Apricot Habañero Salmon Savory Pie

I am truly a spoiled princess 👑 Yes, my family members’ eyes are rolling. They know. The people that love me the most and know me well are keen on just how to indulge me most – they gift me items for which I can craft and create FOR others. Just today I was asked…

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Pancetta Pecan Butter Stuffed Dates

Sometimes you want to make something a little extra special. You might have guests visiting or want to bring something truly exquisite to a holiday get together. Or, maybe you just want to treat yourself. Either way, it’s time to create something exciting, out of the ordinary, and truly delicious! The stuffed date is often…

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Mac N’ Cheeseballs

Who doesn’t love Mac N’ Cheese?The answer is NO ONE!And, cooked into a hot little, crunchy bite, the love affair only becomes more intense. These Mac N’ Cheeseballs are a fun and easy recipe that the kids and guests (and YOU) will all love. It’s super cheesy and absolutely one of my faves. No need…

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Basil Mint Porkloin & Potatoes

It’s no secret that one of my very favorite savory dishes is a perfectly roasted pork tenderloin. And, when it comes to entertaining, it also happens to be one of my specialities. It’s so easy, it’s so tender, it’s so delicious…and this time it’s so full of fresh herbs! Italian Basil and Mint Pork Tenderloin…

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Beef Wellington

Beef Wellington is a preparation of fillet steak coated with pâté and then wrapped in puff pastry and baked. It’s fit for royalty, of course. It’s a special meal – one for you and one for kings and queens, alike. The origin of the name is unclear, with no definite connection to Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke…

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Orange Vanilla Clove Cheesecake Bars

The night I pulled together the Vanilla Fig Rosemary Cheesecake Bars, I was asked to make something just as special for a work function the following Monday. Of course, I obliged. We brainstormed for a few moments – actually, I thought out loud. And then, this happened. Orange Vanilla Clove Cheesecake Bars 1 cup shortbread…

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