Archive for February, 2010

Savory Hot Spinach & Artichoke Dip

I discovered this recipe from a family friend, and since then, I make it whenever I have friends over. It is by far, one of the most delicious dip recipes I’ve had. It’s hard to believe the recipe is so so easy to make! 1/2 package thawed frozen chopped artichokes (drained and coarsely chopped) 1/2 [...]

Perfect Cobb Salad

This salad is presented so nicely, and looks so delicious,  that it will surely be impressive! Everyone will love it! 1/2 head of romaine, coarsely chopped 6-8 slices of bacon, cooked and chopped 2 ripe avocados, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 6 oz chicken breast, cooked and diced 1 tomato, finely chopped 2 hard-boiled large eggs, [...]

Summer Greek Salad

Chopped greek salads are my favorite! They are so refreshing in the summer and it is so easy to make. It’s always a hit! Make sure you get good feta cheese! 6 Tbsp olive oil 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon fresh chopped garlic 1 Tbsp red wine vinegar  2 Tbsp oregano Salt and freshly ground [...]

Poached Pears with Marsala Wine Sauce

These poached pears are sweet and delicious. They are a great side dish with herbed pork, or can be served as a dessert with ice cream. 4 bosc pears, peeled, stem still attached, 1/4-inch of bottom sliced off so pears can easily sit upright 1 cup dry Marsala wine 1 1/2 Tbsp lemon juice 1/3 cup [...]