Juicy, Gooey Nacho Burgers

Leave it to Bobby Flay to come up with this crazy, tasty, A M A Z I N G beef patty. It’s gooey, it’s juicy, and even a bit crunchy. If you are going to grill a burger… might as well make it the BEST burger!

Cajun Crab & Corn Chowda

A spicy chunky soup for crab lovers.  Just a spoonful will transport you to Bayou Country.  Serve with warm buttermilk biscuits to soak up every morsel.

Mardis Gras Pizza

Several components make this the ultimate Mardi Gras pizza pie. Everything Cajun thrown onto a pie crust. Can all be done in less than an hour, thanks to Coastal Living Magazine for publishing this back in February 2013. Don’t forget to wear...

Creole Cod

Everyone knows fish is good for you and most likely we don’t eat enough of it. Personally, I need to doctor it up… and this “Creole” version is delicious. (Originally, from Cooking Light, November 2002). Light and flakey yet...

Lincoln’s Vanilla-Almond Cake

Allegedly, Mary Todd Lincoln had baked this cake for her presidential husband in order to initially woo him. Obviously, the cake won him over and if you give it go, you’ll understand why. This particular recipe is adapted from...

Bellinis

While I tended to indulge in tasting Italy’s fine wine selections, the Bellini was certainly consumed by many touring visitors.  Typically, the Bellini is made using peach puree/juice and Prosecco, sparkling wine or Champagne.  Recently,...

Dessert of Seduction For Two

How's the saying go?  Oh yeah... Give, and you shall receive.

Hoagie Dip w/Focaccia

I’m a Philly girl by nature, so this dip just makes complete sense to me.  Great for parties or even as a midday snack.

Totally Loaded Nachos

Nachos, nachos, nachos!  Everybody loves to dig into a plate of nachos.  Finding that perfectly topped chip seems to the goal on a game day get-together.  There is no “one-way” to prepare them.  The possibilities are endless.

Hot Slow-Roasted Pork, Onion, and Mozzarella

Another crowd pleaser! Roasted succulent pork sandwiched between crusty rolls, melted mozzarella, sautéed onions and peppers create this sandwich. Makes enough for game-day so now you know what to serve during Super Bowl my fellow fans!