I watch the Real Housewives of New York, and on the show Ramona Singer makes this chicken for all her dinner parties and events. When she does, everyone raves at how delicious it is. I’ve always wanted to know how she made her chicken. Fortunately, Romona has posted her Chicken Herbs de Provence recipe on…
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moistest turkey meatloaf + chili aioli
Not only is this Turkey Meatloaf so moist and scrumptious, but the chili aioli takes it to a whole new level.
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velvety tomato soup with thyme + orzo
Velvety tomato soup with thyme and orzo is a quick and easy soup to make. Although quick and simple, it does not lack flavor.
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quinoa salmon bowl + lemon vinaigrette
Quinoa salmon bowl + lemon vinaigrette is one of the healthiest most filling lunches ever! The combo of seared salmon, quinoa, roasted veggies, avocado, and a soft egg is amazingly delicious and so hearty. Definitely my favorite lunch! Currently, both my hubby and I work from home and our daughter attends law school on zoom….
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sheet pan polish sausage + vegetables
My hubby loves hot dogs and has been craving one of those bacon wrapped hot dogs, cooked in onions and peppers, sold late night from vendor carts off the streets of Los Angeles. Since we no longer attend Laker Games, where almost every corner has a cart wafting of hot dogs and peppers, I wanted…
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bourbon + chocolate pecan pie with pecan graham cracker crust
My hubby’s favorite pie is pecan pie. Actually, it’s one of my favorites too. Pecans take me back to my childhood memories spent in Texas. So many fond memories of picking up pecans that had dropped from the tree, cracking open the nut and eating the delish pecan inside. A lot of work for a…
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my traditional matzo ball soup
Matzo Ball Soup was traditionally served by my husband’s family on Thanksgiving. I had never had matzo ball soup until I met him thus spending the holidays with his family. His Mom and Sister taught me how to make their matzo ball soup. Now, with much honor, it is a tradition that I have carried…
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make ahead homemade turkey gravy
OK, I need to confess…I’m a bit of a cheater when it comes to making Turkey gravy on Thanksgiving. To be honest, I don’t make it. Instead, I buy it from Gelson’s deli. It’s delicious , plus having to make gravy always happens during the most intense, and stressful part of the Thanksgiving meal preparation….
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house blend seasoned roasted 20/20/20 chicken
One of my favorite dinners to cook is roasted chicken. It’s the perfect comfort food meal and shows your family that they are loved. Honestly, I make a great tasting roasted chicken. When I follow the 20/20/20 roasting method, my chicken always comes out of the oven perfectly cooked and seasoned. Last Fall, my sister…
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roasted artichokes + lemon caper aioli
One of my favorite side dishes to serve is roasted artichokes + lemon caper aioli. Flavorful and tender artichoke leaves and heart that are dipped in a lemony garlic sauce. Roasted artichokes + lemon caper aioli makes for a mind-blowing side dish. During artichoke season, I make roasted artichokes + lemon caper aioli so much…
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penne pasta + zucchini and prosciutto
Summer is in full force and the last thing I’m thinking of is spending hours in the hot kitchen cooking dinner. That’s why this penne pasta + zucchini and prosciutto makes the perfect summer dinner. Very little ingredients are required, plus it is so quick and easy to make. Imagine eating this amazingly delicious penne…
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pavlova + summer fruit
Pavlova with summer fruit is much like a huge crunchy meringue cookie that melts in your mouth, covered with billowy sweet whip cream and topped with fresh ripe fruit.
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mexican lasagna + cilantro lime creme
Basically, this is a hearty burrito casserole!
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grilled potato and leek salad + herb mustard vinaigrette
A gorgeous and robust salad containing little colorful grilled potatoes and leeks, mixed in a herby mustard vinaigrette.
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Moistest Ever Brownies
These really easy made-from-scratch bakery style brownies are beyond moist, much like lava cake, and oh so delicious. A real family pleaser!
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Thai Barbecued Spareribs
We love the sticky sweet sauce that covers the tender ribs. These ribs are the perfect replacement to satisfy our Thai cravings.
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Red Velvet Bundt Cake
A red velvet cake that is so simple to whip up and bake, yet, looks festive, and is very moist and full of that yummy red velvet flavor, I guarantee you won’t have even a slice left over.
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Potato and Leek Chowder + Brie
My family are avid skiers and spend a lot of time in Mammoth during ski season. During this time, one of my favorite items on the menu, at most of the restaurants in Mammoth, is the potato leek soup. The rich potato chowder warms my stomach and is so comforting, plus filling. Perfect with a…
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chunky crumb cake + glaze
Snack cake with crumb-topping and glaze
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stay home soft pretzels
The whole wide world is aware of this scary and devastating coronavirus. While many have already been impacted by it, others are staying home and doing their best to quarantine. Living in Los Angeles, we are currently under a stay home order. So while my husband, my youngest step-daughter, her boyfriend, and myself sit at…
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