Zucchini Fries

This is a great way to use up all that zucchini in your garden.  The name says fried but they are actually baked.  Serve with ranch dressing and you will have a new favorite appetizer for your family and friends. Print Recipe Zucchini Fries Prep Time 30 minutes Cook Time 30 minutes Servings people Ingredients…

Sesame Chicken with Cranberry-Plum Dipping Sauce

This is a great appetizer with a little Asian flare.  There are many do-ahead steps so it is a great go-to recipe for a big party. It looks great on your table, so all in all it’s a real winner.

Panzanella Salad

This is a no lettuce salad with grilled vegetables, it also features bites of grilled baguette.  You definitely   don’t have to worry about it wilting. It’s a perfect side dish for Tuscan Lemon Chicken also found on this site. Print Recipe Panzanella Salad Cuisine Italian Prep Time 15 minutes Cook Time 10 minutes Servings servings Ingredients 3…

Grilled Tuscan Lemon Chicken

So many ways to cook chicken, yet we are always looking for a new recipe.  Here is a way to cook a whole chicken on the grill.  It needs time to marinate but the actual cooking time is relatively short.  If you marinate the day before you still have a terrific meal that can be…

Sea Food in pastry Sea Shells

This recipe was originally designed to be cooked in ramekins. You can do that for a delicious entrée, but if you want to dress it up , make your own “dish ” with a pie crust on a sea shell for that extra “wow” affect.   Print Recipe Sea Food in pastry Sea Shells Course…

Pistachio-Crusted Chicken Breast w/Raspberry Sauce

When you want to pull out all the stops and impress family and friends with a special meal, this would be high on your list of choices.  It is reasonably simple to make and combined with a side of Parmesan risotto, and a lovely green vegetable you have a presentation that will be remembered long…

Easy Parmesan Risotto

Risotto is usually a high maintenance side dish.  This recipe eliminates almost all the “baby sitting” and your guests will never suspect you skipped all the tedious stirring. 

Angel Biscuits

These little biscuits are light and buttery.  You will be thrilled that you made the effort to make them instead of opening a can or tube. 

Baked Ham and Cheese Party Sandwiches

This is a perfect way to make sliders for a crowd!  They are easy to assemble, can be done ahead, and a hit for all ages, meeting all the requirements for a large gathering.

Lobster Macaroni and Cheese

I think most of us think we are eating something decadent when we choose homemade mac and cheese, now add lobster to the dish and you’ve really gone over the top.  This recipe is not complicated, so when you are ready to indulge, go for it!

Herbed Cheese Popovers

Boursin-style cheese and herbs melt into the batter, making these popovers very special.

High Hat Popovers

Popovers are fun!  They’re a nice change from your basic dinner roll when you are in a festive mood.  There are special ‘popover pans’ but they are not required.  They will rise and shine in a cupcake pan just as well.   A food processor doesn’t beat in enough air for the desired lightness, so use…