Wow your guests with a bite sized appetizer full of rich flavor and an elegant presentation. A delicious combination of red wine braised beef and tangy blue cheese butter topped with sweet caramelized onions. This one is a holiday gathering show stopper. Making Braised Beef Braising meats is one of […]
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Snickerdoodle Cookies
When I think of Christmas time I think of snickerdoodle cookies. It is that quintessential flavor that you see in everything. From snickerdoodle flavored coffees to snickerdoodle scented candles. Chewy Snickerdoodle Cookies Crusted in Cinnamon and Sugar Nothing quite beats the original snickerdoodle cookie. Perfectly rolled in cinnamon and sugar […]
Homemade Cranberry Sauce
Canned versus homemade cranberry sauce is a debate for the ages. We have several die hard canned cranberry sauce advocates in our family. So when I set out to convert them I wanted to stick to the traditional flavors of cranberry sauce that we all know and love. Cranberry Sauce […]
Rosemary Infused Cranberry Cocktail
What makes this cocktail so special is the delicious rosemary infused simple syrup. When I started testing out this rosemary I thought for sure this was going to be a signature drink for Christmas. The more and more I drank it, practice makes perfect of course, I kept getting all […]
Autumn Salad with Sweet and Spicy Roasted Butternut Squash and Maple Vinaigrette
This time of year is marked with cozy sweaters, spiked hot drinks, and delicious meals full of deep warm flavors. I wanted to find a way to enjoy all the flavors of fall in a dish that was light but still comforting. Fresh greens, apples, and pomegranate seeds bring a […]
Sweet and Spicy Roasted Butternut Squash
This version of roasted butternut squash has a delicious sweet and spicy element that adds to the natural nutty flavor of the squash. Trick to roasting vegetables The trick to perfectly roasted vegetables is pre-heating your baking sheet and roasting your vegetables under a high heat. Start by place your […]
Simple Pumpkin Soup
There is something rich and comforting about pumpkin soup. Simple, straightforward ingredients allow the delicious flavor of the pumpkin to shine. I like to add just a touch of spice to balance everything out. This recipe comes together quickly with the option of using canned pureed pumpkin. Or if you […]
Roasted Butternut Squash Pizza with Caramelized Onions and Blue Cheese
The layers of flavors on this pizza make it a delightful step up to your normal pizza night. The nutty butternut squash is enhanced by the sweet caramelized onions then elevated by the tangy earthy blue cheese. The thing I adore about this dish is how sophisticated and complicated it […]
Butternut Squash Pasta with Sage Sausage
Fall signals the time for all things winter squash. I simply cannot get enough of them and every year I find new ways to cook them. Butternut squash is one of my favorites. It is has a sweet, nutty taste similar to that of a pumpkin. Preparing butternut squash can […]
Brown Butter and Sage Sweet Potato Stacks
This recipe was inspired by a gorgeous photo I saw in Cooking Light Magazines years ago. As I am one to do, I saved that recipe knowing that one day I would truly enjoy making it. Food Magazines may seem like something of the past, but I still get excited […]