Thank you for visiting CookingwithMelody.com. I hope you enjoyed the show on San Diego’s Fox 5 news this morning and gained some ideas on what to cook up for a romantic Valentine's Day Dinner! Be sure to browse the website for more delicious recipes. I would love to hear your comments and/or suggestions. You can […]
Chocolate is wonderful and satisfying and there is something even more special about spooning smooth, silky chocolate out of a little ramekin, jar, wine glass or any other cute serving glass you can find in your cupboard. After the holidays I was planning on steering clear of desserts for a while but Valentine’s Day is […]
Did you know that asparagus is one of the top foods that are considered an aphrodisiac? In addition to a long list of health benefits like potassium and fiber, asparagus increases blood flow and may affect your mood for the better! With Valentine’s Day around the corner this could be the perfect starter dish to […]
Thank you for visiting CookingwithMelody.com. I hope you enjoyed the show on San Diego’s Fox 5 news this morning and gained some ideas on what to cook up during this Holiday Season! Be sure to browse the website for a variety of holiday recipes. I would love to hear your comments and/or suggestions. You can […]
Get ready for a round of applause and a standing ovation from your dinner table guests with this impressive dish! The dramatic presentation of the Crown Roast of Lamb will make a memorable centerpiece dish for your holiday dinner celebrations. The best part is your friends and family will think you spent all day preparing […]
I remember sinking my spoon into my first Panna Cotta; it was love at first bite! I finally attempted to make this dreamy dessert myself incorporating two flavors that I love, vanilla and almond. Although Panna Cotta is quick to prepare, almost too easy, you must follow the steps carefully and use the right amount […]
Thank you for visiting CookingwithMelody.com. I hope you enjoyed the show on San Diego’s Fox 5 news this morning and gained some ideas on what to make this Thanksgiving! Be sure to browse the website for a variety of holiday recipes. I would love to hear your comments and/or suggestions. You can send me a message on the Contact Me page or […]
A few months ago I discovered “Label Rouge” chickens. The Label Rouge program began in France in the 1960s, a movement led by Farmers to raise high quality farm chickens as poultry became more industrialized. Lucky we have access to these chickens right here in San Diego. The Farm is called Descanso Valley Ranch and […]
Do you like Pecan Bars? How about cheesecake? Imagine a rich chewy pecan bar with a light vanilla bean flavored cheesecake on top. This is what I dreamed up and the result was a success! If your favorite part of a cheesecake is the crust then you will be in heaven because the pecan […]
Are you a skeptic that chicken can be delicious? Well, let me convince you otherwise. Forget about chicken’s reputation for being dry. I’m talking about juicy, tender, and tasty chicken. I have a lot of mouthwatering chicken recipes for you to try that will make you a believer. Once you learn the right cooking techniques […]