Summertime Chilled Corn Soup is a perfect summer dish. It’s light but packed with flavor and texture. The addition of lavender adds a lovely and…
The Chicago-Style Hot Dog
Paul and I lived in downtown Chicago for over 15 years. There were so many foods that symbolized Chicago, but one that is so close…
Grilled Asparagus with Balsamic & Goat Cheese
Grilled Asparagus topped with Balsamic & Goat Cheese is easy and a hit when you are entertaining! I loved grilled Asparagus. It tells me that…
Italian Stuffed Gourmet Meatloaf
Italian Stuffed Gourmet Meatloaf is a delicious recipe that is elegant enough to serve at a dinner party. Also, to feed to a crowd for…
Creme Caramel Flan with Rum
If you’re a dessert enthusiast, then you’ve tried flan, but not my version: Creme Caramel Flan with Rum. Flan is a popular Mexican and Spanish…
Chicken Wings Two Ways
I am in love with Frenched Chicken Wings and Wings Two Ways will teach you to love them also. First, with the big game right around…
Handcrafted Chocolate Truffles
Handcrafted Chocolate Truffles Handcrafted Chocolate Truffles are a delicious chocolate confection to prepare and much easier to make than most people think! The truffles have…
Fantasy Fudge with Walnuts
My most cherished memories are making Fantasy Fudge with Walnuts. I know the recipe is on the label of Marshmallow-Jet-Puffed Cream, which does not exactly…
Wild Mushroom Duxelles
These Wild Mushroom Duxelles are a wonderful recipe for the holidays. Duxelles sounds incredibly fancy, but I have a secret: They are incredibly easy to…
Stocking Stuffers-there is still time!
Stocking Stuffers-there is still time! Laurie’s booth at The Marketplace on Locust has many options if you are still looking for those final stocking stuffers…