Chocolate Mousse Cake
The holiday festivities are over but chocolate is always in season! This no-bake mousse cake is a beaut and a great one to have on hand. There is no gelatin in the mousse so make sure this cake has a… Continue Reading
Be My Valentine!
I made these pretty little things for a sweet 18th birthday but I think they are perfect for Valentines! I prefer not to over bake these beauties so they have a bit of chew in the centers and are crisp… Continue Reading
Honeynut Squash and Bacon Risotto
A piping hot bowl of risotto topped with cheese is definitely a cold weather dish for me. This one is studded with sweet honeynut squash, perfumed with dried rosemary and topped with crisp bacon and toasted pumpkin seeds. I like to… Continue Reading
“M” is for Madeleines
There is something quintessentially French about a Madeleine. I make a point to indulge in one (or a dozen) every time I visit France but have never considered making them at home until just recently. You see, I caved –… Continue Reading
Chocolate Celebration Cake
This cake appeals to all ages and would be perfect as a birthday cake or a sweet treat for any festive event. I made this cake for our New Years Eve gathering with friends and our kiddies and it was… Continue Reading
French Onion Soup
You cannot visit Paris and not eat in a café bistro – it is almost impossible! And given the cooler temperatures, I was happy to warm myself up with bowl after bowl of French Onion Soup topped with a generous… Continue Reading
Moussaka
I have a secret. I had never tasted moussaka prior to making this recipe so I have no business adapting it. That being said, I know the components well – Roasted seasoned vegetables, a thick ragu of ground beef in a… Continue Reading
Molten Chocolate Lava Cakes with Chai Ice Cream
There was a time when molten lava cakes were all the rage and a staple on every dessert menu. Well I’m proudly bringing them back for New Year’s dinner! These are a cinch to make and great for dinner parties since… Continue Reading
Holiday Gingerbread
I love a good gingerbread and I recently discovered that Maya, my 15 month old daughter does too! This recipe makes a LOT of gingerbread and can be halved but I usually just go with the full recipe. Gingerbread dough freezes… Continue Reading
PB & J Sandwich Cookies
There is something nostalgic about PB & J. Odd for me since I never had a PB & J sandwich until well into my 20s – yet something about it still reminds me of being a kid. These cookies are… Continue Reading