have this recipe. I never wrote it down because I’ve made it so many times, but I’m writing it down for you today… Continue reading
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