by Sandi McKenna |
From the minute I stepped on to Wish Farms’ Misty Organics Blueberry Farm I envisioned making a blueberry compote and lemon ricotta pancakes. The blueberries, plump and juicy were perfect. As we strolled throughout the twenty-acre farm we learned about and... by Sandi McKenna |
There is nothing more satisfying than preparing a special occasion meal for your family and friends. This roasted Certified Angus Beef® brand tenderloin with fresh herb crust and horseradish cream recipe is simple, flavorful and makes for a beautiful presentation.... by Guest Author |
Spaghetti squash can be a healthy alternative to pasta. It helps our optimal cellular function and in the development of new cells. Spaghetti Squash is a pale yellow or orange-yellow gourd, while the intestine is usually filled with pumpkin, while boiling the flesh... by Sandi McKenna |
Breaded chicken breast fillets are a fast and flavorful family friendly dinner fix. I’ve paired it with a mustard caper sauce that was inspired by my travels to Germany where I fell in love with schnitzel. The beauty of a Sanderson Farms thinly sliced,... by Rick Griffin |
Travel is inspiring in so many amazing ways. One of our favorite inspirations comes in the form recreating dishes for family and friends that remind us of destinations we have visited. This all-in-one breakfast dish we’ll call “Eggs Gargano” was... by Rick Griffin |
I could probably eat chicken salad every day. It’s good, it’s healthy, and it’s easy to make. But as someone likes to bite food that bites me back, traditional chicken salad recipes don’t feed my need for heat. So after a bit of experimentation, I finally hit on a... by Guest Author |
Here’s something sure to “shake up” your next party – the Buffalo Chicken Milkshake as seen on 30 Rock. It’s different, it’s easy, it’s quirky and … it’s delicious! Special thanks to our friend Monica Sanford for... by Sandi McKenna |
Disclaimer: I am not a baker. So, when my Salted Caramel Thumbprint Cookies turned out, no one was more surprised than me! #SundaySupper put out the holiday cookie challenge and well you know us, we never met a challenge we wouldn’t try. After all, Midlife... by Sandi McKenna |
I have been a fan of cooking shows for years, since back in the day when I would have to wait for Saturday when public television would air a handful of chefs whipping up their specialties. Fast forward to 2012 and to my utter joy, 24/7 you’ll find cooking show... by |
Chocolate Chip–Cranberry Cookies By Deborah Szekely and Deborah Schneider with Chef Jesús González of La Cocina Que Canta Friday is eagerly anticipated Cookie Day at the Ranch. The lucky staff member who walks around with the basket, handing out cookie bliss, is the... by |
Annette Starbuck, the multi-Award Winning Founder of Goodie Girls and Winner of Food Network’s ‘Cupcake Wars’, has a joyous passion for creating a variety of baked delights. Even though Annette never actually enrolled into any institutional Culinary... by |
Making Burgers at Sea at Guy’s Burger Joint Carnival Cruise Lines conspired with Food Network megastar, Guy Fieri, to open an instantly addictive eatery called Guy’s Burger Joint on the lido deck of the Carnival Sunshine. Though many cruisers just...