Mushroom & Spinach Eggs Benedict
There are so many ways to experiment with eggs Benedict, and this is my favorite version. The earthy flavors of...

Apple Cinnamon Granola
Granola is a healthier alternative to many snacks and is stored at room temperature. This crunchy treat is great as...

Southwestern Eggs Benedict with Avocado Sauce
I frequently make this spicy spinoff of classic eggs Benedict for my husband, who loves breakfast. I like the heat...

Walnut Butter Spread
This healthy alternative spread will have you making more of your own homemade spreads in just minutes. It's so simple...

Greek Sloppy Joes
Feta is one of my favorite kinds of cheese. It's delish in a burger, but it truly shines in this...

Tomato-Bacon Dip with Focaccia
For a spread with BLT flavor, mix mayo and sour cream, then add bacon and tomato. We use it as...

Sicilian Mac & Cheese
To give our mac and cheese a Sicilian touch, we mix sausage, basil and fennel with three cheeses for an...

Summer Bounty Ratatouille
Make use of your garden's surplus with this comforting dish from the Provence region of France. It's a vegetable dish...

Mushroom Caponata
This is a lovely appetizer when served with crostini, pita bread, bagel chips or crackers. I've also used it as...

Mushroom Pear Melts
I really like mushrooms with cheese. Add pears, broil away and you have got a scrumptious open-faced sandwich. Serve with...

Potato Salad with Kalamata-Hazelnut Vinaigrette
Potato salad tossed with vinaigrette has a lighter taste than traditional mayo versions. I add velvety avocado and hazelnuts for...

Warm Goat Cheese in Marinara
Every family has a recipe they pull out time and again when the gang gathers, and goat cheese warmed in...

Blue Cheese-Apple Strudels
It wouldn't be a family gathering at our house without this favorite strudel. The sweetness from the apples and the...

Marinated Almond-Stuffed Olives
Marinated stuffed olives go over so well with company that I try to keep a batch of them in the...

Pork Banh Mi Wraps
Crunchy veggies and Asian flavors make this a great wrap for summer. You can substitute a baguette for the wrap,...

Touchdown Brat Sliders
It's game time when these mini sausage sliders make an appearance. Two things my husband loves—beer and brats—get stepped up...

Strawberry-Quinoa Spinach Salad
We make quinoa with spinach and strawberries year-round, but it's most fun when we go to the farmers market to...

Glazed Spiced Carrots
Glazed carrots are a classic side dish for all kinds of special occasions. They're the perfect accompaniment for all kinds...

Tomato & Avocado Sandwiches
I'm a vegetarian, and this is a tasty, quick and healthy lunch I could eat for every meal. At my...

Glazed Cornish Hens with Pecan-Rice Stuffing
Cornish hens bake up with a lovely golden brown shine when they are basted with my sweet and tangy glaze....

Shiitake-Chicken Sliders
My husband and I love Asian cuisine. One of our favorite things to order at a Thai restaurant is chicken...

Dulce de Leche French Toast Bake
I'm a big fan of dulce de leche and am always looking for a way to incorporate it into sweet...

Brie Appetizers with Bacon-Plum Jam
Among my friends I'm known as the pork master, because I love to cook just about every cut there is....
Simple Turtle Cheesecake
For an almost instant dessert, I spread homemade ganache and caramel sauce over premade cheesecake. It always makes busy holidays...

Pineapple Shrimp Stir-Fry
I came up with this recipe for a luau-themed party and served it with sliced papaya, mango and avocado. My...

Island Crunch Cheesecake
Inspiring ideas come from many places, and often when we least expect them. I enjoy making cheesecakes for family and...

Grilled Goat Cheese & Arugula Sandwiches
To create a more “grown-up” grilled cheese sandwich, I threw in tangy goat cheese and peppery arugula. I enjoy a...


S’mores Stuffed French Toast
I had a craving for something sweet one morning, but all I had around the house was a handful of...

Mushroom-Avocado Eggs on Toast
Two of my favorites – mushroom and avocado – make a stacked sandwich fancy enough for company or a weekend...