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Dinner in a pumpkin: Halloween fun!
Yes, this pumpkin looks a little scary. Fact is, he’s been roasted whole. I started making “Dinner in a Pumpkin” many years ago when my kids were tiny. Then it became a tradition. My kids think this is what MUST be done before they head out trick or treating. It has become a tradition. I […]
Sweet Onion Tart
September 9, 2011
I have been making these tarts ever since I got back from Italy, where I had several similar concoctions. This is an easy and absolutely delicious appetizer. If you are going to make these for a crowd of more than 6, I would make two. They get gobbled up fast! The base of this tart […]
Homemade Cranberry Sauce
August 30, 2011
Cranberry Sauce This homemade version is so good you may never buy store bought again. It has got a great fall spicy taste; couple that with the oranges and apples and you have an unbeatable combination. We make a double batch and then can the leftovers in tiny bottles to use throughout the year. This […]
Rocky Road
August 30, 2011
I make this every year for my Dad for Christmas. He loves Almonds with chocolate and I guess the marshmallows just add to this obsession! It also seems to travel well, since I generally have to send it to California. I also sent a box of it to my nephew in Afghanistan. Hope it stand […]
Crab Dip
August 30, 2011
Crab Dip This recipe comes from PapaChef’s Mom. It is great served with Triscuits and Wheat Thins. Always a big hit! Something about the layers….the creamy bottom and how all the flavors work together. 11 oz. Cream cheese 2 T Worcestershire sauce 2 T mayonnaise 1 T lemon juice 1 medium onion, chopped VERY […]
Warm Artichoke Dip
August 18, 2011
I LOVE artichoke dip. I just can’t get over the warm, gooey, flavorful mass spread on a cracker. YUM! Here is a recipe I created. 2 14 oz. cans artichoke hearts, rinsed and coarsely chopped 1 c. sour cream (can use lite) 1 c. mayo (I use the Kraft Olive Oil/lite kind) 2 tsp. refrigerated […]
Recipes for Fairy Day
August 16, 2011
What is Fairy day, you ask? On the Spring Equinox, you are supposed to make Fairy Houses and leave them outside for the fairies. If they like your offering they will leave a treat! The best way to celebrate Fairy Day is to […]
Christmas Morning and baked Sausages
August 15, 2011
This is our Christmas Morning Routine: Kids have to stay in their room until they hear the “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” played at full volume from the kitchen. We’ll have none of that ridiculous wake up at dawn kinda stuff! Yuck! We usually get up between eight and nine. Sometimes the […]
Eggnog French Toast
August 15, 2011
Hmmm…..this really isn’t a recipe either. Do people have recipes for french toast? Here is what we do: Start with 6 or 7 eggs. Crack into a shallow pan and beat well. Add about 1 to 1 1/2 c. eggnog and combine. You could also sprinkle a bit of nutmeg or even add extra rum […]
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There is nothing better than sharing a delicious meal with friends and family. Let me know what you think of the recipes. I love comments and would love to hear of any modifications you make. Thanks for stopping by!
My Travel Blog
- The Power of the Pass: Paris Edition September 16, 2022I’ve been to Paris four times before. Each time, they were quick trips–less than a week. It was all about seeing as much of the major sights as possible. The days were long, we pounded the cobblestones like crazy, and we stayed in budget hotels (with the exception of our 30 year anniversary–we stayed in …Damommachef
- Abstraction as a Window to the Divine September 5, 2022Churches in Europe are part historical monument, part art, part functional worship space, and part tourist attraction. My daughter Ellie keeps saying “I’ll go into any church,” and I couldn’t agree more. If they’ll let me in, I wanna take a look. We’ve been tracking down a number of churches off the beaten path (well, …Damommachef
Damommachef Cooks 
October 31, 2011
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