This queso originally came from my sister Tracy's friend, Mimi, who brought this to their pottery-making class in Seabrook, Washington. It has gone by several names. Mom cleaned it up by renaming it Kick 'Em Queso. A mom is always a mom. Then I served it as an appetizer at a company party for the… Continue reading Kick Ass Queso
Author: Kendra
Feta Pine Nut Spread
I love anything you can just whiz in a food processor. This recipe is an old standby from Gourmet. It is also good on a bagel. Feta Pine Nut Spread Makes about 2 cups 1 8-ounce tub whipped cream cheese spread 1/2 cup plain nonfat yogurt 3 T. toasted pine nuts 2 T. (packed) chopped… Continue reading Feta Pine Nut Spread
Easy Cheese & Fruit Tarts
These are perfect for brunches, cocktails parties and, especially, picnics. You could also substitute dried cranberries for the holidays. They are another one from my fabulous friend Jennifer. Easy Cheese & Fruit Tarts Frozen (defrosted) small pastry shells 1 (15 oz.) can sliced Bartlett pears in syrup, drained 8 oz. wedge Brie cheese Dried cherries… Continue reading Easy Cheese & Fruit Tarts
Baked Chevre with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Basil
This almost isn't a recipe, but I served this to my book club, and it was easy and yummy! Baked Chevre with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Basil 8 oz. chevre (substitute some cream cheese if too strong) 4 oz. sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil, drained 1/2-1 t. garlic 1/2 cup fresh basil Preheat oven to 400… Continue reading Baked Chevre with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Basil
The Best Sugar Cookies
I had these cookies at a party, and they were life changing. I had to track down the baker, and he graciously sent me this recipe. Now Jon and I will be friends forever. He served them with pink frosting, all lined up on a red platter, and they were stunning. Tracy agrees, these are… Continue reading The Best Sugar Cookies
Sonoma Pasta
My dear friend Margit served this at our friends, the Fosters’ in Sun River. I knew I was addicted when I woke up in the middle of the night dreaming about it. When I want to throw caution to the wind diet-wise, I make this dish. Sonoma Pasta 3 oz. halved sun-dried tomatoes 8 slices… Continue reading Sonoma Pasta
The Best Chicken Tetrazini
I used my mom's chicken tetrazini recipe for years, until my friend Jennifer gave me this recipe. I have always made this dish for new mom friends, but she somehow elevated it, like she always does with food, parties, her home, and all areas of her life. It is a bit of a time commitment,… Continue reading The Best Chicken Tetrazini
Monte’s Ham
My sister Tracy and I love sharing recipes, but I always have to go searching various locations for our favorites. So we're starting this blog as an easy repository of our favorite recipes that we go to again and again. The recipe for Monte's Ham is a classic in our family. I adapted it from… Continue reading Monte’s Ham
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