Is it just me, or is it sometimes shocking to believe that a recipe is from Cooking Light? This dish definitely doesn't seem light, but who am I to argue with cheesy, sausage-y goodness? I had this for brunch at my friend Brad's lake house in the Hudson Valley. It may have been that it… Continue reading Turkey Sausage, Mushroom, and Potato Gratin
Author: Kendra
Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes
In our household, we take our pancakes seriously. These are better than you can get in a restaurant, and you can make them in less time than it takes to get you there. Whip these up for family and friends, and you'll get rave reviews. Double it if you have more than 3-4 people (or… Continue reading Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes
Buttermilk-Blueberry Breakfast Cake
I made this recipe for friends at a play date, and it was a hit! I substituted 1/2 T vinegar with the rest of 1/2 cup milk for buttermilk, and it worked great! I think lemon zest is the secret ingredient that makes this cake delicious. Serves 6-8 ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature Zest… Continue reading Buttermilk-Blueberry Breakfast Cake
Warm Blue Cheese, Bacon and Garlic Dip
This recipe is an oldie but a goodie - adapted from the fabulous and beautiful Jr. League of Houston cookbook, Stop and Smell the Rosemary. I have a bunch of smoked almonds, so suddenly I was reminded of this dip. It's great if you love strong flavors, particularly with a glass of red wine. Oh… Continue reading Warm Blue Cheese, Bacon and Garlic Dip
Monte’s Ham
I adapted this recipe out of Saveur Faire magazine in an article about how to feed a ton of people really cheap. It was such a funny article that I decided to try it for a party with mustard and rolls, and I've made it countless times since. It is always fun to watch people… Continue reading Monte’s Ham
Avocado Salad with Spicy Vinaigrette
This recipe comes from our mom, via her friend Reita. She serves with a tamale casserole she makes. 2 large Hass avacados, halfed, pitted & sliced into half-inch wedges 1/4 of one large red onion, very thinly sliced one handful of cherry tomatoes, halfed For the vinaigrette: 2 T olive oil 2 T red wine… Continue reading Avocado Salad with Spicy Vinaigrette
Southwestern Black Bean Soup
I am always looking for ways to get my son to eat, and black beans are a favorite. So I adapted this one from All Recipes. The original recipe called for one can of beans and one of corn, as well as two packages of 8-oz cheddar. We just topped ours with cheddar, and it… Continue reading Southwestern Black Bean Soup
“I’ve Been Bad” Asian Salad
Do you ever have those times where you eat like crap for a few days and you feel like, well, crap? Then make this salad. For lemongrass, use the kind in the toothpaste-like container in produce. Load it up with veggies! Lettuce Thin Asian noodles Asian-marinated steak or chicken (or tofu, if you're feeling beyond… Continue reading “I’ve Been Bad” Asian Salad
Kirk’s Favorite Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake
This cake is incredible, but it's not quick. I generally split it up between two days, one to make the cake and another to frost and glaze. If your husband loves chocolate and peanut butter like mine does, please make this for him. Because you're a giver. If his birthday isn't coming up, make it… Continue reading Kirk’s Favorite Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake
Candied Bacon
Oh, Bacon. How much do I love you? (So much.) I don't remember making this for the first time, but I've made it many times since. People go crazy over it, and it's hysterical since it has two ingredients. Please make this immediately. You won't regret it. Even your skinny friends will eat a ton!… Continue reading Candied Bacon
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