I received an email from my sister a few weeks ago. All it said was: "Yum." And then there was a link. Because I'm trying to get everyone to try asparagus, I knew it was something I'd be making. You don't like asparagus? That's too bad. You don't know what you're … [Read more...] about Prosciutto-Rolled Asparagus Bundles
Wish I Was There Mediterranean Pasta
I first made this dish several years ago for a ladies' night I was hosting at my house. Instantly a hit, I knew I'd be adding it to my list of favorite easy meals. Adding (or not adding) the meat at the very end makes it vegetarian friendly. There is a lot of dumping from jars … [Read more...] about Wish I Was There Mediterranean Pasta
The Monday Menu: June 22, 2009
On Father's Day: Ole, thank you for being the father to my children. I look forward to another year of parenting with you and can't imagine doing it without you. Thank you for your patience and your rationalization, your love and your tenderness, for the stability and support … [Read more...] about The Monday Menu: June 22, 2009
White Chocolate Raspberry Lady Cake
We don't make birthday cakes very often here. It's not that I myself don't enjoy and appreciate cake. My kids don't. I know, what kid wouldn't want to shove their face in a piece of frosting-covered sweetness? Mine. Now, don't get me wrong. They like the idea of cake. They … [Read more...] about White Chocolate Raspberry Lady Cake
The Monday Menu: June 15, 2009
You know it's your birthday when: A. A new immersion blender shows up at your house B. Your mom shows up with a sewing machine and a car full of FREE plants to plant all around your house and diagram plans from a landscaper as to where to place them C. A growler of beer from a … [Read more...] about The Monday Menu: June 15, 2009