• THE MAGNIFICENT ANGEL OAK

    THE MAGNIFICENT ANGEL OAK

    I had read a few stories about this famous tree and so while we are now on vacation on Isle of Palms, our daughter offered to take us to see it. It certainly was a treasure to see and one not to be missed. On Johns Island in Charleston is where you will find what… Continue reading

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  • Baked Shrimp Scampi

    Baked Shrimp Scampi

    While we are here at Wild Dunes fish is fresh and plentiful, so  even though Andrea and Erica were responsible for last night’s  dinner which was a Mexican surprise, we manage a little shrimp too. BAKED SHRIMP SCAMPI PREHEAT OVEN TO 425º 2 LBS RAW SHRIMP – peeled, deveined (medium to large) 1 CUP BUTTER… Continue reading

  • 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, where you’ll find multiple… Continue reading

  • Crumb Buns at the Beach

    Crumb Buns at the Beach

    IT’S SUNDAY AT THE BEACH and somethings never change! Sunday morning breakfasts were always a big deal when our children were growing up. After church there was usually a trip to the bakery and there they would buy Italian bread for dinner and crusty rolls and some sweet buns for dessert. Once home Charlie would… Continue reading

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  • Upside Down Baked Fettuccine

    Upside Down Baked Fettuccine

    This is a great dish to serve for company as it is not only delicious but usually surprises them. 1 LB FETTUCCINE4 TBS BUTTER – unsalted, cut in slices 1/3 CUP PARMESAN CHEESE  ¼ CUP LEMON JUICE and ZEST – freshly squeezed SALT – for water 1 CUP HEAVY CREAM 1 LB FONTINA – cut… Continue reading

  • The Beach is Calling

    The Beach is Calling

    Dear Friends and Valued Customers, Our chairs and umbrellas are waiting for us at the beach. Everyone is anxious for our annual beach vacation. Most of the grandchildren have grown and some are growing up much to fast. And now, we have great grandchildren! So, for 1 glorious fun filled week all 20 of us… Continue reading

  • MY DAD AND WHY I LOVE BASEBALL

    MY DAD AND WHY I LOVE BASEBALL

    And a delicious Father’s Day Dinner I’ve been a baseball fan since I was in grade school and maybe even before that, but I do remember telling my first-grade teacher, Sister Michael, that I had been to a baseball game that previous Sunday and that was why I had a suntan, probably a sunburn! My… Continue reading

  • Today is Flag Day & Try These Patriotic Whoopie Pies

    Today is Flag Day & Try These Patriotic Whoopie Pies

    TODAY IS FLAG DAY and here are some interesting facts.       And a recipe for a patriotic cake. The American flag is a symbol of freedom and liberty to which Americans recite the pledge of allegiance. The flag’s 13 alternating red and white stripes represent the 13 original colonies.  The 50 white stars on a blue field represent… Continue reading

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  • Creamy Cajun Linguine

    Creamy Cajun Linguine

    A Simply delicious, spicy recipe for two. ½ LB LINGUINE 3 TBS BUTTER 1 ½ TBS GARLIC – MINCED 1 SMALL SHALLOT – minced 1 TB CAJUN SEASONINGS – or to taste 1/4 CUP WHITE WINE 1 TB LEMON JUICE – freshly squeezed 1/3 HEAVY CREAM 1/3 CUP HALF AND HALF CHOPPED CHIVES – for… Continue reading

  • Lemon Crumb Pie (Crostata al Limone)

    Lemon Crumb Pie (Crostata al Limone)

    A perfect warm weather dessert, 2 CUPS GRAHAM CRACKER CRUMBS ½ CUP BUTTER – melted ½ CUP GROUND ALMONDS ½ CUP HEAVY CREAM 1 ½ CUPS MASCARPONE CHEESE ½ CUP SUGAR 1/3 CUP GREEK YOGURT – not low-fat ½ TBS FRESHLY SQUEEZED LEMON JUICE   ZEST OF ONE LEMON Crumb Crust: Combine the cookie crumbs, butter… Continue reading