Recipes

Spring Frittata with Asparagus, Mozzarella, Parmesan and Calendula

The delicate pale green tender asparagus spears are making their appearance in our gardens and at the market and are...

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Karen’s Fancy Savory Stuffed Eggs

Stuffed eggs are a staple in the south for just about any occasion. My friend Karen, would not describe herself...

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Chocolate Madeleines

Madeleines, either plain or chocolate madeleines, are small shell shaped French buttery sponge cakes. The French eat these petite cakes...

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Green Olive Tapenade

Tapenade originated in the Provence area of France. Green olive tapenade is an earthy olive paste that it great with...

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Chocolate Fudge Sauce

The chocolate fudge sauce at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island, Michigan is renowned. In any given season, the hotel...

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Colombian Ajiaco Soup

Colombian ajiaco soup is a creamy, potato and chicken soup from Bogota. It is served with corn, capers, avocado and...

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Preserved Lemon Vodka Martini

This preserved lemon vodka martini could be compared to a dirty martini, however the saltiness comes from the pickled or...

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Greek Lamb Sliders

These Greek lamb sliders are perfect for an outdoor porch party to welcome spring.  The mini burgers are seasoned with...

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Roasted Cauliflower and Broccoli with Preserved Lemon

This recipe for roasted cauliflower and broccoli with preserved lemon is a great starting point to begin to use your...

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Bourbon Salted Caramel Cheesecake

I can tell you from personal experience that this Bourbon Salted Caramel Cheesecake with Pralines is not only good but...

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Caramelized Fennel

Do not let the licorice flavor of fennel deter you from its many versatile uses in your cooking. It is...

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Cajun Shrimp Stew

Melissa Martin's recipe for shrimp stew from her celebrated cookbook, "Mosquito Supper Club: Cajun Recipes from a Disappearing Bayou," is...

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