This recipe is adapted from Katherine’s Catering Service here in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Her catering company has been around since 1985 (which says only positive things about this catering business) and Gene and I were fortunate to attend many business functions that were catered by her group. She specializes in full service event planning … Continue reading
I love mimosas as they are always a good drink to serve for special occasions and especially during the holidays. I usually serve these for brunch as they add a little festivity to the occasion. I am bringing these delightful, refreshing drinks to Fiesta Friday #46 where Angie @The Novice Gardener is hosting another … Continue reading
Oh my, just making the rub with all of these aromatic smells; garlic, fresh rosemary, lemon and cumin – this is one of the best rubs I have ever used! This is another Weight Watcher’s recipe for any of you lamb lovers who like to indulge in this flavorful meat every once in awhile. My … Continue reading
This is one of my favorite salads with a Raspberry-Maple Dressing. Since the first time I tried this house salad at the Gandy Dancer in Ann Arbor after I graduated from college, (my Dad took the family there to celebrate my Bachelors Degree in Education) to the many times I have made this recipe for … Continue reading
This pie sure was delicious and a great way to use some Red Haven peaches which are locally grown. I have not made many peach desserts as we always ate the peaches fresh with a little cream, as a matter of fact it was one of Gene’s favorite fruits. I could not get enough … Continue reading
Apples, apples and more apples! My entire family likes apple desserts and I have posted a few such as Gene’s Favorite Apple Pie and an Apple Cheese Crisp. Some family members do not like cheese or nuts in their apple desserts but they all love apples. This is my 700th post (actually this is 699 – I … Continue reading
I made these bacon treats a couple of months ago and they were a big hit at a card party. This is a recipe by the team of Patrick and Gina Neely which was mentioned in the March “bacon” issue of the Food Network Magazine. I have changed the directions but the ingredients are the … Continue reading
There are so many good Weight Watcher’s recipes available and this is my third recipe where pasta and broccoli are combined in a “healthy” sauce. Pasta + broccoli + cheese sauce – yes I do like this trio together! I have been using a new pasta called Cavatappi that I like a lot as … 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
I made this cake for Easter last week (along with my chocolate covered Easter Oreos) and it is a good choice to bring to the party over at The Novice Gardener’s Fiesta Friday #13 today. This cake is also perfect to represent the onset of my gardening season of which some bees will play a big part. The … Continue reading