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Spice Up the Weekend with Jalapenos and Bacon: Feature Fridays

By Judy on April 20, 2012 in Appetizers & Snacks, Cheese, Feature Fridays, Party Foods, Pork & Lamb, Recipes

There I was, cruising food sites, minding my own business, when these Bacon Wrapped Jalapenos jumped up out of nowhere. You heard me…Bacon…Wrapped…Jalapenos. Look at them; can you imagine better cradles for cream cheese? Or a better way to introduce pork, chilies, and fire? Obvious as it might seem, there is a step-by-step recipe [...]

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Prosciutto-Wrapped Caprese Salad

By Judy on March 6, 2012 in Appetizers & Snacks, Italian, Party Foods, Pork & Lamb, Recipes, Salads

In March, the food world turns its attention to everything green in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day, but for me the focus is on four weddings in the next two months. Since I am involved in three of the bridal showers, ivory and white have overshadowed the green theme. In the midst of planning appetizers [...]

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Emeril’s Turkey Club Casserole: One-Dish of Delicious

By Judy on September 19, 2011 in Chicken & Poultry, Emeril's Sizzling Skillets, Gluten Free, Main Courses, Pork & Lamb, Recipes

I read a plethora of magazines, cookbooks, newspaper articles, and blogs about food, so there has to be some way to keep tabs on what I hope to create in my next kitchen adventure. For cookbooks or magazines, there is always a stack of post-it notes nearby to mark pages. Emeril’s new cookbook, Sizzling Skillets [...]

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Labor Day Eats: Feature Fridays

By Judy on September 2, 2011 in Appetizers & Snacks, Baking, Beef, Chicken & Poultry, Dessert, Feature Fridays, Gluten Free, Life, Party Foods, Pork & Lamb, Recipes, Salads, Side Dishes

Labor Day became a federal holiday 117 years ago, marked by parades and parties recognizing trade and labor organizations. Today, families enjoy one last vacation before school starts, NFL and college football seasons begin, and backyard parties abound. If entertaining or creating a dish for a potluck is on the agenda for this three-day weekend, [...]

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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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Grilled Lamb Loin Chops with Béarnaise Sauce

By Judy on July 30, 2011 in Celebrations, Easter, French, Pork & Lamb, Recipes, Sauces & Dressings

Tender lamb chops cooked over a fire accented with a Bearnaise Sauce turns a Saturday evening into a special occasion every time. Bits of rosemary and garlic cling to the loin chops, roasting along with the meat creating a fragrant, succulent lamb dinner. It is so easy to prepare you’ll wonder why you waited for [...]

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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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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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July 4th BBQ Menu: A Declaration of Flavor

By Judy on June 29, 2011 in Appetizers & Snacks, Dessert, Fruit & Vegetables, Main Courses, Party Foods, Pork & Lamb, Recipes, Salads, Sauces & Dressings, Side Dishes

Before loading the blanket in the car and heading for the annual fireworks and funnel cakes extravaganza, something has to hit the grill for the evening barbecue. Everyone has a favorite that speaks “July 4th backyard barbecue” to them—pasta salad, watermelon, hamburgers, macaroni salad, baked beans, BBQ pork sandwiches, potato salad, steaks, apple pie, and [...]

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Memorial Day BBQ Menu & Recipes

By Judy on May 23, 2011 in Appetizers & Snacks, Baking, Chicken & Poultry, Chocolate, Cookies, Dessert, Fruit & Vegetables, Life, Miscellaneous, Party Foods, Pasta, Pork & Lamb, Recipes, Salads, Sauces & Dressings, Side Dishes

Of course, you can throw the usual burgers and brats on the grill, but if you’re feeding more than a handful of people burgers can be dry or cold before your guests get one on a bun. BBQ Pulled Pork and Pulled Chicken Sandwiches are an ideal choice to feed a crowd. Easily prepared ahead [...]