I love corned beef. I eat it every chance I get. I don’t care if it’s thinly sliced cold cuts, a brisket served with cabbage or diced with potatoes. As long as I get to eat it, I’m happy. My favorite version is brisket form, though. See, with a corned beef brisket you’re almost always… Continue reading Corned Beef Hash Frittata
Tag: holiday
Apple Potato Latkes
The first night of Hanukkah was last night. I love Hanukkah and all that comes with it: lighting the candles, preparing a special meal the first night, the presents (although we don’t give one each of the eight nights) and of course the latkes. The latkes, also known as potato pancakes, are far and away… Continue reading Apple Potato Latkes
Porto Flip
During the holidays I prefer three kinds of cocktails. Thick and frothy, hot or sparkling. No matter which way I go, they’re always rich, delicious and the perfect kind of drink to have during these festive times. If the drink is warm, it’s usually a spiked spiced cider, if it’s sparkling, champagne is probably one… Continue reading Porto Flip
Tiramisu Dip
Now that we’re in the thick of the holiday season, it’s time for cookies and cakes and anything sweet that will make the spirits brighter than they already are. This is my favorite time of year, because of all those yummy cakes and cookies. I love serving them at parties, getting them as gifts and… Continue reading Tiramisu Dip
Cherry Lime Macaroons
Passover is on Monday and if there’s one thing I always have trouble with when planning the menu, it’s what to make for dessert. See, you’re not supposed to have any wheat, oats, rye or barley. That means most flours are off the table. You also shouldn’t eat corn, rice, millet or legumes. So, you… Continue reading Cherry Lime Macaroons
Marbella Chicken
Every year Passover comes around I’m always struggling to figure out what to make for the seder. I mean, we can’t have pork. No, I don’t keep kosher, but I always try to follow the rules during the holidays; no pork means no ham. Beef is is a possibility but that usually takes more time… Continue reading Marbella Chicken
Yule Mule
Thought I’d try something a little different today. I know I usually stick to retro cocktails, but since the holidays are coming and I’ve already done a lot of the classics from eggnog to a champagne cocktail, I thought I’d whip up my own this week. As I’m sure you’ve noticed the Moscow Mule seems… Continue reading Yule Mule
Artichoke Parmesan Stuffing
To stuff or not to stuff. That is the question. There’s always been this big debate in the Thanksgiving world about whether or not you should stuff your turkey. Several believe that stuffing the turkey means you’re forced to leave the turkey in the oven longer in order to fully cook the bird. When that… Continue reading Artichoke Parmesan Stuffing
Sweet Potato Cranberry Casserole
Cranberry sauce and sweet potatoes are two of the most common sides at Thanksgiving. I love them both, but what if you combine the two? That’s what Taste of Home suggested, and let me tell you, the final product is amazing. I loved it so much, I can’t wait to make it again this year.… Continue reading Sweet Potato Cranberry Casserole
Boston Rum Punch
I like to make special cocktails for holidays. You know, something that will serve a large group because holidays always give people a reason to party. Since I like to mingle at my soireés, the last thing I want to do is mix drinks all night. So, I usually make a punch. The 4th of… Continue reading Boston Rum Punch
Chocolate Dipped Peppermint Marshmallows
A few years ago I made marshmallows. Yes, made them. From scratch! I’d heard about other foodies I know making those soft, sweet, white pillows, so I wanted to give it a try. They were surprisingly easy and soooooo much better than the ones you buy at the supermarket. They were soft and sweet and pure… Continue reading Chocolate Dipped Peppermint Marshmallows