Sushki are traditional Russian treats served with tea or coffee. They are a crunchy, hard, sweet bread that reminds me of the better-known Biscotti of Italy.
This easy-to-make, semi-homemade, elegant-looking dessert takes just a few minutes of hands-on time with delicious, stunning results.
When I was visiting my friend, Linda, in Tucson earlier this month, she suggested a fun series, The Althea Rose Mysteries, that she has been reading since the first one came out in 2015.
Gruyere Cheese and Apple Cider combine to make a wonderful warm dip. A perfect start to any meal, or a wonderful snack or light dinner.
Cheers!!! We are celebrating the birth of our first grandson, Milan, who was born yesterday morning at 6:45 AM. When we got back from the hospital, Frank made us each a Maple Bourbon Smash to commemorate this momentous day.
March is National Mulled Wine Month. I would have expected this delicious, aromatic delight to be celebrated in the dead of winter, perhaps January or February, but it is a delightful way to welcome in Spring while the chill remains in the air.
In France, Mulled Wine is Vin Chaud, and since it is time for the French Winophiles to gather, I asked the others to join me in celebration. Cheers.......
I enjoyed our Cook the Books Club February/March selection, Miss Eliza's English Kitchen, chosen by Amy of Amy's Cooking Adventures.
Tourshi translates to "sour" or "pickles" and refers to any vegetables preserved in brine. This Tourshi, also called Toorshi or Tourshou, is used as a condiment or side dish.
Start your day off with a smile when you bite into this tangy, sweet blueberry loaf that begins with sourdough discard.
Thin layers of cake sweetened with honey and drenched in a sour cream frosting, this traditional Russian cake is labor-intensive and delicious. It is best made a day before you serve it.
We had a great time in Tucson. The weather was perfect, and the company even better. We spent 5 lovely days catching up with our friends and enjoying the sunshine.
One of my favorite ways to repurpose leftovers is to make quiche. In this case, I had some leftover chicken, half a package of baby spinach, and half a package of mozzarella cheese. The results? A delicious dinner with leftovers for lunch the following day.
Perfect for a Meatless Monday or Lenten Friday Meal, this noodle bowl gets a double punch of protein from peanut butter and silken tofu.
Evidently, what we call a Sheet Pan Dinner, here in the States, is called a Traybake in England. A popular traybake in England includes sausage and plums. I have no idea if this dinner resembles what you would get if you were visiting the UK, but it was well enjoyed here.
We are eagerly awaiting the newest addition to our family. My Marina is due to have her baby boy on March 13, which is also her birthday.
Marissa's guy, Hunter, gifted Frank a bottle of Chocolate Crown Royal for Christmas. We were telling Nicole about it, and she mentioned that it would probably make a great Old Fashioned. She was sooooo right.
These tender Italian Dumplings are made with Ricotta cheese instead of potatoes and then coated in a delicious, comforting, and creamy Mushroom Sauce.
I think that of all the fast-food options available, the one we enjoy most often is Panera. I feel that they offer more nutritious food that is not only quick but also colorful, healthy, and delicious. This Thai Chicken Salad was one of my favorites, but the last time I visited, it was no longer on the menu.
I love sharing wine with you, and since I am visiting France today for our World Wine Travel event celebrating Valentine's Day, I thought I would let you know in French.
Tender crepes filled with a silky, creamy velouté containing chicken, mushrooms, and spinach can be made ahead and refrigerated before baking, if desired.
We are in the middle of a deep freeze here in Michigan. We have been below freezing for the past 23 days here in my area. So when St. Lucia was chosen as our destination this month, my thoughts immediately went to sunshine, beaches, and cocktails......
Greet your Valentine (s) with a cup of coffee or tea and one of these deep chocolate muffins studded with dark chocolate morsels. They will start off the day knowing how much they are loved.
Yesterday morning, we celebrated the life of our dear friend and choir member, Eleanor, who passed to eternal life last week at one hundred and one and a half years old. Eleanor had attended our Christmas choir gathering in December and was still singing with us just 2 weeks ago. She was an amazing lady, and she will be missed.
It's definitely Chili weather here in Michigan, and we have been enjoying a lot of it. This version is made with lean white-meat chicken breast and white beans, flavored with green chiles and cumin. It is scrumptious.
Ribbons of Romaine Lettuce, topped with a delicious Crab Salad, surrounded with fresh, creamy Avocados.
I enjoy cooking and spending time in the kitchen, but somedays I just want something easy like these oven-baked BBQ chicken thighs that take only moments of hands-on time and deliver a delicious dinner with little effort.
When the weather outside is frightful, it's time to head into the kitchen and cook up this delicious, comforting stew that will keep your family warm and content while they wait out the blizzards.
I decided to change things up this year by adding Wild Rice to the soup made with the turkey frame from our holiday dinner.
Our Movies and Munchies group decided to revisit the film, Julie and Julia. Count me in. It's a good movie, it has a ton of food inspiration, and it encourages me to pull out my copy of Mastering the Art of French Cooking by Julia Child.
Warm and Comforting, Beef and Noodles, is a great way to stretch your grocery dollars and feed your family.
Just 5 ingredients and 5 minutes of hands-on time will yield a week's worth of healthy granola bars. Grab one as you walk out of the house to run errands, to recover post-workout, to take on a hike, or to tuck into a lunchbox for a healthy sweet ending.
Just 2 simple ingredients, 5 minutes of time, and 1 wonderful, healthy snack. These Hot Honey Pecans are great by themselves, a wonderful addition to trail mix, or a delicious topping on salads.
This delicious cornbread is baked in a cast-iron skillet, creating a crunchy outer layer with a tender crumb inside.
Who says you can't have your cheeseburger and pizza too? This delicious pizza is topped with a condiment-based sauce, ground beef, and shredded cheese before going into the oven. Top it with your favorite burger add-ons and enjoy.
Fresh Lake Perch, lightly breaded and pan-fried, served atop a creamy, delicious Risotto studded with peas, is popular in the Lake Garda region of Italy, where it is called Risotto al Pesce Persico.
This white wine blend from the Lake Garda region of Italy is smooth, full-bodied, and delicious. I was sent this bottle from Susannah at Vigneto Communications and Avvinare, who was hosting a webinar featuring wines from this region.
Wooooo Doggie....This has been the longest 12 Days of Christmas ever!!! I would much rather spend my holidays celebrating than lying in bed. I am happy to report that I am getting back to life today!
Easy and fun to make, these no-bake cookies are the perfect way to spend the day with those special kiddos in your life.
Happy 9th Day of Christmas!! I'm excited to be awake, showered, and dressed in daytime clothing for the first time since December 26th. I am going to try a cup of coffee, fingers crossed, and while enjoying that cup, I'm going to start thinking about food again.
Today is the day that the Eastern Orthodox Church in Russia celebrates Christmas. Well, actually they follow the Julien calendar that has Christmas Day on January 7th, but festivities began last night and continue until the 7th.
