Throwback Thursday: Sweet Potato Marshmallow Bars

As you all know I love to cook. Not just because it gives me the opportunity to create delicious food and eat it, but because I get to share those creations with friends and family. That’s what cooking has always meant to me – a way to connect with friends and family through one of… Continue reading Throwback Thursday: Sweet Potato Marshmallow Bars

Browned Butter Rosemary Applesauce

I know that tonight is the last night of Hanukkah, but I really wanted to share this applesauce recipe with you. So, why not do what I’m doing and make one last special Hanukkah meal before you pack away the menorah? You can even use this decadent applesauce to make it extra special. If you… Continue reading Browned Butter Rosemary Applesauce

Banana Gingerbread with Blueberry Whipped Cream

In my previous post I talked about the wonderful blueberry inspired Thanksgiving feast Erika Kerekes hosted with the US Highbush Blueberry Council. There were several delicious dishes, all of which included some form of that wonderful little blue fruit, the blueberry. There was everything from Pumpkin Soup with Blueberry “Dust” to a spectacular Pumpkin Blueberry… Continue reading Banana Gingerbread with Blueberry Whipped Cream

Pulled Turkey Sliders with Blueberry Chutney

A little over a week ago I was lucky enough to attend an early Thanksgiving dinner put on by Erika Kerekes from In Erika’s Kitchen and the US Highbush Blueberry Council. It was a twist on your standard Thanksgiving because every single item on the menu had blueberries in it. You wouldn’t think blueberries would… Continue reading Pulled Turkey Sliders with Blueberry Chutney

Hot Toddy

It’s finally raining here, which means it finally feels like Fall. It’s chilly and windy and there are big, fat raindrops running down my windows and I couldn’t be happier. I can finally pull out my jeans and boots and sweaters and bundle up to go out. Then when I get home at the end… Continue reading Hot Toddy

Chocolate Avocado Mousse

I love avocados. They’re rich, creamy, and oh. So. Good. They’re great chopped up in salads, blended into guacamole or even baby food. But up until recently I never considered using them as a base for desserts. I’m so glad I broadened my horizons. My first foray into avocado as dessert were a batch of… Continue reading Chocolate Avocado Mousse

Jack Rose

Although it’s still in the low 80’s here in Los Angeles, it is November which means the leaves are changing colors, Thanksgiving is right around the corner and every kind of apple is available at supermarkets and farmer’s markets everywhere. So, since it is actually fall, I decided I’d do an Autumn cocktail. Why is… Continue reading Jack Rose

Sweet Potato Bourbon Kugel for Thanksgivukkah

Yes, it’s true. Thanksgiving and Hanukkah coincide this year. It’s actually the second night of Hanukkah to be more specific. So since Christmukkah is such a big thing, why not have Thanksgivukkah? And since we’re combining the two holidays, why stick with the same old stuffing and sweet potato pie? Why not serve up a… Continue reading Sweet Potato Bourbon Kugel for Thanksgivukkah