Dill Pickle Dip – {Meatless Monday}

Dill Pickle Dip Recipe Cream Cheese Dill Weed

Dill Pickle Dip

Light, crunchy, dilly, slightly tart and perfect for summer dipping, this Dill Pickle Dip Recipe is just wonderful; it’s also a nice change from the normal French Onion dip everyone serves. With summer picnics and the Fourth of July celebrations coming, you really need this dip in your repertoire.   Continue reading

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Fruity Toasted Israeli Couscous – {Five Ingredient Friday}

Fruity Fig and Pistachio Toasted Couscous Lemon Infused Olive Oil Israeli Couscous Recipe

Fruity Toasted Israeli Couscous

Lemon-infused olive oil kicks off the fruity elements in this Fruity Toasted Israeli Couscous; paired with figs and pistachios, this couscous dish has a distinct Mediterranean twist. It’s a simple recipe that will liven up any meal; it is great as a stand-alone salad or as a side dish and can easily be converted into an entrée.  Continue reading

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Chocolate Crunch Caramel Tart with Pâte Sablée Crust Recipe

Chocolate Crunch Caramel Tart with Pâte Sablée Crust Dorie Greenspan Recipe Ganache Caramel Honey Roasted Peanuts

Chocolate Crunch Caramel Tart with Pâte Sablée Crust

This Chocolate Crunch Caramel Tart with a Pâte Sablée Crust is just beyond fabulous! A buttery, tender shortbread-like crust is the vessel for crunchy honey roasted peanuts in a homemade caramel which is topped with chocolate ganache. You just won’t even believe how good it is…and it’s not hard at all to make.   Continue reading

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Provençal Vegetable Tian – {Meatless Monday}

Provençal Vegetable Tian Recipe Squash Zucchini Roma Tomato Red Onion Potato Cheese

Provençal Vegetable Tian

If there is a more beautiful presentation for vegetables than this tian, I’m not sure what it could be. Layered with yellow squash, zucchini, potato, Roma tomatoes and red onion; topped with fresh herbs, Parmesan and Mozzarella cheeses, then baked, this Provençal Vegetable Tian recipe is both gorgeous and delicious! And it’s perfect for Meatless Monday!  Continue reading

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Garlic, Olive Oil, Walnut and Pecorino Pasta – {Five Ingredient Friday}

Garlic, Oil, Walnut & Pecorino Pasta lemon zest Salsa Aglio e Olio con Noci e Pecorino

Garlic, Oil, Walnut & Pecorino Pasta

There could not be a more simple and delicious pasta than this dish. Loaded with the vibrant flavours of garlic, olive oil, walnuts and Pecorino cheese (and a little addition by me) this classic is only five ingredients and is ready for the table in minutes!   Continue reading

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Roasted Garlic and Green Chilies Hummus – {Meatless Monday}

Roasted Garlic and Green Chilies Hummus Recipe Tahini Lemon

Roasted Garlic and Green Chilies Hummus

This Roasted Garlic and Green Chilies Hummus is my latest incarnation of this wonderful dip, spread,  or accompaniment to grilled meats and vegetables. It is also packed with vitamins, minerals, protein and dietary fiber; so it good for you too!  Continue reading

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Limoncello Lemonade – {Five Ingredient Friday}

Limoncello Lemonade Cocktail Recipe

Limoncello Lemonade

Nothin’ could be finer than to cool off from the sweltering heat, swingin’ on a porch seat, sippin’ lemonade.  Except, maybe, if that lemonade had a little twist.  And I’m not talkin’ a twist of lemon zest, either.  Limoncello Lemonade, it makes the angels sing (at least to my ears). Continue reading

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Cinnamon Raisin Buttermilk Scones

Cinnamon Raisin Buttermilk Scones Recipe Easy Best Scones

Cinnamon Raisin Buttermilk Scones

Scones are one of my favourite quick breads and these Cinnamon Raisin Buttermilk Scones were the perfect answer to my craving for cinnamon raisin bread. Super quick and easy, they are an elegant addition to tea time, breakfast, brunch or just for snacking.   Continue reading

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Sweet Corn, Tomato and Goat Cheese Salad – {Meatless Monday}

Sweet Corn, Tomato & Goat Cheese Salad Recipe Rosemary Thyme Oregano

Sweet Corn, Tomato & Goat Cheese Salad

It’s officially summer and it is salad time! This Sweet Corn, Tomato and Goat Cheese Salad is so refreshing, so simple, so filled with herby goodness that it is just the ticket for a change of pace salad offering.  Continue reading

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Memorial Day Weekend Recipe Ideas – {Five Recipe Friday}

Memorial Day Weekend Recipes Picnic Food Ideas

With this evening being the start of a long holiday weekend for Memorial Day celebrations, I thought I’d give you a Five Ingredient Friday that is really a Five Recipe Friday for your weekend cooking. The links to the original posts are included for your easy reference to the recipes.  Continue reading

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