• And Already it’s July!

    And Already it’s July!

    And already it’s July!  The month of July marks the midway point of the year. It’s also considered a month of fun by many, thanks its major holidays and celebratory focus on ice cream.  If you’re looking for a reason to celebrate anything related to chocolate and ice cream, you’ve landed in the right month,… Continue reading

  • OUR JULY SCHEDULE 

    OUR JULY SCHEDULE 

    FRIDAY, JULY 3RD – 10:AM – 3:00PM  JULY 4TH. – CLOSED  Then we will be CLOSED all week  We will re-open on Monday July 13th at 10:00am  Summer settled in early this year and July promises more of the same…hot and humid. Our grandchildren, who are truly gifts to us, are kept so busy all year with school and… Continue reading

  • POTATO SOUP DUMPLINGS RECIPE

    Makes many a simple soup more exciting! INGREDIENTS: 1 large potato – peeled and grated 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup whole milk Salt & pepper – to taste DIRECTIONS: Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil. DUMPLING DOUGH: In a medium bowl, combine the grated potato, flour, whole milk, salt, and… Continue reading

  • PINEAPPLE BREAD

    A breath of spring in every bite! You will love this soft and juicy Pineapple Bread, filled with crushed pineapple, topped with a delicate pineapple glaze!  Cook Time 50 – 60 minutes PREHEAT OVEN TO 350º GREASE AN 8 X 4-INCH LOAF PAN (or line with parchment paper) INGREDIENTS: ¾ CUPS GRANULATED SUGAR ½ CUP UNSALTED BUTTER – softened 2 EGGS –… Continue reading

  • STRAWBERRY TIRAMISU

    An Italian classic no bake delicious part-perfect dessert This recipe serves 12-16 INGREDIENTS: 4 CUPS STRAWBERRIES chopped 2 TSPS LEMON JUICE – freshly squeezed 2 TBS SUGAR – or more to taste 1 CUP COLD WATER CREAM MIXTURE: 2 LARGE EGGS 2 CUPS MASCARPONE 2 CUPS HEAVY CREAM 5 TBS POWDERED SUGAR – sifted to… Continue reading

  • CRABMEAT STRUDEL

    A delicious strudel with a flavorful crabmeat filling. PREHEAT OVEN TO 375º 1 PKG (17.3 OZ) PUFF PASTRY SHEETS – thawed 1 EGG MIXED WITH 1 TB WATER 8 OZ COLD LUMP CRABMEAT – pasteurized, drained 1-2 TBS LEMON JUICE – freshly squeezed 8 OZ CREAM CHEESE – room temp ¼ CUP MAYONNAISE ½ CUP… Continue reading

  • PASTA SALAD WITH A TWIST

    Caesar Salad Inspired ½ LB DRIED PASTA – Fettuccine, linguine, your favorite             Even short pasta like penne works 4 OIL-PACKED ANCHOVY FILLETS – save 1 Tbs oil ½ CUP SEASONED CROUTONS – chopped or smashed 1 TSP LEMON ZEST – grated 1-2 TBS LEON JUICE – freshly squeezed 1 TB CAPERS – drained, 1Tsp… Continue reading

  • CINNAMON (No Yeast) ROLLS

    Enjoy the delicious treat but skip the work! PREHEAT OVEN TO 350º 9-INCH PIE PAN – sprayed with baker’s spray 2/3 CUP WHOLE MILK 6 TBS BUTTER – unsalted, divided 2 ¼ CUPS FLOUR – all purpose, divided 2 ½ TSP BAKING POWDER 4 TBS SUGAR ¼ TSP SALT ½ CUP LIGHT BROWN SUGAR 2… Continue reading

  • Celebrating 65 Years – Happy Anniversary to Us!

    Celebrating 65 Years – Happy Anniversary to Us!

    COOL WHIP PEACH MELBA and a Lobster Dinner We went to Elbow Beach Surf Club on the beautiful island of Bermuda for our honeymoon. It was nestled on 50 acres with a spectacular ocean view, a private beach of pink sand and pristine gardens throughout.                                                       (I hope we noticed all that beauty!) I do remember… Continue reading

  • CIRIOLE WITH QUICK TOMATO SAUCE

    Ciriole alla ternana con la salsa di pomodoro for 4 people FOR THE SAUCE: 3 ½ CUPS CANNED PLUM TOMATOES –  OR  3 ½ CUPS FRESH TOMATOES – peeled, seeded, and chopped  2 LARGE CLOVES GARLIC – minced 5 TABLESPOONS EXTRA-VIRGIN OLIVE OIL ½ TEASPOON SEA SALT FRESHLY GROUND WHITE OR BLACK PEPPER Ciriole, the… Continue reading