Tag Archives: seasonal

Laurie’s Heirloom Tomatoes with Smoked Paprika Vinaigrette

Posted on August 4, 2016 by

Happy Birthday Laurie! This salad was inspired by one I ate several years ago at a Farm to Fork dinner with my friend Laurie.  It was her bachelorette dinner (happy-almost-anniversary, Laurie and Chad) and we all absolutely loved this salad.  … Continue reading →

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Freeform Apple Pie

Posted on September 30, 2014 by

       This is my 500th blog post!    I love to make this type of pie.  It’s great for small dinner parties and it bakes in half the time of a regular pie.  The freeform crust gives it a nice … Continue reading →

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Pink Grapefruit Meringue Pie

Posted on February 10, 2014 by

Here is a  little twist on lemon meringue using those gorgeous pink grapefruits that are at the height of their season right now. One frustration I have with meringue pies is that the meringue tends to weep and causes the … Continue reading →

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Skillet Apple Cake

Posted on November 9, 2013 by

A quick and easy cake that’s perfect for an afternoon snack with a cup of tea.  Dress it up for dessert with a little vanilla ice cream. 10 T. butter, divided 2 large apples, such as granny smith, cored and … Continue reading →

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Fig and Ricotta Canapes

Posted on October 15, 2013 by

This is a gorgeous fall dish to start a dinner party.  The homemade ricotta really makes the dish.  If that’s just not in the cards, then I would substitute mascarpone. 1 french baguette, sliced thinly 1 C. fresh ricotta click … Continue reading →

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Farmer’s Market Roasted Vegetables

Posted on June 5, 2013 by

The idea here is to buy the freshest and most beautiful veggies that are in season in your area.  Roasting vegetables intensifies their sweetness and heightens their flavor.  This recipe works for any mix of veggies.  Choose herbs that are … Continue reading →

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Rhubarb Mojito

Posted on May 15, 2013 by

For one Rhubarb Mojito ice 2 oz. white rum 1 oz. rhubarb simple syrup (recipe below) 4-5 fresh mint leaves 2 oz. club soda Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.  Pour in the rum and simple syrup.  Place the mint … Continue reading →

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