Who doesn’t like deviled eggs any way you make them!     I’m taking back everything I ever said about not messing with deviled egg recipes. I once said “leave those creamy, mustardy, traditional eggs alone”. They just want to live out a peaceful existence as a simple side dish, snack, or appetizer that has [...]

Luxuriously smooth……     I would describe this pâté as a luxurious treat. Throw in some cornichons and some thin slices of crostini and you will be delighted with the results. (I forgot the cornichons so my group did not get the tiny little pickles to go with the yummy pate. I’ve eaten and cooked my [...]

Thank you Ina for this recipe.    Puffed pastry is one of those things that is delicious no matter what you put in it.   Last week we were in Chicago visiting our son and his family. I just love seeing the little grandsons, they are so cute; but whose grand-kids are not cute and [...]

I can smell the sea salt already.      We’re going to Florida this summer and I can’t wait to see what all I can find made with sea shells. Call me crazy but I would love to come back with some little sea shell salt and pepper shakers. I remember going to Florida with [...]

A tapas I almost forgot.   Tomato toast two ways.   It has been over two years since we went to Spain and I really think that was one of the most memorable trips we have taken. I love tapas and anything served in small plates; and this Catalan recipe will certainly please. Years ago [...]