Looking for a way to use those just-plucked-from-the-garden cherry tomatoes? Or grape tomatoes? Give them a quick roast in the oven and they’ll take center stage in this light summery dish of Toasted Couscous & Roasted Tomato Salad.
snack
homemade raincoast crisp crackers
These copycat Homemade Raincoast Crisp Crackers are absolutely delicious. Loaded with nuts, seeds and fruit. The levels of crunch and flavor are off the chart. Best thing about them …they’re made in your kitchen with the freshest ingredients of your choice.
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condiments
homemade fresh tomato salsa
Fresh Jersey tomatoes. Fresh heirloom tomatoes. Homemade Fresh Tomato Salsa. Just hearing those words makes me think of warmer weather. And al fresco gatherings. But folks ..this can be enjoyed any time of the year.
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condiments
homemade brussels sprouts giardiniera
This Homemade Brussels Sprouts Giardiniera may be just what you need for your next charcuterie board. Or your spread of assorted sandwich fixings.
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cake
epic chocolate celebration cake
This Epic Chocolate Celebration Cake is the official birthday cake in my household. My loved ones request this one to mark each and every special occasion.
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brunch
italian egg wonton cups
Who’s looking for a delicious way to serve eggs to a crowd? Let me show you how to make a batch of the best egg cups you’ve ever had. No kidding. These Italian Egg Wonton Cups really are the best.
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bread
traditional cheese babka with crumb topping
Back in the day, my now-grown children’s Polish grandmother would bring them a freshly baked cheese babka for their annual Easter celebration. Without fail and it was always delicious. Offering this Traditional Cheese Babka with Crumb Topping as my heartfelt attempt to bring that tradition alive again.
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cookies
polish kiffles with plum filling
These Polish Kiffles with Plum Filling are the ultimate nostalgic cookie. Not very sugary but they still taste like a sweet treat. You pretty much can’t stop with just one.
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snack
crispy fried artichoke hearts
You may want to add these Crispy Fried Artichoke Hearts to your next appetizer tray. They’re light and crunchy without being too heavy. Totally irresistible.
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snack
mini dog pretzel bites
Most of you probably recall those crowd-pleasing “pigs-in-a-blanket” that have been around forever. These Mini Dog Pretzel Bites are similar but way better. With a more substantial wrap that is both chewy and salty. An awesome pairing.
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brunch
savory breakfast bread pudding
Most of you may think of bread pudding in terms of sweet desserts. That’s not always the case. This Savory Breakfast Bread Pudding happens to be a delicious strata that’s layered with ham & cheese. And it can be prepared the night before. All around win in my book.
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appetizer
upgraded cheesy dill dip
Planning to kickstart your next gathering by setting out a generous tray of veggies and dip? Give them your best version by including this Upgraded Cheesy Dill Dip.