Crockpot Italian Pot Roast with Artichokes and Potatoes

This is an easy, but delicious Italian style pot roast dish that you can put in the crockpot in the morning and have it slow cook for you as you go out for the day. Come home, throw your artichokes Read More …

Butternut Squash Risotto

This recipe was AWESOME! I made it for a large group of people and almost everybody asked for the recipe. The flavors are PERFECT, yet it does take a large amount of patience and fridge space. The recipe definitely exceeds Read More …

Fruit-Stuffed French Toast

Fruit pie filling helps transform a classic breakfast/brunch dish into something special when it’s used to fill the center of this baked version, as well as in tandem with maple syrup for a final kick over the top. 24 servings Read More …

Mixed Berry Scones

This Scottish Quick Bread is said to have taken its name from the Stone of Destiny (or Scone), the place where Scottish kings were once crowned. The original triangular-shaped scone was made with oats and griddle-baked. Today’s versions are more Read More …

Molasses Barbecue Beans

A family favorite that is really good and very easy to make. This barbecued bean recipe makes a terrific side dish for any picnic or barbecue and draws raves from everyone. It’s a great summer-time dish that is prepared on Read More …

Ricotta Fritters – Italian Doughnuts

Very very good. Easy to make. Add a tablespoon or more of lemon zest. Remember to put small spoonfuls into hot oil or they won’t cook through. You could also add almond flavor along with the vanilla. This is one Read More …

Deep Dish Apple Pie with Brandy Pecan Crumb Topping

This is one of the best apple pies ever, with a candied pecan crumb topping. It is a deep dish pie that can be made in a cast iron skillet for that rustic look, and it helps make a great Read More …

Peach Crumble Pie

Two wonderful desserts combined into one, even better… Take your simple peach crumble, throw it on top your basic peach pie, and you get this rich and scrumptious dessert. Sweet peaches flavored with brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg are covered Read More …

Golden Mango Gazpacho

Cool, sweet mango blended with tart lime and just a touch of “heat”. I’ve described the flavor of this as being like a lover’s kiss. Sweet and soft at first with a bit of strength after a few moments then Read More …

Roasted Corn and Tomato Salad with Herbed Oil

This is a creative way to present a tomato salad. It goes nicely alongside grilled fish or meat. A little fussy but worth the effort. Make extra of the herb scented oil for your pantry. Herbed Oil 1/2 cup olive Read More …

Asparagus Spring Rolls

Add a creative twist to your meals by serving these fresh and fun appetizers of lasagna noodles wrapped around smoked salmon and asparagus spears. 8 ounces Reduced Fat Cream Cheese (Neufchatel) 2 tablespoons Snipped Chives 2 tablespoons Milk 2 tablespoons Read More …