It’s football season and that means family gatherings and lots of delicious appetizers and snacks to enjoy together! These tasty bites are easy to make and delicious. I enjoy them stuffed or on their own. They are a sure bet to keep family and friends satisfied during the game! These poppers are delicious on their…
Candied bacon is great on so many things, or as an appetizer or treat by itself, or a delicious addition to your Sunday morning pancakes. I love it on burgers, sweet potatoes, salads, popcorn, ice cream, the sky’s the limit, have fun with it and enjoy! Ingredients: 8 slices Butcher Quality Thick Cut Peppered Bacon…
We all know and love a good twice baked potato, this recipe takes some of the guilt away because it’s not only delicious but a bit healthy as well. With a large potato it can be a meal on it’s own and with smaller potatoes it is the perfect side dish. Ingredients: 1 XL Lg…
The kings are running in Alaska right now and there’s no better time to take advantage of the wonderful seafood that the Northwest has to offer! This is a fantastic summer dish – it’s light, healthy and delicious. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do. Directions: Soak the Cedar grilling plank in…
I just returned from Alaska and it happened to be halibut season! There is nothing better than fresh Alaskan halibut and this is the time of year to take advantage of it. Halibut piccata is cooked in the same way as chicken piccata but takes a bit less time to prepare because the fish cooks…
Ingredients: 2 lg eggplants, sliced into 1/4 inch discs Marinara sauce 1 lb Fresh mozzarella, sliced or shredded 1 lb Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese/Parmesan cheese, shredded 2-3 cups Italian Breadcrumbs, I prefer Progresso 2 lg eggs, beaten Directions: Prepare your marinara sauce. Rinse and slice eggplant into 1/4 inch slices, salt and pepper each slice and lay…
I love this time of year and nothing is better on these warm summer days than a beautiful light salad to go with your family get-togethers. This salad is fantastic to make for your 4th of July parties because of the vibrant red, white and blue colors, and makes a great side for any summertime…
While in Seattle Washington and shopping at one of my favorite places on earth, Pikes Place Market, I decided to purchase some of their beautiful berries to make a cobbler. This is a wonderful dish to make for your Fourth of July parties or any family get together. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream and…
These delicious tacos will put a new twist on your summer barbecues. The combination of a grilled steak or chicken taco combined with the beautiful vegetables of portobello fajitas make this dish a must have for any outdoor fiesta! Ingredients: 4 lb Tri Tip Roast/Triangle Steak, well marbled and trimmed 4-5 Lg Chicken Breasts 3…
This was Uncle Hank’s favorite dish, hands down. He served it in his restaurant in Marina Del Rey, California, and would often bring it home for dinner. It was one of the first recipes he taught me from the old country when I was 25 years old and has always been a hit in our…
I love to make this salad while the berries are in season. It has always been a family favorite and is a beautiful salad to bring to holiday parties and events. Because of the Red White & Blue coloring it can be the perfect addition to your 4th of July barbecues. Ingredients: 11-12 oz Baby…
Ingredients: 16 oz uncooked split peas, rinse well 2 Hot Italian Sausages 8 cups chicken broth 8 Sprigs Fresh Thyme (leaves will fall off as they cook, stems will be removed later) 1-2 Tbs Extra Virgin Olive Oil 2 tsp Tbs White Wine Vinegar 2 Tbs Fresh Garlic, minced 2 tsp Turmeric 1/4 tsp Ginger…