This Arugula Basil Chive Pesto has a wonderful fresh quality to it.  The arugula and chives give this pesto a slight spiciness while the basil adds a touch of floralness.  I…

This cheese board is chocked full of goodness!  It consists of three types of Gouda, coconut,  honey and original.  I threw in a Manchego for a hard cheese and a…

I just love this spread!  It makes a great dessert by spreading it on to a crostinis and drizzling it with maple syrup. It’s also especially great accompanying a cheese plate.…

Sandbakkles are a Scandinavian shortbread that are made in little tin molds.  They are very versatile, as you can eat them as they are (my favorite way) or fill them…

The flavors of this Roasted Habanero Manchego Pesto are phenomenal and it is one of my favorites.  It only has a small amount of habanero and is mostly manchego and walnuts making…

This is a different take on the classic split pea soup that you will love!  It is a bit spicy and slightly smoky from the chipotle hot sauce and is…

The combination of flavors in this simple Persimmon Caprese Salad with Balsamic Reduction is outstanding!  It is the perfect appetizer and it’s even great for dessert.  It is wonderful with…

This Caprese Black Rice Casserole is very easy to prepare and is extremely flavorful to boot!  The black rice adds a nice hearty, healthy nuttiness to the dish.  The tomato…

This Meyer Lemon Basil Pesto is bursting with flavor.  It is refreshing from lemon zestiness, salty from the Asiago and a bit floral from the basil. You might think I am strange, but…

 This is a wonderful appetizer all by itself or served with a crostini and cheese platter. Black mission figs are at the end of their season and I can’t resist coming up with…