Tag: cheese

Herbed Stuffed Squash Blossoms

We’re nearing the end of summer. I mean,  I know we’ve officially hit fall, but here in L.A. County, it still feels like we’re in the middle of summer. As a matter of fact, we’re about to be hit with another heat wave. I hate the heat. I can’t stand taking a shower and needing… Continue reading Herbed Stuffed Squash Blossoms

Boursin-Stuffed Kumquats

Now that we’re getting into spring and summer, that means more time outside. And more time outside means more picnics and family barbecues. But then we come to the question about what to serve for those events. Fried chicken is a good choice as are burgers and fruit salads. But those are all main courses… Continue reading Boursin-Stuffed Kumquats

Barbecue Sausage and Cheese Platter

Once a year the families on my block host a progressive dinner party, which is when you have at least 3 courses and each course is served at a different person’s house. It’s a lot of fun because we all travel as a group up and down the block and get to hang out with… Continue reading Barbecue Sausage and Cheese Platter

Baked Blueberry Brie

Here’s the thing about the holidays, it seems from Thanksgiving to New Year’s every single weekend is booked. Between office parties and shopping and friendly get togethers, I never feel like I have enough time to do anything, including cook. I love to cook, though, especially for parties. So, I always find a way. Don’t… Continue reading Baked Blueberry Brie

Fire-Roasted Ricotta with Grilled Corn & Peppers

It’s America’s birthday on Monday which means the whole country will be celebrating with parties and fireworks. My street actually holds a block party every year to celebrate, complete with a chili cook-off, pie contest, plenty of watermelon and plenty of grilling. But we don’t just grill chicken, burgers and hot dogs. We grill fruits… Continue reading Fire-Roasted Ricotta with Grilled Corn & Peppers

Noodles Louise

It’s been so hot here in Southern California, I haven’t been in the mood to use my oven. As I’m sure you’ve noticed most of my recipes of late have been grilled or cooked in a cast iron skillet on the stove. I’ve been trying my best to avoid the oven if I can because… Continue reading Noodles Louise

Cheesy Apricots in Blankets

If you know anything about me you know I love cheese. Soft cheeses, hard cheeses, even those cheese slices wrapped in cellophane. Yes, it’s true I do like those Kraft slices, please don’t judge me. But back to the cheese. I love trying new cheeses on their own and also creating recipes with those cheeses.… Continue reading Cheesy Apricots in Blankets