Mediterranean Flatbread Pizza
I love pizza! Who doesn't? Normally, I enjoy a Margherita Pizza or a Flatbread pizza made with simple, healthy ingredients such as tomatoes, mozzarella, and fresh basil. Recently, for a change of pace, I decided to mix things up a
Black Bean, Cheese & Pepper Quesadilla
My family recently gathered on Long Island, New York's Gold Coast, to enjoy a multi-generational reunion. We had a fantastic time boating, visiting the many picturesque vineyards on the North Fork (where I've set my Lavender Hill Cove novels), and
Date & Pecan Salad
I recently attended the 2023 Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival presented by Fantasy Springs Resort Casino. The iconic event, which took place on the Riverside County Fairgrounds in Indio, CA, featured fantastic rides and a variety of entertainment
Nelson DeMille & John Corey’s “Male Chauvanist Pigs in a Blanket”
A friend and #1 NY Times best-selling author Nelson DeMille recently sent me "The Mystery Writers of America Cookbook," which features a favorite recipe of one of Nelson's popular characters, John Corey. John’s recipe is humorously entitled, "Male Chauvinist Pigs
Super Quick Natural Nachos
For a fun appetizer when I’m having guests over for a casual affair, or when my family wants to kick back and enjoy a yummy snack, I’ll make my Super Quick Natural Nachos! Super Quick Natural Nachos
Roasted Potatoes with Cheese, Dill & Dijon
At Thanksgiving and during the holiday season, my family loves to get together and PARTY! Here's a delicious, easy-to-make appetizer to share with your family and friends: Roasted Potatoes with Cheese, Dill & Dijon. Video Brought to you by Jarlsberg
Tomato Basil Bruschetta
Enjoy this tasty appetizer before the "main event"! It's bursting with delicious flavor and it's a fresh and natural beginning to any meal. I love these flavors so much, I have used them in another one of my go-to recipes, Tomato,
Crispy Eggplant with Goat Cheese, Tomato & Basil Appetizer
This Crispy Eggplant appetizer is so elegant and delicious! Serve it as an appetizer before dinner or for lunch with my Simple Side Salad or my Very Green Salad. This recipe is also featured in my first novel, "Lady in the Window"
Pineapple Fruit Salad
While Hawaiian pineapples can be obtained year-round, their peak season is from March through June. This delightful and refreshing pineapple fruit salad is a stunner when you're having a small dinner party. You can serve it as an appetizer or
Chunky Guacamole
[tube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EITGLSE2bXA&list=UUJPpAOfgViyvk4AAkX1pRZA&index=15[/tube] This recipe is a family favorite. It's great for you too! Avocados have a great source of the good fat (monounsaturated) and 60% more potassium than bananas. They are rich in vitamin B as well as E and K. Here's