Pretzel Dogs

These are a fun and easy treat for all ages.  They are somewhat time consuming but worth every minute.   The directions call for wrapping them around a hot dog or sausage, but they are also delicious in the traditional pretzel shape to be dipped in mustard or beer cheese soup. Get creative and have fun….

Chicken Salad for Sandwiches

This recipe is a treasure.  It has so many applications you will find yourself using it over and over again.  Once the salad is made it can be stuffed in miniature cream puffs for appetizers, spread on croissants for a delicious lunch, stuffed in a toasted pita with some sprouts for another refreshing sandwich idea. …

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.

Fabulous Chunky Chili

Why would anyone make chili when its so easy to open a can?  Because it tastes better and it’s fun to do!  This recipe may be cut in half, but you will love having extra chili in the freezer:)

Rose Bowl Beans / Lima Beans and Ham

This was one of Joe’s favorite recipes to cook and to eat.  It was definitely one of his specialties, and we all love it!  Traditionally made on New Years Day with the ham bone from Christmas dinner, lima beans and ham was re-named Rose Bowl Beans.  It’s good any time you want to feed a…

Corn Chowder with Clams

This is an all time favorite recipe.  For years we made it the night before Thanksgiving since it was easy to have on the back of the stove while making all the preparations for the next day’s feast.  Ever since Jason built his pizza oven we have spent Thanksgiving eve eating delicious pizza at his…

Autumn Harvest Salad

This is the salad we served at the baby shower for Aidan and Kaylee.  It is a wonderful combination of fall flavors dressed with an apple cider/maple syrup dressing.  To top if off it looks positively smashing on the table. 

Crab and Ricotta Manicotti

This is a very special combination.  Very rich,  wonderful for a luncheon with a green salad and some crunchy bread.  The cook will be a hero with this one. 

Blanco Cheese Enchiladas

So many good things to say about this dish.  If you’re looking for a good vegetarian dish,  you’ve found it.  If a  great breakfast or brunch casserole with a south of the border flare is what you’re looking for, this is it.  They also  have an attractive,  colorful presentation with the lettuce radish garnish, it’s all here.  Give…

Artisan Bread Baguettes (using food processor)

Baking bread can be a bit intimidating until you do it, or maybe I should say until you use this recipe.  It’s time consuming because of the rising time but otherwise very simple and simply rewarding.  When I started baking bread and pizza dough on a regular basis I bought a baker’s stone. At the…

Eggplant Parmigiana

This is one of my very favorite Italian recipes.  Eggplant is so hearty it is almost steak-like.  The melding of the flavors of the marinara, cheeses and eggplant are outstanding.  One recipe mentioned layering slices of zucchini in with the eggplant ! The dish is a perfect addition to a buffet table, excellent lunch entre, and…

Vegetable Pizza Salad

This recipe is pretty versatile. I have served it as part of an appetizer party. It can be served on a salad buffet, or I have even served it as the entrée in a light lunch.  It can be very showy so take your time arranging the vegetables. Print Recipe Vegetable Pizza Course appetizer Prep…