French Almond Cakes
These little French Almond Cakes are also known as Financiers because the French businessmen in the financial district of Paris helped make them popular. They're easy, but taste rich and moist. Print French Almond Cakes "Financiers" … [Read More...]
Tav on the Ave: Great Bar Fare in Mankato
We have been visiting "The Tav" (Tavern on the Avenue) regularly for over 20 years. It was one of our favorite places to go in college at MSU and as … [Read More...]
Mexican Spoon Bread
In honor of Cinco de Mayo, I present to you my recipe for Mexican Spoon Bread. This custard-like corn dessert is yummy enough to satisfy any sweet … [Read More...]
Bacon Cheddar Beer Bread with Self Rising Flour
One of the reasons I like beer bread is that it is SO easy. It surprises me how costly the prepackaged mixes are! The basic beer bread with … [Read More...]
Shrimp Creole
Shrimp Creole is a flavorful Louisiana recipe that relies on the flavors of the trinity (celery, onion and green pepper) along with Tabasco to give it … [Read More...]
(Better Than) Applebee’s Spinach and Artichoke Dip
(Better Than) Applebee's Spinach and Artichoke Dip I've heard people say they're nuts about the Applebee's Spinach and Artichoke Dip. I'm really not … [Read More...]
Maple Crostini with Brie
I first posted this brie recipe on Mommysavers.com. I was inspired by watching chef Amy Thielen, the host of Food Network's Heartland Table and … [Read More...]
Venison Medallions with Balsamic Reduction
I live in Minnesota: Land of 10,000 lakes and even more hunters. While my own husband enjoys fishing and duck hunting, deer hunting is something … [Read More...]
Black Bean and Corn Salsa
I originally posted this black bean and corn salsa recipe, also known as Cowboy Caviar Salsa, on Mommysavers.com. It's one of my go-to summer … [Read More...]
Shrimp Scampi with Linguine Noodles
Last weekend, I was watching an old episode of Barefoot Contessa and Ina Garten presented her fabulous shrimp scampi recipe. It looked so simple and … [Read More...]
New York City Bites: Minetta Tavern, The Halal Guys and Casellula
When I go to New York City, I'm like a kid in a candy store. There are so many mouth-watering restaurant choices right under my nose that I get … [Read More...]
