Mar 26, 20213 min read
Monte Cristo Sandwich
Who remembers the Monte Cristo Sandwich at Bennigans? It was layers of deli meat, battered and deep-fried, then served with raspberry jam...
Jan 4, 20211 min read
Spaghetti Squash in the Pressure Cooker
I have been a hold out on spaghetti squash, and wouldn't even consider it as an alternative to pasta. What was I thinking? 2020 was an...
Jan 4, 20212 min read
Hamachi Shooters
In early 2013, Jim and I had some dear friends over for dinner, just two months after our first child was born. Our friends were...
Dec 19, 20203 min read
Zuppa Toscana Lightened Up
If you are searching for a comforting soup that is light on calories and fat, I've altered Zuppa Toscana, a fan favorite, to make it...
Dec 19, 20204 min read
Cocktail Crab Cakes
Some people may look at this list of ingredients and assume it's long and complicated. Please stop and look again, you likely have...
Dec 19, 20202 min read
Breaking Traditions
In this strange year where not everyone will get to spend the holidays with extended family, it may be more important than ever to make...
Dec 16, 20202 min read
Spiced Nuts
Once we are back to hosting parties and shindigs in our homes, put this make-ahead Spiced Nuts recipe on your menu. It feels special, and...
Oct 1, 20201 min read
Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad
I am so happy that I took my friend's suggestion of ordering the Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad at Doc B's Restaurant + Bar. They have...