This Roast Beef Crostini recipe is a fabulous appetizer to bring to a party and they are so easy to assemble! The flavor pairings of this Roast Beef Crostini are very satisfying. … Continued

  Roasted Asparagus Parmigiano is my favorite way to prepare and serve fresh Spring asparagus when it is in season.  This technique of cooking asparagus makes a wonderful presentation, plus … Continued

  Roasted Asparagus with Goat Cheese and Bacon Recipe is so easy to make and so delicious!  The saltiness of the bacon is a perfect compliment to the asparagus as … Continued

The original Roasted Beets with Blue Cheese and Pecans recipe are from the recipe files of chef Robert Hammond of Portland, Oregon.  Robert says, “I have had more people tell … Continued

Saffron Risotto or Risotto alla Milanese is a traditional Italian risotto with saffron in it.  To this day, risotto remains the most important staple dish for many people in all … Continued

Savory Herbed Cheesecake has an elegant, crisp Parmesan and rosemary crust which makes a pleasant complimentary flavor. This cheesecake is a good choice for an appetizer for a potluck or party.  It … Continued

    Shaved Artichoke and Parmesan Salad can be served as a first course, or served with cold lamb, beef, or seafood.  In this recipe, your are using the hearts … Continued

Shiitake Pumpkin Ravioli is surprisingly quick and easy to make when you start with prepared pasta dough or wonton wrappers instead of homemade pasta. Of course you can always make homemade … Continued

  Shrimp Caprese Pasta is a delicious dish full of color.  It is one of those restaurant dishes that is easy-to-make and you can put together in under 30 minutes at home.  Give it … Continued

  Shrimp Cream Cheese recipe has got to be the easiest appetizer to make.  No cooking, no mixing, no cutting up – just assemble the ingredients and serve.  What could … Continued

Sloppy Joe Hot Pockets are another interesting and delicious recipe that my youngest daughter put together for her young boys and received happy smiles in return.  Now you ask – … Continued

Smoked Gouda Macaroni and Cheese with Bacon Recipe takes the ordinary Mac and Cheese to a new level of sophisticated comfort food!  Nothing says comfort food quite like this homemade dish.  … Continued

Smoked Salmon Crostini appetizers are easy to make and so delectable!  This delightful smoked salon appetizer pairs smoky salmon with a tangy cheese.  When smoked salmon is paired with seasoned … Continued

This double-boiler technique of cooking polenta produces a soft creamy polenta  without a great deal of hands-on attention.  Use it when you will be in the kitchen attending to other … Continued

  Spicy Bread Salad with Cashews Recipe or Panzanella Salad, is great served with Portuguese Braised Beef Shanks. What is a Panzanella Salad – It is a Tuscan Bread Salad … Continued