Caesar salad is by far the favorite salad in my household. When my kids were younger, they called this a "crouton" salad, and they intentionally targeted all of the homemade croutons in the serving bowl. Now, I don't often add croutons. It really doesn't need them. Occasionally I will really mix things up a bit and add tomato, other vegetables, or grilled meat. If you want ...
Sauces, Gravies & Rubs
Great Grill Rub- an essential ingredient when the weather is fabulous
Warm weather is here! And as my windows find themselves open to welcome in the fabulous Spring breezes, every evening they also seem to be welcoming in the mouthwatering fragrances of grilled food. Often this influence from my neighbors has led to a last minute menu change for our family. Having a tasty multi-purpose grill seasoning on hand is the secret to quick success. ...
Coconut Crusted Fish with Key Lime Sauce- Delicious Tropical Recipe
As December rolls around, it can be a little cold and I can really start to miss the warm beautiful weather. This year I have a wonderful solution—I’m going to escape winter by going to the Florida Keys in January as a chef for Kayak Amelia (information is at www.kayakamelia.com). You are welcome to come along and have me as your chef for a week. But even if you can’t ...
Gobble-gobble it up…Shallot Gravy for your turkey
BRINING YOUR THANKSGIVING TURKEY: One of the things that creates the most fear and complaints at a Thanksgiving feast is a dry turkey! I have an excellent way to avoid that: Brining is a wonderful way to add moisture and flavor to your bird before you cook it...by soaking it in a solution of water, salt, and a variety of other ingredients that may include sugar, wine, hot ...
Pineapple Sweet and Sour Sauce
Now, 14 years, two kids, and many frequent flier miles later I feel like I too can claim kamaina (that's Hawaiian for local). If you added up all of the time we have spent there, it is almost 6 beautiful months filled with sun, sand, sushi, and adventures. When I first met my husband and he told me he was from Hawaii, it didn't really sink in. I thought he meant Hawaii, Ohio, ...