We recently visited a Greek restaurant when we were in Chapel Hill, NC. I automatically thought of the Greek olive oil I purchased from Spartan Oil a few weeks ago. I decided to create a tart that highlighted the oil with kalamata olives, feta cheese, caramelized onions and pine nuts. The results were wonderful; the […]
Month: March 2015
Easy Slice Sugar Cookies
This is a recipe I have used for years. The cookies always come out perfect and I think they are as close as you can get to the perfect sugar cookie. These are easier to make than the drive to the store to purchase pre-made slice and bake cookies. I don’t even want to discuss […]
Carol’s Carbonara
I was looking in the refrigerator and found some thin sliced bacon that needed to be used – my first thought was Pasta Carbonara. I decided to take what I had in the refrigerator and freezer and create a pasta sauce. I always cook with a 3×5 card next to me to take notes as I […]
Raspberry Romaine Salad
When I walked into the grocery store this morning, I immediately saw the fruits that are bold in color and look beautiful after a long winter. I picked up these jumbo raspberries and decided to add them to a salad. This is a simple salad made with romaine, raspberries and chopped pecans. I used white balsamic raspberry blush […]
Tarragon Chicken
Tarragon is an herb with narrow pointed leaves and has a distinctive mild anise or licorice flavor. It is best when paired with artichokes, béarnaise sauce, carrots, chicken, eggs, lobster, mushrooms and onions. This recipe highlights the flavor of tarragon adding a wonderful flavor combination to this dish. The chicken is easy to prepare and the results are an exciting […]
Cranberry Pecan Butterscotch Bars
Bar cookies are the easiest cookies to make. With this recipe you mix the ingredients in a saucepan, the same pan that you melt the butter in. So easy to assemble and the bars are moist and delicious. My husband is the ultimate cookie lover. I know when he says this is a ‘winning’ recipe […]
Grilled Shrimp Fajitas with Tequila Lime Peppers
One of our favorite dinners is fajitas. We even order fajitas when we visit local restaurants. I was thinking how could I increase the flavor and add that special something to my basic fajitas. Out came the tequila, lime and various spices, the results were terrific. I hope you give this recipe a try. “Provecho”
Earl Grey Cranberry Iced Tea
With the arrival of spring, I thought it was time for iced tea. Nothing like a warm day to bring out the cool refreshing drinks. I put together a combination that I think will definitely quench your thirst.
Spiced Pineapple, Blueberry and Blue Cheese Salad
This is such a great combination for a spring salad, since today is the first day of spring. I have always loved spiced peaches, so I thought I would try making spiced pineapple. The combination of the spiced pineapple with the blueberries and blue cheese is a winning trio. If you would like to make […]
Overnight Coffee Cake
This is the perfect breakfast treat, especially since you can make it the night before and then bake in the morning. I just love recipes that I can prepare in advance. Nothing is better in the morning than the smell of cinnamon flowing through the kitchen. I thought this would be the perfect weekend treat. […]