sensible recipes for a healthful diet
If you enjoy a slice of pizza occasionally, you will definitely appreciate Khachapuri – soft, cheese-filled bread that originated in the country of Georgia. Khachapuri (Georgian Cheese Bread) with Pizza Dough is my version of the famous national dish. It is made with store-bought pizza dough and features a mixture […]
Stone fruit season isn’t over yet which allows us to stay in summer mode a bit longer. An intensely colorful Peach, Cherry & Radicchio Salad with Truffle Cheese delivers a combination of sweet and bitter flavors as well as creamy and chewy textures. This salad is the very best of what […]
A Dutch Baby Pancake isn’t just a cute name. It’s an easy to make, attractive and delicious pancake baked in the oven on a cast-iron skillet on one side only. The result – a puffy pancake with the crispy edges and custard-like center. The striking shape of this pancake makes […]
Flavorful and crunchy, colorful and crowd-pleasing, this easy-to-make Stuffed Baby Bell Peppers appetizer will wow your family and friends. It’s gluten-free, high-protein and low-carb – perfect for sharing at any get-together! A few simple ingredients (that can be substituted with almost anything you have in the fridge) and 5 minutes […]
Olivier Salad – Russian Style, is a traditional potato salad that is wildly popular in Eastern-European countries. In Russia, Ukraine, Belarus and their ex-pat communities worldwide, this salad has become one of the main dishes during family gatherings and holiday celebrations. It’s an easy-to-make dish and a great ‘make-in-advance’ option […]
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with these Spiced Almond & Rum Cookies that make a wonderful edible way of saying “I love you”. We look forward to Valentine’s Day, not for what we will receive but for what we can give. That’s what inspired me to create this particular recipe. So, skip […]
Winter may seem bleak at times, but you can help beat the winter blahs and boost your spirits with this bright and cheery Burrata, Grapefruit & Red Leaf Lettuce Salad. This winter salad features a unique combination of ingredients. Delicate burrata, bitter-sweet pink grapefruit, tender red leaf lettuce, sweet-tart golden berries, […]
This treasured Cheddar Cheese Pastries recipe has been passed down through generations of my spouse’s family. From the first time I baked these pastries, they’ve been a delectable success. Time-tested (literally!), scrumptious and unbelievably addictive, these golden treats make a perfect holiday pastry. With only a few ingredients, the Cheddar […]
Baking traditional gingerbread cookies during Christmas time simply sparks my festive mood. In fact, don’t we all love some sugar & spice in our holidays? Try these gently spiced Gingersnap Cookies with Fresh Ginger in your favorite seasonal shapes. I am partial to stars and pine tree silhouettes, as you […]
Here is my new colorful creation – Festive Kale & Goji Salad with Lemon Dressing for your 2020 Holiday season! This salad will surely whet your guests’ appetite in anticipation of your main course. It features delicate, vermillion-colored goji berries. These miniature berries render a light sweetness to contrast the […]