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…

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…

Marinated Chuck Roast

The marinade works to tenderize as well as enhance the flavor of an economical cut of beef.  The flavor is great and the meat becomes crusty-brown on the outside yet pink and juicy on the inside.  You’ll think your eating and expensive slice of ribeye.

Green Beans with Cashews

This is a long time family favorite.  Probably its’ most traditional appearance is on the menu with ham and scalloped potatoes.  Just seems to be a winner!  Green beans are at their best when parboiled in advance and then heated quickly on top of the stove just before serving.

Halibut in Dill Sauce

This recipe is a result of a wonderful dinner at Anthony’s Home Port.  I think we nailed it!  See what you think:)

Glazed Doughnuts

Remember when people stood in line to buy Krispy Kreme’s?  Making these doughnuts your self will be a little more work but the taste results will be the same, you will have a lot of fun, and you just might have to chase a line of people from the front of your door!! Print Recipe…

Shrimp Wrapped in Crunchy Wontons with Green Onion Dipping Sauce

Looking for a  new way to serve shrimp as an appetizer?  These crunchy  wontons wrapped around succulent  shrimp and then dipped in tangy Asian sauce are a wonderful  addition to  your appetizer table, and definitely not “ho hum”. Print Recipe Shrimp Wrapped in Crunchy Wontons with Green Onion Dipping Sauce Prep Time 30 minutes Cook Time 5 minutes…