by Colleen Jara | Apr 4, 2019 | DESSERTS, THE LATEST
With just three base ingredients, this Champagne flavored sauce will transform ordinary fresh berries or fruit compote into a luscious finish to your mealtime affaire. Easy to prepare, it can be made in 5 minutes and served warm, or pre-made a day ahead and served...
by Colleen Jara | Apr 2, 2019 | DESSERTS, THE LATEST
Classic Chocolate Meringue Easier than they look to make, and naturally gluten free, these pretty little confections/cookies are a popular addition to your buffet table. This recipe is from August Escoffier International Culinary Academy. Ingredients 2...
by Colleen Jara | Mar 28, 2019 | BLOG DU JOUR, DESSERTS, THE LATEST
Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies This is my favorite chocolate chip cookie recipe. Texture is everything, and I love how they are crispy on the outside, and chewy on the inside. More often than not, I end up using leftover dry cereal in place of the oatmeal,...
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 | Apr 17, 2017 | BASICS, THE LATEST
Keep a batch of this very simple dough in the fridge, and you will have beautiful, healthy, homemade, hot out of the oven, dinner rolls, or cinnamon rolls at the ready, at your convenience. All you have to do is shape, proof until double in bulk, and bake....