Monthly Archives: March 2012

Sesame Salmon with Wasabi Mayo

Since it is salmon on the menu, how about some fish humor? Here we go: “To catch a Swedish fish you use a gummy worm.” **groan** Perhaps you want to use The World’s Largest Gummy Worm? Now, seriously, let’s talk … Continue reading

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Caramel Pecan Overnight French Toast

Breakfast is on the stove. I’m glad for that little FYI. Aren’t you? I’m REALLY glad that I found this French Toast recipe. When I have overnight guests I rely on breakfasts that I can put together the night before. … Continue reading

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Coconut Caramel Candy Bars

It’s Friday. I think we would all like to escape. Escape into a pan of these Coconut Caramel Candy Bars. If you like Samoas Cookies, you will love these. A buttery layer studded with toasted coconut is topped with gooey … Continue reading

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Brown Butter Double Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Cookies

Just when I thought I had seen it all. If I had that doll as a child, I would have been scarred for life. She would have been right up there with my other Irrational Fears that I wrote about … Continue reading

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Bacon Swiss Penne

I hate mice, but I LOVE that cartoon. So, let us get talking about Cheeses. Specifically Swiss and Cheddar melted into a cream sauce. I actually listened to the recipe and used 2% milk (I’m usually a full fat kind … Continue reading

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Short And Sweet. Triple Chocolate French Silk Pie Parfaits.

These parfaits are the easiest things in the world to make, yet they look so elegant. You are in charge of how much of each of the ingredients you want in your layers. That is probably the most difficult part … Continue reading

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Sausages With Veg Mash

I saw this yesterday: “Doctor! Doctor! I think I’m addicted to Twitter.” “Sorry, I don’t follow you.” Social Networking humor. Love it. I also love this Grilled Sausage dinner. Parsnips and brussels sprouts put a fresh spin on colcannon. Sausages … Continue reading

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Eggy Bacon Toasts

You know we MUST start this post with this: Love Kevin Bacon. But, Oh Ho…love bacon. This is an easy breakfast to put together. It takes no time at all, yet feels kind of elegant due to the french toast … Continue reading

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Strawberry Crème Fraîche Cheesecake

Do you have 5 minutes to spare? This colorful animated short film is very entertaining. Such a sweet story. If you have 5 more minutes you can whip up this no-bake cheesecake and throw it in the fridge to chill. … Continue reading

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Herb And Mustard Crusted Venison Medallions With Sauté Potatoes

Whenever I get the chance, I run trails. The Ballard Trail in Norwich, VT is my absolute favorite. About one mile in and you feel as though you are running in the middle of some deserted forest. It is peaceful … Continue reading

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