Classic Grilled Ham & Cheese Sandwich

I originally wasn’t planning to post this recipe because I thought its simplicity would never interest any of you. However, I realized the simplicity is what makes it interesting. With really good ingredients like fresh baked bread and sharp cheddar cheese, you too can turn a classic grilled ham and cheese sandwich into a masterful [...]

Broccoli & Cheese Quiche

Nearly 8 months ago, Brent decided to make the major career decision to leave corporate life and leap into the fabulous world of hairstyling. That’s right, soon he will graduate school and embark on making a full fledged living off of clipping, coloring and curling. And he couldn’t be more ready to do great hair. [...]

Mac & Cheese Revisited

As Lady Summer makes her graceful exit, her rambunctious son Fall has clearly stated he’s here to stay for a bit. It’s this time of the year when I crave comfort food like creamy gratins, hearty soups and baked pastas. My Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese has been, by far, one of the most popular [...]

Goat Cheese, Blackberry and Pear Bites

When someone offers me a sample of cheese, I perk up and take notice.  So when the folks at Ile De France Cheese asked me if I was interested in trying a sample of their delicious goat cheese, I couldn’t resist the offer. This was the perfect opportunity to feature one of my most favorite [...]

Stuffed Green Bell Peppers

After a rainy week here in Pittsburgh, the warm sunshine was a welcomed treat this weekend.  I took advantage of the weather by spending most of the daylight hours prepping my lawn for what will become a canvas of herbs and flowers.  A perfect backdrop for what will hopefully be many meals on the back [...]

Pear Lettuce Salad with Maple Dijon Vinaigrette

This was the salad for my Saturday Dinner Party. Ok, I’ll admit it.  There have been very few restaurants in Pittsburgh that have inspired me to recreate a dish I have ordered.  I can see the hate mail filling my inbox now.  You see.  It’s not that I think Pittsburgh restaurants are bad…I just haven’t [...]

Whole Grain Pasta Salad

Spring is in the air with a light aroma of charcoal and grilled meats hovering over my neighborhood.  In the back of my mind, I can hear the sizzle of a juicy steak hitting the hot grates of a shiny new grill.  I’m looking forward to this weekend when I will attempt to find an [...]

Herbed Goat Cheese Salad

There are days when I just want a good salad.  This salad couldn’t be any easier when you use a prewashed bag of spring mix lettuce.  The toasted bread with herbed goat cheese was like two toppings in one with the crunch of a crouton and the balance of a rich protein. So as Sophie [...]

Slow Cooked Au Gratin Potatoes

I was sitting on the couch eating a bowl of these au gratin potatoes while Brent was flipping though a list of recorded shows on our DVR.  I commented that his suggestion to add smoked gouda to the recipe was a good idea.  Without missing a beat, he required I thank him to the world.  [...]

Gorgonzola Sauce

One of the simplest and easiest ways to dress up a juicy steak is by adding a flavorful sauce.  This sauce is so rich and creamy; your guests will flip over backwards for more.  At least that’s what my guests did when I served it on a London Broil. I’ve been making this recipe for [...]

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