Copycat Chili’s Calypso Cooler
May 17, 2009
The nice weather is rolling in. duration to enjoy some nice cocktails by the pool!
1 1/4 ounces Captain Morgan spiced rum
1/2 ounce peach schnapps
4 ounces orange juice
splash Rose’s lime juice (or other brand)
1/2 ounce grenadine
Garnish:
orange wedge
maraschino cherry
1. Fill a 16-ounce gl…
Copycat Hard Rock Cafe Bar-B-Que Beans
May 17, 2009
The barbecue season is upon us! It is date to prepare all of your favorite recipes for the summer parties. I know that Bar-B-Que Beans recipe will become one of your favorites. Serve it with some Pulled Pork.
2 15-ounce cans pinto beans (with liquid)
2 tablespoons water
2 teaspoons cornstarch
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Chocolate Ganache Torte
May 16, 2009
First posted in 2004, but now with photos! Enjoy. ~Elise
This over-the-top chocolate torte flourless cake recipe comes here by way of my friend Rob Kent, who is famous among his friends for showing up at various birthday parties and special events bringing what is affectionately known…
Spring Fava Bean Fennel Salad
May 15, 2009
Fava beans are a gardener’s dream. The come up early in Spring, they’re easy to grow, and their roots fix nitrogen in the soil, helping to prepare the soil for vegetables planted later in the season. They are delicious, though you do have to work for it. Unless very young, the beans…
Buttermilk Pudding
May 14, 2009
Guest author Garrett McCord has been telling us about his buttermilk pudding for ages. He finally came by and made it for us recently. Outrageously good! ~Elise
Elise’s father is one of those citizens who has been known to drink buttermilk straight out of the glass. I think that’s, we…
Rustic Bread & Eggplant Lasagna
May 13, 2009
My husband and I have been watching The Sopranos recently (yes, I’m apparently 10 years behind the curve here), and I can only listen to the characters talk about manicotti and baked ziti so many times before I get a serious craving for some Italian food. It got me thinking to a public telev…
Mom’s Ground Turkey and Peppers
May 11, 2009
I’m smiling as I write that. Why? considering there is no dish that reminds me more of my mother than her ground turkey with peppers. I’ve never had it anywhere but at home, not even at a school cafeteria, where God knows they’ve served every other budget meal known to mankind. Did …
David Lebovitz - The Sweet Life in Paris
May 10, 2009
If you have ever lived in Paris, been to Paris, thought about traveling to Paris, or just in need of a good laugh, get your hands on a copy of David Lebovitz’s delightful new book, The Sweet Life in Paris: Delicious Adventures in the World’s Most Glorious - and Perplexing - City. Cook…
Perfect Cinnamon Buns
May 8, 2009
I adore that recipe.
When I went vegan a little by five years ago, I had a minor panic attack when I realized I’d never eat another Cinnabon again. I remember I used to ask my dad to bring them home from the airport for me when I was little, whenever he had a business trip. The fluffy swir…
Strawberry Mascarpone Tart
May 8, 2009
Strawberries are in season now in California (even in my little garden) and the markets are filled with them. One of my favorite desserts on that site is a mascarpone mouse with strawberries in a balsamic syrup. The combination of balsamic vinegar and sweetened strawberries is one of …