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–Elsie de Wolfe

SERVINGS: 12 twists INGREDIENTS: 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed Egg wash (1 large egg whisked with 1 tablespoon water) 4 tablespoons grated parmesan, divided 2 teaspoons dried or fresh sage Black pepper Prosciutto INSTRUCTIONS: Preheat oven to 400 F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper. Unfold puff pastry on a floured surface. Brush with […]

Prosciutto Parmesan Puff Pastry Twists

December 28, 2021

SERVINGS: 4 to 6 servings INGREDIENTS: 4 strips bacon, cooked and finely chopped 1/4 cup candied pecans, finely chopped 8 ounce round Brie or Camembert Pinch kosher salt Couple grinds black pepper 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, finely chopped Crostini or crackers, for serving INSTRUCTIONS: Preheat the oven to 350 F. Line a sheet […]

Bacon Pecan Baked Brie

December 13, 2021

SERVINGS: 4 to 6 servings INGREDIENTS: 1 cup canned pumpkin puree 8 ounces goat cheese 4 ounces cream cheese 1/4 cup grated Parmesan 1 tablespoon sage, chopped 1 teaspoon thyme, chopped 1 clove grated garlic 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 1/3 cup shredded mozzarella Crostini, pita chips, or crackers, for serving INSTRUCTIONS: Preheat oven to 400 […]

Baked Pumpkin Goat Cheese

October 7, 2021

Deviled eggs are an icon of outdoor dining. They have a permanent invitation to barbecues and picnics where guests eagerly await their arrival. Now I love a party and it’s a chance for me to cook up some of the dishes I find just perfectly fit for the occasion. But if I’m being honest, I […]

Deviled Egg Salad

July 2, 2020

SERVINGS: 4-8 INGREDIENTS: 2-4 lbs snow crab legs 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning ½ tablespoon minced garlic 1 stick of unsalted butter Salt to taste INSTRUCTIONS: Add water to a large stockpot, enough to cover all of the crab legs, and bring to a boil over high heat. Melt butter on low heat in a […]

Low Boil Snow Crab Legs with Quick Clarified Garlic Butter

January 27, 2016

SERVINGS: 4 INGREDIENTS: 1 pound lean ground chicken 1 head of Boston lettuce 1 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon crunchy peanut butter 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce 1 tablespoon water 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce 2 tablespoons hoisin 1 8-oz can water chestnuts, drained and roughly […]

Healthy Chicken Lettuce Wraps

December 31, 2015

SERVINGS: 4 INGREDIENTS: 1 pound lean ground chicken 1 head of Boston lettuce 1 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon crunchy peanut butter 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce 1 tablespoon water 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce 2 tablespoons hoisin 1 8-oz can water chestnuts, drained and roughly […]

Healthy Chicken Lettuce Wraps

December 31, 2015

SERVINGS: 4 INGREDIENTS: 1 pound lean ground chicken 1 head of Boston lettuce 1 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon crunchy peanut butter 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce 1 tablespoon water 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce 2 tablespoons hoisin 1 8-oz can water chestnuts, drained and roughly […]

Healthy Chicken Lettuce Wraps

December 31, 2015