Baked Sweet Yams with Jalapeño Butter and Maple Bacon
The only thing worse than finding a pair of filthy, fermented sports socks under my boys’ beds is cleaning out my oven. Truly. At times it seems I would rather scrub my face with those foul socks than get down... [Read more]
Prosciutto with Cardamom Scented Peas and Purple Carrots
May 13, 2013 by Carlee
Peas and carrots, carrots and peas –put this together with a baked honey ham and you’ve created classic American goodness. For this week, I wanted to take these traditional flavors, put an elegant spin on them and create... [Read more]
California Carne Adobada Street Tacos with Pineapple, Avocado & Bean Salsa
April 8, 2013 by Carlee
Spring sports season has begun at my home which means afterschool is crazy, so I rely on my slow-cooker to put out a scrumptious meal without a lot of hands on time from me. This recipe was inspired by a classic Mexican... [Read more]
Citrus Bliss
March 11, 2013 by Carlee
In Arizona, I grew up surrounded by miles of citrus trees; this time of year always makes me think of the fragrant blossoms that would perfume the perfectly cool evenings with their lovely floral scent. I now live in a cooler... [Read more]
Valentine Meringue Kiss
February 11, 2013 by Carlee
Give your sweetheart a melt- in- your- mouth kiss this Valentine’s Day, a MERINGUE KISS that is. These little darlings are cloud-like perfection with an air of elegance, leaning toward sweet decadence with a hidden chocolate... [Read more]
Overnight Orange Spiced Steel Cut Oats with Pomegranate and Orange-Blossom Honey
January 14, 2013 by Carlee
Imagine waking up in the morning to warm cinnamon wafting in the air, orange and vanilla pulling you out of bed; plus while enjoying a spoonful of this beguiling breakfast, you feel all toasty and good inside knowing it’s... [Read more]
Easy Brioche Doughnuts with Chocolate Orange Ganache Glaze
December 10, 2012 by Carlee
Easy Brioche Doughnuts with Chocolate Orange Ganache Glaze Yep, I said Brioche Doughnuts, a wickedly indulgent treat for your family to enjoy this holiday season. This brioche dough comes together quickly in the mixer, with a... [Read more]
Turn Savory Stuffing from Thanksgiving into Bread Pudding for Brunch
November 12, 2012 by Carlee
Halloween is over and Thanksgiving is on its way! To make your holiday more enjoyable and delectable, I have put together four easy recipes that will hopefully make your Turkey Day and the next day’s leftovers more inspiring... [Read more]
Sweetly-Tart Honey Crisp Applesauce
October 8, 2012 by Carlee
With school in full swing, the cool night air whisking in the Autumn season and apple trees bursting with fruit, this homemade applesauce recipe is an easy and satisfying project on a brisk Fall day. Whether you choose to can... [Read more]
Grilled Summer Squash Salad with Cumin-Lime Vinaigrette
August 13, 2012 by Carlee
In my garden, there is one abundant summer vegetable that brings out the worst in me, makes me think and do the most despicable things. I find myself handing it out ferociously on street corners, skulking through neighborhoods... [Read more]
Caramelized Peach Melba with Raspberry Granita
This is a new textural twist on the classic peach melba that Escoffier created for the Australian opera singer Nellie Melba. I have used all the same flavors, but wanted to experience it in a unique way – classic, hot meets... [Read more]
Tiger Bacon Burgers For Dad!
June 11, 2012 by Carlee
In honor of Father’s Day I wanted to create a recipe that was savory, scrumptious and uber-masculine to satisfy even the most voracious Paul Bunyan in our lives, but also sneak in a few gourmet morsels to make everyone else... [Read more]
Brown Sugar Rubbed Pork Chops with Balsamic, Basil Rhuby-sauce
May 14, 2012 by Carlee
Happy Monday, everyone! I am thrilled to be welcoming Carlee back with us for another amazing recipe that will have your friends BEGGING for the secret! Are you up for trying this amazing pork chop recipe? I know you are! Take... [Read more]
Asparagus and Leek Spring Quiche
April 30, 2012 by Carlee
Happy Monday! And it really will be, I promise you, because we have a fabulous guest writer who is sharing a recipe that looks OUT OF THIS WORLD delicious! The best part? I think that even *I* can make this. Really! Let’s... [Read more]
