Vegetable casseroles like this Horseradish Cheddar Cauliflower Gratin make a tasty side dish with a little extra added spicy flavor. Doesn't this Horseradish Cheddar Cauliflower Gratin sound AMAZING! I thought so too. So when Brianne from Cupcakes & Kale Chips first posted her recipe earlier this month I couldn't wait to make it myself. I already had some cauliflower in the house that I was going to roast that night for dinner so I got started immediately. The only caveat was that I ... Read More about Horseradish Cheddar Cauliflower Gratin
Farfalle with Sausage & Vegetables in a Goat Cheese Sauce
Farfalle pasta combined with sliced Italian sausage and vegetables like sun dried tomatoes and mushrooms in a white wine goat cheese sauce. I was very excited a few weeks ago when I got a message from Barilla Pasta on my Twitter account letting me know that a surprise would be coming in the mail. If you've been following me for a while, you know that Barilla is the only brand of dry pasta I use for my family and our favorite variety is their "Plus" version. So imagine how happy I ... Read More about Farfalle with Sausage & Vegetables in a Goat Cheese Sauce
Fried Artichoke Hearts with Rosemary Garlic Aioli
Fried artichoke hearts with rosemary garlic aioli is a deliciously light and flavorful appetizer that's perfect for Springtime or holiday gatherings. A few weeks ago, we went out to dinner with my in-laws to celebrate my MIL birthday. The restaurant was named Grato, and they had Fried Artichokes on their appetizer menu. They sounded so good and different so we ordered them and they did not disappoint. I like to try to replicate dishes that I've enjoyed out at home as soon as I can so ... Read More about Fried Artichoke Hearts with Rosemary Garlic Aioli
Chocolate Covered Carrot Strawberries
Have some fun in the kitchen with the kids this year by making these festive Chocolate Covered Carrot Strawberries. I first saw these Chocolate Covered Carrot Strawberries a few years ago on Pinterest and I've been making them for Easter ever since. However, I tend to not photograph during our holiday celebrations as it then becomes "work" instead of enjoying my family's company. You wouldn't break out your spreadsheets at the holiday dinner table would you? :) How do you make Chocolate ... Read More about Chocolate Covered Carrot Strawberries
Madeira Marinated London Broil
London Broil marinated in Madeira wine, extra virgin olive oil, fresh squeezed lemon juice, garlic and oregano; then grilled to perfection. With the warmer weather approaching, I thought it was time to break out the grill. Especially now that all of the snow has officially melted and I can get to it on my deck. Since we are supposed to reach 70 degrees in NJ today, it was a great day to make this Madeira Marinated London Broil. You can marinate the beef for as little as 2 hours to get the ... Read More about Madeira Marinated London Broil
Tomato Basil Tempura Shrimp
Shrimp lightly seasoned with McCormick's Tomato Basil Seasoning Mix, dipped in a tempura style batter; then fried until golden brown. *I was not financially compensated for this post. I received a sample for review purposes. The opinions are completely my own based on my experience. TGIF! Can you believe it? I actually have an actual seafood recipe to share with you on Seafood Frenzy Friday! Before I begin with my latest experiment for this Tomato Basil Tempura Style Shrimp, let me ... Read More about Tomato Basil Tempura Shrimp