Shrimp Scampi - A simple scampi recipe with shrimp, wine, and pasta plus the ins and outs of teaching boys to cook.

Hazelnut Haystacks~ Dark chocolate, hazelnuts, nutella, and fried potato sticks might just make this the perfect chocolatey treat.

The Martinez Cocktail~ Sweet vermouth, Old Tom Gin, bitters, and maraschino liqueur make this classic. Might be predecessor of the martini.

Kahlua Cupcakes~ Kahlua and chocolate make the perfect combo in this simple cupcake recipe... Kahlua buttercream takes is over the top!

Chocolate Tart with Mint Mascarpone Cream~ chocolate and mint team up again for this simple and tasty treat with graham cracker crust.

Beef & Spinach Tortellini Soup~ Simple and hearty soup with roast beef, rosemary, spinach, and tortellini.

Peppercorn Clam Chowder~ Our traditional clam chowder recipe with punctuated with the addition of green peppercorns. Hearty soup!

Cardamom Chocolate Pots de Creme~ Rich luscious custard made with fragrant cardamom. Top with fresh cream & pomegranate for amazing dessert.

Smoky Turkey Lentil Soup~ Smoked turkey legs and, fresh vegetables, and lentils make this earthy and hearty. Perfect for a chilly night.

Maple Bacon Oatmeal Cookies~ Soft and chewy oatmeal cookies with crispy edges. Flavor boosted with bacon and real maple syrup. Delicious!

Cinnamon Orange Palmiers~ Ridiculously simple and tasty. These puff pastry treats are loaded w cinnamon and orange zest. Perfect for gifts.

Crispy Pecan Chews~ Thin and crispy cookie that snaps back. Crispy at first becoming chewy. Pecan taste. Almost praline-like.

Double Chocolate Cherry Cookies- Loads of chocolate and tart dried cherries make this cookie rich and delicious. Soft & chewy w crispy edges

Rum Shortbread with Date Filling- Light delicate shortbread get a holiday treatment with dates and nuts and rum. Perfect holiday cookie!

Fall Fruit Parfait w Cashew Cream~ Loads of fall fruit flavor and texture with the addition of easy soft and fluffy cashew cream.

Coffee and Cream Bundt Cake~ Warm coffee flavors meet creamy cream cheese glaze. Perfect for holiday entertaining.

Wild Turkey Buck~ Wild Turkey, ginger ale, and lemon make this cocktail perfect for the holidays.

Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars w Salted Caramel Glaze~ Creamy Fluffy filling with chocolate crust and caramel glaze. So easy and delicious!

Rosemary Gimlet~ Fresh rosemary and lime punctuate this summery, easy to make cocktail. The perfect way to say goodbye to summer.

Watermelon Cooler~ cocktail with the sweet freshness of summer watermelon countered with just the right amount of citrusy lime.

Peach Melba~ Summery peaches top a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a pavlova base. Drizzled w/ raspberry sauce and fresh raspberries, too!

Summer Tomatoes 3 Ways~ Classic Marinara, Roasted Tomato Salsa, and Tomato Jam that can be put away for winter or eaten now!

All the best of the cafeteria classic... crust included.

Whipped Cream Basics~ Basic information on how to make perfect whipped cream at home.

Cardamom Berry Smash~ A little aromatic spice takes this gin & berry cocktail to new heights. Light and summery.