Grilled Bruschetta with Asparagus and Parmesan Cheese

Grilled Bruschetta with Asparagus and Parmesan Cheese

I’m so thrilled to introduce to you Debi Shawcross and her new book, Friends at the Table: The Ultimate Supper Club. I have a small group of friends here in my hometown that regularly get together nearly once a week for a dinner party. We often rotate...
Asparagus Gratin

Asparagus Gratin

This recipe for Asparagus Gratin originates from Cook’s Country Magazine, May 2011 issue. What I found fascinating about this recipe: instead of just discarding the woody asparagus ends, it is used to make a flavorful quick broth that will be used to create...
Spinach, Mushroom and Bacon Fondue (video)

Spinach, Mushroom and Bacon Fondue (video)

While most of the country is already turned on their heaters and brought out their winter jackets, we’ve been suffering from the unbearable heat with 10,254% humidity until just a few days ago. I envy those of you in cooler states, you get to snuggle under a...
Salad with Warm Goat Cheese on Toasted Baguette

Salad with Warm Goat Cheese on Toasted Baguette

Happy New Year! I thought I’d start the new year right with a light salad (just don’t eat too many of those warm goat cheese rounds on toasted baguette, ok?!) Wishing you and your family a fun-filled, healthy and prosperous New Year! It’s a brand new...
Caprese Salad with Basil Vinaigrette

Caprese Salad with Basil Vinaigrette

When tomato and fresh basil is THIS good, I hate to do anything other than enjoy it fresh in a salad. My Basil Vinaigrette is simple to make, takes 5 minutes in a blender. You’ll love it. I promise. First, the Basil Vinaigrette ingredients: fresh basil leaves,...