Month: November 2009

Pomegranate Goat Cheese Tarts on a square plate surrounded by autumn leaves.

Pomegranate Goat Cheese Gems

Wouldn’t you like to try a mini cheese tart topped with a dusting of nutmeg and crowned with a spoonful of pomegranate arils? Delicate, sweet and savory, with a complex bouquet of spices, Pomegranate Goat Cheese Gems make a festive appetizer that delivers a luscious abundance of flavor in one pretty little bite-sized gem.

Walk & Knock

Seasons of Abundance Ahhh! Cooks around the country breathe a satisfied sigh of relief. Another Thanksgiving is under our belts…. in more ways than one. Thankful for our blessings we have feasted and now take a moment to smile before sliding into the next season of giving. This Thanksgiving my […]

Cranberry Cheesecake Spread with Cranberry Sauce on top and a garnish of pecans, viewed from above.

Cranberry Cheesecake Spread

This small, slightly sweet, crustless cheesecake is topped with cranberry relish and studded with pecans. Serve it with sweet wheat crackers, gingersnaps or sugar cookies for a pretty holiday appetizer or light dessert.

A Serving of Southern Style Green Beans with bits of ham.

Southern Style Green Beans

While they take their own sweet thyme getting ready, the wonderful old-fashioned flavor of Southern Style Green Beans is worth the wait. Just put them on early and let them simmer slowly on the back of the stove. They are quite simple to put together and they go with almost everything.

Chocolate Hazelnut Cheesecake Spread

Chocolate Hazelnut Cheesecake Spread

Is it possible for chocolate to be out of season? Chocolate has become such a common favorite it is hard to think so. Yet late in the summer, when the temperature soars, I find myself using it sparingly. Maybe I add some chocolate chips here and there but densely rich […]

A golden skinned Thanksgiving turkey entree roasted to perfection.

The Perfect Thanksgiving Turkey

My advice this Thanksgiving is to keep it simple… and relax. All will be well. Serve the dishes your family cherishes. Eat them with joy. And, above all, remember to offer thanks for the special blessings you have gathered around your table!

Looking into a Smoky Blue Cheesecake with Hazelnut Pear Topping that has one slice taken.

Smokey Blue Cheesecake

Blue cheese crumbles bring a sharp salty contrast and earthy complexity to this creamy cheesecake. Pair it with the spicy-sweet tones of Hazelnut Pear Flambé to create an inviting dessert experience.