Some things are worth it. Be it time, distance or price, some things are just worth the effort. This entry covers all the bases. Get comfortable. I have a lot to say...as does Ole. While we were in California this year on a trip back to Martinelli, one of our favorite … [Read more...] about Creamy Tomato Basil Soup and Basil Grilled Cheese
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Steak au Poivre – The Showstopper
Steak au Poivre is one of those gorgeous meals that fills the house, is showy to make in front of guests and makes you want to curl into the couch after dinner, completely content and satisfied. Tenderloin filets are pan fried and then added to a rich, creamy pepper sauce. … [Read more...] about Steak au Poivre – The Showstopper
Gingered Orange Shortbread and Challenge Dairy
Finally, I share my shortbread for all the world to see. You can just add this to the list of things I have failed or fallen short at recently. It belongs right there next to purchasing pants that actually fit my growing 5-year-old and scrubbing my floor. You see, I made and … [Read more...] about Gingered Orange Shortbread and Challenge Dairy
Peppermint Truffles from Ganache
So, you may have been wondering how much hot chocolate I was going to make with all that ganache the other day. Hot chocolate for everyone! Actually, not really. Hot chocolate for no one. Truffles for everyone...or at least for me. The bonus of making hot chocolate from … [Read more...] about Peppermint Truffles from Ganache
Peppermint Twist Hot Chocolate and Christmas Traditions
I mentioned that the tree had made an appearance at our home not too long ago just the other day. Since the moment it walked in through the door and found a place to rest in the living room, Kola Nut has been asking every. five. minutes. to put the ornaments on. So, naturally, … [Read more...] about Peppermint Twist Hot Chocolate and Christmas Traditions
