Lavender Panna Cotta with Honey Poached Pears is an autumn twist on a classic Italian dessert. About a month ago, I had a fabulous dinner with some fellow bloggers at Oasis Cafe in Salt Lake City. It was a wonderful dinner and great introduction to a restaurant I hope to patronize over and over. As […]
Holiday Entertaining: 3 Easy Cheese Christmas Appetizers
I’ve partnered with Harmons Grocery to bring you three easy Christmas appetizers to serve at your next holiday party. When I was first married, I did a bit of catering. All of the wedding open houses I catered took place during the holidays. I absolutely loved creating menus to reflect the flavors of the holidays. […]
Leek and Root Vegetable Gratin
Thanksgiving is over and I will breathe a huge sigh of relief when I’ve finally finished the dishes. I didn’t quite get to all of the side dishes I wanted to make. Instead I’ll make them throughout the next week or so. I have all of the ingredients after all. I started first with this […]
Gluten-Free Thanksgiving Desserts
Three days until Turkey Day! I’m hosting my husband’s family this year. They don’t know it yet, but I’m doing a gluten-free menu. I think they’ll love it. I’ve been experimenting with my recipes to get everything just right. The one thing I haven’t decided on yet is dessert. My mother-in-law is bringing a big […]
Kale, Dried Porcini Mushroom and Pine Nut Stuffing Recipe
I promised you recipes for Thanksgiving and I’m going to make good on that promise! First up, a tasty Kale, Dried Porcini and Pine Nut Stuffing recipe that I think you’ll love. I started saving bread for stuffing months ago. I don’t like to use fluffy white or faux-wheat bread that come in long, square […]
Utah Valley Magazine Feature: Traditional Cassoulet
A few weeks ago I received an e-mail asking if I would like to create a holiday recipe for the Nov/December 2012 issue of Utah Valley Magazine. I would be teaming up with a few other foodies in Utah County to create a holiday menu. It was a lot of fun to see our different […]
Butternut Squash Bake with Cranberries and Apples
This Butternut Squash Bake with Cranberries and Apples wants to be the star of your Thanksgiving or holiday table. Loaded with seasonal flavors, it’s sure to be a hit with one and all. Awhile back I was part of a cooking club that met monthly. It was such a fun group and everyone always went all […]
Pear, Chocolate, Hazelnut Tart (Gluten-Free)
A few weeks before Thanksgiving I gave up gluten again. I was really wondering if I could be strong enough to resist all of my favorite Thanksgiving fixin’s that weren’t GF. I made a plan so it would be easier to be good. I looked for recipes on my favorite GF blogs so that I […]
Orange Spiced Nuts
These crunchy, buttery, sweet, spiced nuts have a hint of orange. They are completely irresistible and are sure to be a hit at any party! Let’s see…it’s only taken me over a year to finally post this recipe! I wanted to wait and take how-to photos. The weeks turned into months and suddenly it was […]
Caramel Pumpkin Pie with Pecan Streusel
Caramel Pumpkin Pie with Pecan Streusel is a revelation. I didn’t think I liked pumpkin pie until I had this pie. It has a deep, dark caramel flavor, which by itself would be enough. By itself, you find yourself asking where this pie has been all of your life. But then you have a slice […]