Christmas

Cheater’s Paella

Most holiday cooking is fraught with stress and guilt. Somehow it’s not as festive if you don’t stand guard over a hot oven or arrive at the table with your […]

Roast Fish with Cannellini and Green Olives

  The most wonderful time of the year is also the busiest. With all the cards to send, parties to attend, and the added holiday hoopla, it’s easy for dinner to […]

Rumtopf

Northwest berry season is here! Rows of bright, colorful cartons stuffed with fragrant gems fill the market, each one beckoning you to take some home. Commemorate the summer and preserve […]

Christmas Cream Scones

Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without scones. They are a part of every Christmas morning, and always will be, a tradition our family holds true. There is nothing more wonderful than […]

Pan Roasted Filet Mignon with Green Peppercorns

Merrier by the minute, here are two delicious ideas to make your holiday meal a special one. Fancy, but not hard to do, Pan Roasted Filet Mignon with Green Peppercorns […]

Cranberry Champagne Cocktail

Take stock, and make a little more room, with a quick clean of your fridge for National Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day. Celebrated on November 15th every year, it is […]

Kale and Brussels Sprout Salad

It’s go time! The last minute is officially here and there are two things I know for sure: leftovers are very important and don’t forget about breakfast for Thanksgiving morning. […]

Retro Roka Blue Appetizers

  Every December, the chatter turns to cocktail parties, what to serve, and before long I am saying, ”There was this recipe my mom used to make…”  Of all the holiday […]

Christmas in July

Christmas cookies!  Now I’ve got your attention.  It has been hot, and miserable, and I know I am not the only one who has had enough of the heat already. Back […]

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