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I created this site as a companion to my cookbook to share new recipes, cookbook updates and helpful hints. I hope you enjoy cooking for friends and family as much as I do.
Recent Posts
Decadent Raspberry Brownie Bars
Looks and tastes likes something you would see in a Viennese coffee house.
Sauteed Pork Tenderloin and Pears in Mustard-Pork Sauce
A fresh and tasty way to cook pork tenderloin.
Creamy Butternut Vegetable Soup
This is a “mix and match” soup, allowing you to use what’s in your refrigerator.
Slow-Roasted Salmon with French Herb Salsa
Elegant presentation, easy to make ahead, serve warm or cold; perfect for a buffet.
Maple Pecan Refrigerator Cookies
Old fashioned goodness adapted from Yankee Magazine and Farmer’s Almanac.
Almond Scones
Scones that are crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside with a wonderful almond taste.
Blondies
These are my favorite non-chocolate bars; sweet and chewy, not at all dry. Double the glaze for a super sweet treat.
Sheetpan Kielbasa with Vegetables
Another COVID-19 food challenge that turned into a tasty and healthy meal.
Easy Hot Fudge Sauce
What to do when you’re “sheltering in place” and desperate for chocolate sauce.
Red Wine Braised Short Ribs
Similar to taste for beef bourguignon, these red wine braised short ribs make a cozy yet elegant dish.
Easy Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef
Slow cooked in a sweet and spicy glaze, this Mongolian beef is better than take-out.
Plattar Batter
How to adjust the batter thickness for the Plattar Batter recipe on page 31.
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