It’s the season! I adore rhubarb and right now it is in season! This rhubarb crisp recipe is perfect for an easy Memorial Day Dessert, so you can still relax. Because the recipe has all the specific ingredients I was craving, namely oats and pecans, along with the simplicity in preparation, I … [Read More...]
Engaging stories of love, joy, comfort and friendship with proven scrumptious, healthy recipes, we celebrate LOVE as the secret ingredient for wonderful food!
Pasta all’Amatraciana
This dish, Pasta all’Amatraciana gives me great joy to make and is so full of amazing memories. You see, when I ran off to Italy by myself for two 3-month periods after Steve passed, I would fly into … [Read More...]
Meatloaf
What a time we are in, huh? I so worry about the core of our country and what is happening to our democracy. Because if you follow all the politics behind the scenes, it is distressing. So, I suggest … [Read More...]
Strawberry Shortcake
I first posted a picture of this Strawberry Shortcake on my Instagram account and received so many likes, including a request for the recipe. So, here is my recipe for Strawberry Shortcake that is … [Read More...]
Lemon Ricotta Cake
Side view as I wanted you to see how moist this cake is! With the pandemic of Covid-19 in full force, we all need to stay at home and cook great meals, even dessert, with this delicious Lemon … [Read More...]
Pork with Ginger, Spring Onions and Eggplant – An Ottolenghi Recipe
I have a marvelous neighbor named Marilyn. She takes care of my plants when I am away, keeps an extra set of keys for me when I get locked out and enjoys good food and wine. I try to have her over for … [Read More...]
Pasta with Pancetta, Chicken, Pecorino and Broccoli Rabe – A HANGOVER HELPER!
Happy New Year to everyone!! Be safe out there celebrating. I wanted you to have this recipe of Pasta with Pancetta, Chicken, Pecorino and Broccoli Rabe as it can be a real hangover helper for … [Read More...]
Shakshuka
Shakshuka! Shakshuka. The name is a bit of a tongue twister, but do learn to say it and make it! This shakshuka recipe is so good, you’ll find yourself making it again and again. It is relatively … [Read More...]
Tarte Tatin
Most of you know me as not such a sweet person. I mean, I am nice, I think, but I do prefer savory over sweet any day of the week. So over the past 6 months, I have made this Tarte Tatin recipe about … [Read More...]
Char-grilled Broccoli with Sweet Tahini
Did you know that broccoli is one of THE most nutritious vegetables? I just learned that and I LOVE broccoli. This recipe from Ottolenghi of Char-grilled Broccoli with Sweet Tahini is super delicious … [Read More...]
Rhubarb Sauce with (optional) Bing Cherries
I know I haven’t been as attentive as promised, it’s just so hard with Steve being gone and I’m sorry. However, this Rhubarb Sauce with (Optional) Bing Cherries is super delicious, easy to make, and … [Read More...]
Dinner
Laiki Rice Crackers Crusted Flounder
These Laiki Rice Crackers taste like they should be bad for you, they’re that good. They’ve got a great crunch, flavor and just the right amount of salt I crave. And they’re made with just 3 … [Read More...]
Spicy Brined Chicken and Pork
The wonderful bottle of brine from Sweetwater Spice Company, included in the MARY’s secret ingredients spring box, makes for a super easy way to tenderize and flavor meats. You would have either … [Read More...]
Appetizers
Zakuska!
Okay, so here is a question: What is a zakuska? (zuh-KOOS-kuh) Tick tock tick tock tick tock.... HMMMMMMMM!!!!!!! an hors d'oeuvre! This Russian word for a snack, zakuska, entered the … [Read More...]
Nuts!! – specifically almonds
I LOVE nuts! And no wonder, I just learned that almonds are a symbol of LOVE and happiness! The early Romans showered newlyweds with almonds as a fertility charm and the nut was a symbol of good luck … [Read More...]
