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Grandma’s Apple Raspberry Pie
My Grandmother was known for her beautiful homemade apple pie. The crust was always super flaky and packed chock full of sweet apple filling. “Picture perfect” we would call them:) The recipe I am sharing combines a less sweet, but very flaky dough, with a sweet and tart filling that is par cooked to allow for…
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Poached Pear with Jamon Iberico
Start this Thanksgiving meal off with a gorgeous poached pear! These pears look super fancy, but are so simple to prepare. Finish off this sweet dish with a salty compliment of Jamón Ibérico prosciutto from Spain or Jambon de Bayonne French prosciutto and the family will think they have eaten at the finest of restaurants…
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About thoughtfulness
If you have been following my blog over the past few months, you will have heard me rave about Mimi Thorisson and her beautiful french cookbook. Well, it just so happens that the gentleman who writes the culinary and photography blog named “My French Heaven” is very good friends with Mimi. I love when a…
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Spinach Quiche
This Spinach Torta …fancy name for Spinach Quiche, was a huge hit in our house! We all loved it! I think it would make a beautiful addition to your table this holiday. Prepare it the day ahead, and bake just before serving…Simple and delicious!
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Sweetly Braised Brisket
The recipe for this sweetly braised brisket comes from a customer that I was chatting with at the meat market. I love to listen to the different traditions and methods of preparing certain dishes that each and every family uses.
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Smoked Heritage Ham
For the past several years, a smoked ham has been my go-to dish for Easter Sunday. The fact that it is fully cooked and just needs to be heated through has had a lot to do with it…but also it really is delicious when topped with a sweet glaze and served with yummy side dishes.
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Lemon, Almond and Ricotta Torte
This beautiful Lemon Almond Ricotta Torte looks fancy, but is simple to put together. It tastes even better when it has set in the fridge overnight, making it a fabulous choice for a holiday dessert!
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English Sweet Peas with Pearl Onions and Pancetta
Petite peas are a favorite vegetable at our house. Dress them up for the spring holiday by adding some shallots, pearl onions and pancetta… So fancy!
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Apricot Mango Chutney
Simmer up this Sweet and Savory, Apricot Mango Chutney…it will be the perfect accompaniment to your Spring Holiday Meal.
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