Lamb is a common dish prepared around the world to celebrate Easter. I decided to experiment with a boneless leg of lamb, a tender cut of meat that makes an elegant main course dish. Lamb has a strong flavor, it’s also delicious therefore you don’t want to overpower it. On the contrary for a large […]
Easter is around the corner and this salad will make an excellent dish to serve for breakfast, lunch or brunch. It’s served on a large platter so that the veggies are beautifully spread out and the smoked salmon is neatly stacked in the center for each person to serve to their liking. Think of it […]
The Spring/Summer seasons are approaching and this Berry Custard Cake is going to be perfect for your daytime brunches, tea parties, outdoor birthday celebrations and more. Yes, it looks like a cheesecake and you bake it in a cheesecake (springform) pan. It even shares the cheesecake graham cracker crust. What I had in mind differently […]
Valentine’s Day is around the corner. If you’re skipping dinner reservations this year, treat your significant other to this special Beef Wellington dish! There is no better way to show your love then with a delicious meal straight from the heart. You won’t believe how easy this version of Beef Wellington is to prepare. Puff […]
Strawberries make a wonderful addition to this refreshing salad. The ingredients are simple and you can toss the salad together in minutes. Just combine your favorite mixed greens; I used a variety of artisan greens, spinach and fresh basil for an aromatic taste; with sliced red onion, cucumber and quartered strawberries (fraises are a good […]
I’m most excited about how easy this cranberry vinaigrette is to make. Who would think that tart, raw cranberries would taste so good after a quick blend in a food processor? I used a mixture of sweet, tangy and pungent flavors; balsamic vinegar, dijon mustard and fresh squeezed orange juice to name a few; none […]
I couldn’t pass up The Holiday Wreath Bundt Pan at the store. It whispered “buy me and make a holiday cake”. Of course I gave in and worked my magic in the kitchen! I used ingredients that you will see an abundance of at grocery stores this season; cranberries, pistachios, sweetened coconut flakes, (this was […]
Thanksgiving is around the corner! Turkey is the staple centerpiece dish for our Thanksgiving feasts, but are you or any others in your family non-turkey lovers? I know the holiday doesn’t feel the same without a turkey to gather around, but why not another option for those that are not too fond of turkey? Or, […]
Puff pastry dough is easy to work with and is used to make croissants, napoleons, turnovers and more. I created these pastries one evening while craving Pear Almond Bars. I had a box of puff pastry in the freezer so I decided to make something similar. Puff pastry bakes quickly and these delightful desserts were prepared in less […]