Last week I talked about how much I love Tartarian cherries. I look forward to them every year, and grab as many as I can until they disappear. It’s five or six weeks of pure bliss. While I use them plenty for sweet desserts, I use them for savory recipes as well. That sweet pop… Continue reading Rhubarb Cherry Pork Chops
Author: Jennifer
Test Pilot
With Memorial Day coming up on Monday, I thought I’d reach back in the annals of cocktaildom and bring you a drink that’s not only a classic, but a perfect choice to imbibe on the war-based holiday: the Test Pilot. As you know, we have two military holidays here in the United States. The first… Continue reading Test Pilot
Chicken Thighs with Cherry Relish
It’s here! The season I wait for all year: cherry season! I know I talk about all sorts of fruit I wait for, but this one’s legit! Yes, I love peaches, apricots and pretty much all stone fruits. But cherries are my absolute favorite. This is a new thing though because it’s all due to… Continue reading Chicken Thighs with Cherry Relish
Vermouth Cocktail
Yesterday was National Aperitif day and spritz season has already started. So, I thought today, I’d talk about aperitif cocktails. A cocktail that’s imbibed before dinner, with or without an appetizer, the aperitif has a bittersweet flavor that stimulates the production of gastric juices thereby getting you and your palate ready for the meal ahead.… Continue reading Vermouth Cocktail
Rhubarb Crumb Cake
It’s rhubarb season! There are few seasons I look forward to more than spring. While it’s still quite chilly here on the coast when the calendar turns to spring, it’s still my favorite time of year. This is the time when all my favorite fruits and vegetables start to appear at the farmers markets. Strawberries,… Continue reading Rhubarb Crumb Cake
Millionaire Cocktail #1
About a month ago I introduced you to a classic Millionaire Cocktail because Tax Day was right around the corner. But then (as with everything this year) things changed. Because of Covid, the IRS was nice enough to move Tax Day from April to May. Yes, if you haven’t filed, believe it or not you’re… Continue reading Millionaire Cocktail #1
Chicken with Garlic and Lemon
I’m a huge garlic fan. Seriously. It’s my favorite. Whenever a recipe calls for one or two cloves I always double it. I love everything about it, from its shape to the smell to the flavor. I’ll take it roasted on a piece of bread or minced in a thick tomato sauce. So, when Susan… Continue reading Chicken with Garlic and Lemon
Lemon-lime Pudding Cake
I love breakfast. It’s the most important meal of the day… or so they say. But it’s still not my favorite meal. No, my favorite meal, or maybe course is a better term, has got to be dessert! I love a rich, sweet dessert. Doesn’t matter if it’s fruit or chocolate. As long as it’s… Continue reading Lemon-lime Pudding Cake
Hibiscus Sangria
Since Wednesday is Cinco de Mayo I wanted to post a classic cocktail that would be perfect for the Mexican holiday. No, it’s not the margarita. Don’t get me wrong, blended or on the rocks, the margarita is the first cocktail I think of when May 5th rolls around. But it’s not the only option.… Continue reading Hibiscus Sangria
Bacon and Egg Tortilla Soup
Cinco de Mayo is one week from today. Can you believe it? One week! So, of course I wanted to bring you a Mexican dish to serve on this holiday that, these days, seems to be all about the Margarita. You could easily go with tacos or burritos, or make it really simple and just… Continue reading Bacon and Egg Tortilla Soup
Dirty Martini
Last weekend Hubs and I went out! I know this may not seem like a big deal, but considering the past year, believe me it was. Have you ever had a date night in the back yard while the kids watch a movie in the front room? Trust me, it’s not even close to the… Continue reading Dirty Martini