GOAT CHEESE AND DRIED FRUIT DIP

Close-up baked fruit crumble in white dish

It’s always good to have a great hors d’oeuvre to set out while people begin to gather. This has proven to be a great crowd pleaser and I can just set it out and forget about it. You can even make most of it a day ahead and just leave the baking part for right…

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INDIAN SPICED COD

Roasted cauliflower with creamy sauce and peppers

After having a blow-out weekend of way too much food and wine, I wanted to dial it back for dinner tonight. I always put fish in the “not evil” category, but my husband and I have very different preferences when it comes to fish. I’m not a huge fan of firm white fish—which he likes—but…

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EMPTY THE FRIDGE SALAD

Plate of mixed vegetable hash with greens

If you’ve been following my blog, you might notice a theme that runs through many of my recipes—I hate to waste food. And with the cost of fresh produce skyrocketing, it pains me to have to throw away things that might be a tad close to the edge. My solution—stir fry leftover veggies, throw in…

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SIMPLE SUNDAES

Blueberry parfait with whipped cream on flag napkins

I don’t know about you, but I have a boatload of people coming over for the holiday and I’m running out of time to get things ready. Here’s a really simple idea for dessert that celebrates the day and gives you time to actually enjoy it. INGREDIENTS (Serves 6) 2 pints vanilla ice cream 1…

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