by Colleen Jara | Mar 27, 2019 | BRUNCH, ENTREES AND LUNCHEON, THE LATEST
Savory Spinach Tart This easy Tart really speaks Spinach. I love the fact that you make the crust on the spot, no rolling or pre-baking involved, just push the dough into the mold, add the fillin, and bake. Pre- heat oven to 375 For the pastry 1...
by Colleen Jara | May 29, 2017 | MAIN COURSES, THE LATEST
A favorite of children, and mommies alike. Simple, nutritious, and speedy to make. Macaroni skillet is another, “formula” style recipe. As long as you have the three basic ingredients; meat, pasta and liquid, you will have a one skillet, satisfying...
by Colleen Jara | May 10, 2017 | ENTREES AND LUNCHEON, MAIN COURSES
You can use fresh, but the real beauty in this recipe is what it does for frozen salmon. I like to keep individually frozen, wild salmon in my freezer. It is cost effective, convenient, and good for you, but let’s face it, frozen is not...
by Colleen Jara | Apr 21, 2017 | MAIN COURSES
I can’t imagine why anyone would want to cook fried chicken in their kitchen. It makes such a mess on the stove. That’s what Cast iron skillets and BBQ’s are for. My family loves this lighter version of BBQ chicken, and I...
by Colleen Jara | Apr 18, 2017 | BREAKFAST, BRUNCH
Perfect every time, the Egg Bake is my go to weekend meal for breakfast/brunch. It is more of a formula than a recipe. You plug in the ingredients, depending on what you have on hand. It is adapted from, Favorite Recipes from Our Favorite Cooks, written by Alison...
by Colleen Jara | Mar 8, 2017 | BREAKFAST
Bacon and Green Onion Frittata I am very particular about the bacon I purchase. I only buy the naturally cured artisan, no nitrates, or other chemical preservative type. It is available at most markets. If you really want to go fancy, you can substitute imported...