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TWO Chillable Reds for Spring and Summer Quaffing – This Week on Atlanta and Company!
You are outside grilling up a juicy cheeseburger and enjoying our beautiful Southern spring weather – What’s in your glass? CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE VIDEO Sure, there’s lots of yummy rosé and delicious white wine for warm weather enjoyment. But if you don’t want to...
Roasted Kahala with Brussels Sprouts Slaw
As promised, here’s my first recipe for the fresh Forever Oceans Kahala that I received a few days ago. (You can see my video on my IG profile.) WOW! It was super easy to work with, and it tasted incredibly good with awesome texture and flavor. Don’t be concerned...
Happy National Chocolate Month – Mole Enchiladas!
I had a blast sharing Mole Enchiladas with fun host Christine on 11 Alive's Atlanta and Company this week! Easy, Fast and Fun Mole Sauce topping Enchiladas that you stuff with your favorite ingredients. Click HERE to check out the video! February is the Chocolate...
Celebrate Chocolate Month with an EASY YUMMY FUN Chocolate Truffle!
Just because Valentine's was last week doesn't mean you can't have chocolate - Happy Chocolate Month! Toast to the rich taste of these yummy truffles with a glass of Rosa Regale from Banfi. The Brachetto d'Acqui grape is the perfect partner to chocolate. Deep Dark...
Hot and Spicy Cornbread
In my kitchen, we love hot and spicy food - so each year when the holiday rolls around, I find a way to celebrate. What holiday you ask? Of course its International Hot and Spicy Food Day held on the 16th of January. Here's this year's winner from our hot and spicy...
What is an Aioli – and How to Make One
Aioli means “garlic and oil” in ancient Catalan/Provencal languages – and that’s the two primary ingredients in this lovely, rich sauce. It’s served up in Mediterranean Spain, Southern France - Provence and Southern Italy – Calabria and Sicily. I often see it with as...
Red Lentil and Butternut Squash Soup with Garam Masala Roasted Shrimp and The Golden Wines of Bordeaux
I don’t skip a beat when asked “What should I drink with Indian Food?” My answer to the question, has always been “Off-Dry Riesling”. After attending an online class presented by the Golden Wines of Bordeaux – I have an awesome alternative pairing which makes both the...
Black Baked Beans – An Easy and Flavorful Side!
Baked Beans are a traditional side for tailgates and cook outs, here’s a version made with one of America’s favorite legumes – black beans. I've made this twist on baked beans for about 10 years now - and whenever they are served up, people love them! One of the last...
Atlanta & Co – Super Summer Salads!
Loved appearing on Atlanta & CO today to share some yummy, easy and fun summer salads - using the best of the season's produce! Here's the recipes for the two salads. I hope you enjoy them as much as we do! Thanks for joining me in my kitchen. If you like recipes...
Finger Lakes Riesling Camp – Eugenia by Dr Frank
Some of you may know that I am participating in the Finger Lakes Riesling camp this spring. Wine Camp, doesn’t that sound fun? Wish it could have been in person, but this camp has gone virtual and me and my fellow campers signed on yesterday to enjoy wines with the...
Burger Madness – Three Yummy and Easy Burgers Made without Meat!
Dietician Shayna and Healthy Chef Partyologist Nancy Waldeck collaborate on three burger recipes that rock! Shayna kicks us off with an intro and some cute taste testers! Click HERE to see the Video! Chef Nancy Shows Us the Yummy Mediterranean Inspired Lentil Burgers!...
Thai Style Lettuce Wraps with Three Ingredient Peanut Sauce
If you’re tired of the same old dinner – and takeout is getting expensive and boring – here’s a solution. So Easy, so fast and so delicious – plus dinner always more fun when you make it at the table!
Two Super Easy and Wildly Delicious JAR Salad Dressings
Are you getting tired of the same old dressings - out of the fridge door or delivered? Its time to shake up your taste buds by making these easy and delicious dressings yourself! Why would you want to do this? ONE - You control the ingredients, no soybean oil, veg oil...
Creamy and Delicious Black Bean Hummus
Here’s the easiest ever way to make a quick dip that everyone will love. So easy in fact that you can have the kids help you make it! It makes the most of an avocado by including it in a dip to make the dip creamy and delicious. Let’s face it - a serving of avocado is...
Celebrate Sicily Day Eight: Perfect Sicilian Street Food, Arancini!
Isn't he wonderful? That's our chef in Enna - making his special arancini for us. We loved him and his incredibly scrumptious rice balls! This is a one-of-a-kind experience in Sicily on a Taste and Savor Tour! ...
Celebrate Sicily Day Seven: Sicilian Salad Caponata
You’ll find this type of salad on almost every table in Sicily, everyone has their own recipe. When you see it on a menu, its often called, “caponata siciliana”. My recipe uses roasted veggies, two of which are ubiquitous in Sicily – eggplant and fennel. I’ve included...
Celebrate Sicily Day 6: Pesto alla Trapanese for Dinner!
On the weekend, Mike and I love sharing easy dinners in front of a good movie or binge watching a few of our favorite episodes. I often serve up what I call, a “picky” dinner. That’s a meal that’s full of small things to choose as we want them. This Trapanese Pesto is...
Celebrate Sicily Day Five: Full of Flavor Authentic Sicilian Veggie Pasta!
Did you know that I've been publishing a weekly newsletter for thirteen years? Wow! Can't believe the Friday Four has been around that long. Four things, a Healthy Recipe, a Wine Pairing under $20, a kitchen tip and something to get creative with - thats what gets...
Celebrate Sicily Day Four: Oranges, Almonds and Pistachios, Oh My! Sicilian Marsala Oranges
https://youtu.be/bNtzM_0PEnw This easy and refreshing dessert comes together in snap and will make everyone happy with its bright orange flavor and toasty crunchy nuts! The ingredients in the dessert sing of Sicily. I’ve never seen so many gorgeous oranges! Not only...
Celebrate Sicily Day Three: By Any Other Name – this Cauliflower Gratin is Still Delicious!
https://youtu.be/SjRtiq31xjQ There are hundreds, no thousands of Sicilian recipes for cauliflower – one of the most prolific veggies on the island, as its long growing season lasts at least 5 months. But you might be confused, if after visiting you try to find a...