New Year’s Eve is a great time to try a new recipe. We usually have snacks out all night long to help sustain us through midnight. This great spread has made many appearances at our catering events, and will make a great addition to your party table. Ingrediens 8 oz cream cheese 8 oz…
Spinach and Artichoke Cheese Spread
Italian Braised Meatballs with Fettuccini
Thank you for watching the Delicious by Design pilot episode. Here are the written recipes as promised. Red Sauce 2 Tbsp Extra virgin olive oil 1 yellow onion 2 cloves garlic 1 Cup Red Wine 2 Cups Chicken Broth 2 (29oz) Cans ground or Crushed Tomatoes 2 Tbsp Butter 1 Tbsp Tomato Paste 2…
Garlic Pepper Steak Fajitas with Cowboy Caviar and Avocado Mousse
We’ve been on a low-carb kick in our house. My husband and I are trying to lose the last of our pregnancy weight, and this has been one of our favorites. It’s really flavorfull and satisfying. It’s good together, but each of these recipes can also be used in other dishes. The Cowboy Caviar is…
Almond Crusted Cod Fillet
They say every woman ends up marrying a man just like her father. Every passing year reveils the apparent truth of that to me. From the corny jokes my husband tells to his sense of style, I see my husband morphing before my eyes into a man just like the man I grew up with…
“Super Bowl” Super Steak Sandwich
I’m finally getting around to blogging again. I have to say, that I didn’t mean to take such a long break. For those who don’t know, I had a beautiful baby girl back in September. Needless to say it was a very needed and rewarding break. Since I’m just warming up, I think I’ll…
Have an Italian Summer: Sausage with Peppers & Onions
To all of the dedicated bloggers out there; Bravo! I’m only on my second entry and this is really challenging. If you know me, you know that I’m not one to be short on things to talk about, but I really want this blog to be a place for people who want to cook on…
Approachable Gourmet
The concept of Approachable Gourmet has been developing as I grow in my business and in my experience as a cook. Growing up, I honestly didn’t cook much. I ate. I was surrounded by great Italian cooks and as a kid, the notion of cooking for myself was bizarre. Mom made the meals, and…