Archives for January 2015

Best Super Bowl Appetizers

With one of the most highly-anticipated sporting events on the horizon, I have learned that an arsenal of finger food recipes is a necessity for a successful viewing party. I’ve put together a round up of my favorite appetizers from the blog that are reliable crowd-pleasers (healthy or not)! Oh, and as a prerequisite, they’re EASY to make too. Hope you enjoy:   Judy’s Baked Brie A deliciously warm and sweet appetizer to compliment any party. No one expects the "kick" provided by the honey mustard and ginger snap … [Read more...]

Super Bowl Jambalaya #CreateAStir

I am thrilled to be a StirMaker for the #CreateAStir campaign sponsored by Della Rice. To be properly armed and ready to make a tasty Stir, I  received an Aroma rice cooker for hassle-free cooking ( you have an opportunity to win your own rice cooker)  and many flavors of Della Rice. So, what’s a Stir? A Stir is a dinner creation (think about your favorite rice bowl). The canvas (or bottom of the bowl) consists of delicious Della rice, and the toppings can include a variety of proteins, vegetables, and sauces. You pick. You decide. … [Read more...]

Slow Cooked Steel Cut Oatmeal

Whether or not you’re bracing for an epic snowstorm like we are in the north east, or, you’re simply looking for a hearty dish to serve for breakfast, Steel Cut Oatmeal should be your go-to dish. Steel Cut Oats is oatmeal at its very best. The nutty flavor is unparalleled, as is its risotto-like texture, especially when slow-cooked overnight. Steel Cut Oats are the healthy, unrefined form of oats that aren't sold with added sugar or artificial coloring and flavoring like its sibling, Rolled Oats. They're whole grain oats (inner portion of … [Read more...]

Lemon Bars

I remember my mom baked incessantly in the wintertime. There’s something very soothing when your house is warm and toasty and full of aromas wafting from an oven that’s in constant use.   She truly loved baking. And, lucky for us, we were the proud beneficiaries of all of her baked masterpieces. Mom had a Flour/Sugar Shaker so she could evenly sprinkle flour, powdered sugar or cinnamon over top her Viennese Crescent Cookies, Salzburger Nockerl, bread dough, or anything else requiring a powdery coating. She really had a flair for presentation … [Read more...]