Author Archives: Sandy

St. Patty’s Day Baked Corned Beef

Posted on March 8, 2011 by Sandy

I’m making this for an office luncheon, so I will bake the corned beef, wrap in foil and place in an ice chest, less the ice, to keep warm. I will slice right before serving. Also on the menu, sauteed … Continue reading →

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Caprese Salad – Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella, Basil and variations

Posted on March 6, 2011 by Sandy

BASIL VINAIGRETTE 1 small handful of fresh basil 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 tablespoons balsalmic vinegar Kosher salt SALAD 4 ounces fresh mozzarella, cubed into small bites or sliced 1 pound ripe summer tomatoes, sliced or chopped Kosher salt and … Continue reading →

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Awesome Crab Cakes

Posted on March 3, 2011 by Sandy

A friend from Maryland invited us to a crab boil exlusively from Harbour House Crabs.  We spread newspapers out on the table and crack open the crabs with our Old Bay seasoned hands, savoring the tender white morsels from the crab. I have never … Continue reading →

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Spring Green Salad with Shrimp and Avocado

Posted on March 2, 2011 by Sandy

Spring Mix Greens Cucumber peeled and sliced Lime Ceviche Shrimp from Costco – this is so good! Avocado Olive oil White Balsalmic Vinegar Arrange on your plate, drizzle lightly with olive oil and balsalmic. Grab your fork! Salt and Pepper … Continue reading →

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Pork Rib Roast Herbs de Provence with Mashed Potatoes and Mango Sauce

Posted on March 2, 2011 by Sandy

Bring the Rib Roast to room temperature. Preheat oven 400 degrees Wash and pat dry with paper towels. Place on roasting rack. Rub with olive oil, salt, pepper and herbs de provence Place in oven uncovered in 400 degree oven … Continue reading →

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Sugar Cinnamon Black Walnut Muffin Donuts

Posted on March 2, 2011 by Sandy

I was watching food network the other night and this was one of the “most favorite things to eat”. This recipe is by Kathleen Stewart of the Downtown Bakery & Creamery in Healdsburg, CA. The recipe appeared in Fine Cooking … Continue reading →

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Apricot Pineapple Walnut Conserve

Posted on March 1, 2011 by Sandy

Not too long ago, I put out the word that I wanted the recipes or the favorite foods that everyone remembered growing up. My husband’s brother Jon asked if I had the recipe for his mom’s Apricot jam and he … Continue reading →

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Manilla Clams with Coconut Lemon Grass, Thai Curry and Ginger

Posted on February 28, 2011 by Sandy

2 T Canola oil 2 inch piece of ginger, smashed with back side of knife 1 stalk lemon grass, remove first layer and cut on bias into 2 inch pieces Lime zest 1 tsp Thai Red Curry Paste (gonlongol) 2 … Continue reading →

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Grilled Pesto Veggie Pizza Portabello Mushroom Caps

Posted on February 26, 2011 by Sandy

Spread pesto sauce onto marinated portabello mushroom caps cover pesto with thinly sliced black olives, sliced cherry tomatoes and minced garlic. Add tiny dollops of ricotta cheese over veggies. Sprinkle with goat or mozzarella cheese or both if you like. … Continue reading →

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BBQ Chicken Portabello Pizza

Posted on February 26, 2011 by Sandy

In the best of plans, before I leave for work in the morning, I marinade the mushroom caps in a ziplock back and upon returning home from work, they are ready to go. 8 large portabello mushroom caps – marinade … Continue reading →

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