This was such a hit during Easter Brunch. It was perfect as a side dish or even dessert. I was in heaven eating it alongside the HoneyBaked Ham. The best part was that most of the steps are prepared the night before. The next morning the praline topping is thrown together and the casserole is [...]

[Read more →]

MMMmmm cobbler. How do I love thee. This is not your traditional recipe, it’s more of a spoon-bread with a burst of moutwatering fruit. The edges have a lovely crisp bite and the inside is soft and not too sweet. It’s just prefect. This dessert is too easy to make and requires ingredients that are readily available [...]

[Read more →]

Scrambled Eggs for Two

[Read more →]

OMG! You need to try these muffins asap. Jason and I had a real sweet tooth around 8:30 p.m the other night. He didn’t want ice cream and there really wasn’t anything else handy to fill that void. The old standard of spoonfuls of peanut butter topped with semi-sweet chocolate chips wasn’t working either. I [...]

[Read more →]

There is something very satisfying about a nice warm cup of sweet oatmeal in the morning. It would have been even better if my little crock pot was clean and used that to cook it overnight. Make note to self- stop forgetting and clean it out tonight!!! If I played my cards right, I would have risen to [...]

[Read more →]

I’m working off my rut with eggs. This morning’s wonderful breakfast was a thin, delicate apple pancake that was glazed in caramel and dusted with powdered sugar. So simple and rustic these crepes would make a great snack or dessert too.  Carmelized- Apple Crepes 2 large eggs ½ cup whole milk ¼ teaspoon salt 9 teaspoons [...]

[Read more →]

Everyday, Jason and I have the same breakfast. Fresh egg omelets with sauteed onions and cheddar cheese served on toasted corn tortillas. I change it up by adding various hot sauces but its been the same way we’ve started the morning for the past 6 years. I’m bored with it. I can’t stomach another serving. [...]

[Read more →]

Bacon, egg and cheese sandwiches happen to be one of my all time favorite meals. It’s a simple and easy dish for either breakfast, lunch or dinner. Its amazing how comforting this sandwich is with only 5 ingredients. This tasty treat, from Lucinda Scala Quinn’s “Mad Hungry” cookbook, is sure to become a new family favorite. [...]

[Read more →]

Last week my girlfriend was invited to a friends house for dinner and was in charge of a dessert. We all got excited with the possibility of trying out something new for a discerning crowd. Apples were still running through my head. So many recipes so little time. We came up with a few ideas only [...]

[Read more →]

This week I’m showcasing some of my favorite Giada recipes. These recipes are fast, super simple to make and impressive enough for company. This pancetta and parmesan torte is great with a side salad for lunch or hash browns and fresh fruit for brunch. Most all of the ingredients are on hand in my kitchen. I [...]

[Read more →]