I know, it is another soup recipe. This Cauliflower Soup has become one of my favorite soups to make and eat. I puree the soup with my immersion blender, so it is smooth. The flavors are layered with cauliflower, potato, cayenne, Monterey Jack cheese and garnished with chives and bacon. The soup leaves a nice…
Crepes with Orange Sauce
I have always loved crepes, sweet or savory. This Crepes with Orange Sauce recipe is one of my favorites. You can make the crepes ahead of time (the batter is better if it sits overnight in the refrigerator) and the orange sauce is really quick and easy. If you add a scoop of vanilla ice…
Duck Terrine with Apricots
I bought a vintage Le Creuset Pate/Terrine pan at an antique store in Bath, Maine, perfect for Duck Terrine with Apricots. I loved it when I first saw it, but wanted to sleep on it. Since it was all I could think about the next day, I called the store and they mailed it to…
Grilled Shrimp Tomato Avocado Salad
I made this Grilled Shrimp Tomato Avocado Salad and put it in a mason jar for a group boating party. The kind of party where you have four boats rafted together and you pass food from boat to boat. It is spicy, fresh and perfect for twelve people. Just grab a fork or a spoon and eat…
Potato Salad
This is Grandma Toots’ potato salad. It is the creamy kind with the crunch of vegetables. Every time I make it, and every time I taste it, I think of all of the family events where this was enjoyed. Every family gathering, confirmation, graduation, pre-wedding, everything! Even people in our family that do not…
Soft Boiled Egg Spring Salad
This is a salad lovers dream and will make everyone want to eat more salad. This Spring Salad celebrates spring’s healthy vegetables with the addition of forbidden rice. Forbidden rice is softer and smaller than wild rice, and once cooked, it turns a deep purple color with a nutty texture. We used fresh English peas,…
Bacon and Gruyere Quiche
This classic quiche is similar to the ones we enjoyed in Paris. Nestled in a buttery crust, it offers a rich, savory custard flecked with Gruyere, bacon, and shallots. Magically, the overall effect is one of lightness. It is the perfect make-ahead recipe for brunches, lunches, and dinners. Pair this quiche with a simple salad,…