Author Archives: Marilyn

Orange Nutmeg Date Scones

Posted on November 18, 2015 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. I’ve been on a cooking and baking bender of late – it’s been a culinary extravaganza in my kitchen and I don’t even really know why.  My husband is away for two weeks and I’ve … Continue reading →

Share
Posted in Breads | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Lazy Days Turkey Thighs

Posted on November 11, 2015 by Marilyn

With turkey day right around the corner –I couldn’t help but re-post this delicious turkey wing recipe. A little something different to jazz up your bird. (Originally posted in March 2014) ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ … Continue reading →

Share
Posted in Poultry | Tagged | Leave a comment

Old School Carrot Cake

Posted on November 4, 2015 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. The other day I was in a cleaning frenzy and decided to tackle my cookbook shelves – arranging the books from large to small and determining if any of my very old cookbooks could be gifted, … Continue reading →

Share
Posted in Cakes & Pies | Tagged | Leave a comment

Jamaica – A Heavenly Hibiscus Beverage

Posted on October 28, 2015 by Marilyn

Here’s a repost of a popular recipe … I make it ALL the time and so many friends ask for the recipe. So here it is again! (Originally posted in October 2013) ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ … Continue reading →

Share
Posted in Beverage | Tagged | Leave a comment

Marinated Tuna & Bean Salad

Posted on October 21, 2015 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. I could have titled this “I am sick and tired of winter and our lack of fresh vegetables” salad.   Don’t misunderstand … I’m a lover of all things vegetal, but by the end of winter … Continue reading →

Share
Posted in Salads & Dressings, Vegetables | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

Lentil & Squash Fall Salad

Posted on October 14, 2015 by Marilyn

One of my fave fall salads … originally posted way back in the fall of 2013 … it was too good to keep hidden so here it is again! ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ … Continue reading →

Share
Posted in uncategorized | Leave a comment

Coconut Curry Shrimp

Posted on October 7, 2015 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. So here is an easy weeknight recipe that’s highly versatile!  It’s great for a hot day … somehow curry always tastes perfect when it is blistering hot, and the spiciness of this dish makes me … Continue reading →

Share
Posted in Fish & Seafood, uncategorized | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Granola – Wellington Style

Posted on September 30, 2015 by Marilyn

I can’t help but re-post this one … I make it EVERY month. A few new twists to try: add 1 cup unsweetened, shredded coconut and ½ cup sesame seeds before baking and then 1 cup dry cherries after it’s … Continue reading →

Share
Posted in uncategorized | Leave a comment

Vietnamese-Inspired Salad Bowl

Posted on September 23, 2015 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. “Wow, you hit this out of the park.”  Those were the exact words of my not-so-famous food critic/husband when he began eating this salad recently at lunch.  You shouldn’t lend too much credence to his … Continue reading →

Share
Posted in Salads & Dressings | Tagged | Leave a comment

Bubbie’s Chocolate Macaroons

Posted on September 16, 2015 by Marilyn

In honor of my kids’ beloved Bubbie who passed away this July – I am re-posting this recipe for Chocolate Macaroons. (Originally posted in March 2013) ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ … Continue reading →

Share
Posted in uncategorized | Leave a comment