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Basil, Tomato & Goat Cheese Pizza with a Cauliflower-Mozzarella Crust [Gluten-Free]

By Judy on February 1, 2012 in Cheese, Main Courses, Party Foods, Recipes

The title is a bit long-winded; hopefully you didn’t miss the part about the cauliflower crust. Cauliflower, you say? I do say, and all my husband could say was “mmm” and “this is my favorite way to eat cauliflower.” (He’s not a fan of the white stuff.) He gave it a 9 out of [...]

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Bacon, Leek & Cheddar Mini Quiches: Test Kitchen Tuesday

By Judy on August 23, 2011 in Appetizers & Snacks, Baking, Breakfast, Cheese, Family, Life, Party Foods, Pork & Lamb, Recipes, Test Kitchen Tuesdays

This weekend I am hosting a bridal shower for a friend’s daughter, who is really more like family. Do you know what it’s like having neighbors or friends that have been through thick and thin with you and you consider their kids, your kids? Well, that is what makes this bridal shower so special. I [...]

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Pancetta-Gruyere Burger with Grilled Vidalia Onions

By Judy on July 24, 2011 in Beef, Cheese, Main Courses, Pork & Lamb, Recipes

Pancetta and Gruyere cheese mixed with ground beef from a local butcher deliver a burger worthy of peak grilling season. Lean pancetta infuses savory, juicy flavor without overpowering the beef, while the earthy, distinct flavor of Gruyere brings a rich nuance. A few basic seasonings, toasted bun, grilled Vidalia onions and you are ready to [...]

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Omelets: Perfection is in the Eye of the Beholder (or Taster)

By Judy on July 11, 2011 in Breakfast, Cheese, Chicken & Poultry, French, Fruit & Vegetables, Gluten Free, Main Courses, Recipes

Scanning cookbooks or browsing the web, you find scores of differing opinions about how to cook the perfect omelet—everything from medium heat to high heat, slowly, quickly, non-stick pan, or specialized omelet pan. Regardless the technique you choose, practice will be your greatest teacher. For a little fun, I included an instructional video by Julia [...]

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Garnishing a Meal: More Than Just A Pretty Plate

By Judy on July 7, 2011 in Baking, Beef, Breakfast, Cheese, Chicken & Poultry, Fish & Seafood, Fruit & Vegetables, Main Courses, Miscellaneous, Pork & Lamb, Recipes, Salads, Soups / Stews

So, you have dinner on the table with the last ounce of energy you could muster for the day and the thought comes to you, how I can garnish it? … Uh, hardly. I know, it should be enough to have dinner done every day, but a simple garnish can transform a meal from ho-hum [...]

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Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries [via Nutmeg Nanny]: Feature Fridays

By Judy on July 1, 2011 in Celebrations, Cheese, Dessert, Feature Fridays, Party Foods, Recipes

It is Fourth of July and folks will make some amazing patriotic themed foods this weekend. When this post from Nutmeg Nanny caught my eye last week, I quickly scooped up the recipe for a bridal shower, but then realized a single blueberry on top of this fruity, cheesecake goodness would make a fabulous red, [...]

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Caprese Salad: Thank a Water Buffalo

By Judy on April 28, 2011 in Appetizers & Snacks, Cheese, Gluten Free, Italian, Recipes, Salads

While visiting Italy a few years ago, we marveled at the flavors created by simple, quality ingredients. Caprese Salad was on our list of classic Italian food to savor; it was a memorable part of our trip. Traditionally served as a starter, or appetizer, it can also be a refreshing summertime lunch. With only a [...]

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New York-Style Blueberry Cheesecake: Test Kitchen Tuesday

By Judy on April 26, 2011 in Baking, Cheese, Dessert, Life, Recipes, Sauces & Dressings, Test Kitchen Tuesdays

I have always been more of a cook than a baker, gravitating toward savory over sweet. However, this week is another birthday at our house with a request for New York-Style Blueberry Cheesecake, so that is the focus of Test Kitchen Tuesday this week—I am even purchasing a springform pan to do this! While researching [...]

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Artisan Cheese with Honey & Aged Balsamic

By Judy on March 21, 2011 in Appetizers & Snacks, Celebrations, Cheese, Italian, Party Foods, Recipes, Side Dishes

Simple appetizer, snack, or lunchtime centerpiece, artisan cheese with honey and aged balsamic vinegar always reminds me of Italy. The first time we experienced cheese presented in this way was in Colle Val d’Elsa, a small town in Tuscany, it was just one more thing we fell in love with there. The sweet server in [...]

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Bacon Wrapped Dates with Herbed Goat Cheese

By Judy on February 21, 2011 in Appetizers & Snacks, Cheese, Gluten Free, Party Foods, Recipes

As promised, I am posting the recipes from our Sweetheart Dinner last week. Dinner began with three delicious appetizers; the Bacon Wrapped Dates with Herbed Goat Cheese were scrumptious. Savory herbs blended into tangy goat cheese, stuffed inside sweet dates, and wrapped with bacon for a uniquely sweet, savory, smoky appetizer. Applewood-smoked bacon from our [...]