First of all lumache is a pasta which resembles a snail’s shell and is popular for its versatility in holding sauces with its ridged exterior and spiral-like curves that gives every bite packed with flavor. Sfoglini has added Calabrian chili peppers that gives the pasta a smoky, spicy depth of intensity that complements other flavors … Continue reading
Ann Arbor Cooks was another great source for cooking classes and for 5 years I enjoyed taking some of their classes. Unfortunately it closed in August, 2014 due to the owner wanting to spend more time with her family. This grilling class was the last class I participated in. There is a lot going on in … Continue reading
Simple, delicious and a healthy recipe! In my magazine Cuisine Tonight “Thinner Dinners for Two” this recipe was included for a perfect winter salad which has oranges, avocados, spinach and a citrus dressing – no oil! Actually, this salad would be good all year but the oranges are especially tasty right now. These are … Continue reading
This is another delicious, refreshing salad with lots of fresh fruit and spinach and even some pasta – a nice combination. This simple salad appears frequently on my table as I get to use so many favorite ingredients. The dressing is very light and perfect on any tossed salad. I have adapted this … Continue reading
When I first made this sandwich it was very tasty and an added bonus was the discovery of a new favorite condiment, cranberry mustard. Absolutely delicious! whole wheat or whole grain bread cranberry mustard low-fat mayonnaise 1/2 lb. turkey, thinly sliced 1/4 lb. Swiss or Monterey Jack cheese, thinly sliced (if you grate it, the … Continue reading
Both of these salad dressings are excellent to serve over spinach. One recipe is sweet and the other recipe comes from my Dad which has a liqueur in it. Spinach Salad with the Sweet and Sour Dressing… Ingredients for the Irish Mist Dressing…
A delicious hot dip for all of the spinach lovers out there. This recipe comes from Taste of Home which I have adapted. I often try to cut back on the fat where I can which does not change the flavor of a recipe. You can use low-fat cream cheese, mayonnaise and 2% cheddar cheese. I … Continue reading