If You Like It, Then You Should Have Put An Egg On It…

So, my new thing? Putting eggs on everything. Sandwiches, salads, tortillas, my son’s head… … I said everything. But my most favorite thing to put eggs on has been, pizza. Pick whatever toppings you want, I guarantee you it’s going to taste better if you crack an egg over it before putting it into the … Continue reading »

Sunday Brunch: Baked Eggs Florentine

I don’t know — today was the day, I guess. I’ve been holding onto this recipe for about 6 years now, with no immediate intent on making it. Well, I just ate the hell out of it while watching Season II of Party Down. Perfect combination for a perfect Sunday brunch ! Ingredients (Amounts depend … Continue reading »

Oreo Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies

After bringing in my chocolate Oreo truffles (which I so happily refer to as Alec Baldwin‘s Schweaty Balls) to work, I’ve been challenged to stuff an Oreo into a cookie.  I thought about this for a bit, pulled out my favorite chocolate chip cookie recipe, and decided to give it a go. Impossible? I think … Continue reading »

Broccoli Casserole ala 2011

Totally obsessed with casseroles right now, and I’m going to ride this wave until it stops.  You know why? Cause casseroles are AWESOME! You want to know why they’re awesome? Because they’re cheap, healthy (when I make them), and make plenty of leftovers for lunch the next day. This is a recipe I whipped together … Continue reading »

I just made a snack, you should make it too: Caramel Popcorn

I hit the motherload today. My inspiration? The desire for a snack that I wouldn’t feel guilty about afterwards. Let’s rephrase: A guilty snack that I wouldn’t feel guilty about afterwards.  Specifically, caramel popcorn. Ingredients: 1 bag of microwave popcorn (the plainest, low-fattiest you can find) 1/2 stick of butter 1 cup brown sugar 2 … Continue reading »

Squash Casserole Recipe: v. 2011

Not a huge fan of Claire Robinson as a Food Network TV personality, but after trying her recent recipe for Squash Casserole, I may change my mind. What a treat! I’m becoming a BIG fan of taking old school casseroles, revamping them for our century, and knocking some socks off! Ingredients: • 1 small Vidalia … Continue reading »

Potato Corn Chowder

This recipe is 100% guaranteed vegetarian — and 100% guaranteed DELICIOUS! Enjoy it’s low-fat qualities including: no cream, and no bacon fat. (If you can’t tell, I’m quite proud of this recipe) Ingredients: 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 yellow onion, diced 1 red bell pepper, diced 2 large russet potatoes, diced 1 bag … Continue reading »

Top 5 Favorite Food Network Recipes

Anyone else have relationships with the Food Network personalities? I do, and have been watching the channel from the beginning – giving me some clout to write this piece. These recipes are personal favorites (and recommendations), and have been chosen based on their unique recipes, taste, host presentation, and affordability. #5: The Barefoot Contessa’s (Ina … Continue reading »

Vegetarian Chili

I love making this recipe for people that don’t believe that you can have a good hearty chili without meat. Lies. All lies. This is the perfect dish for introducing soy meats into a carnivore’s diet.  I guarantee you that they will not be able to tell the difference in this recipe — but their … Continue reading »

The Most Requested Holiday Cookie Recipe: Oreo Truffles

The most coveted Holiday recipe, just so happens to also be the easiest, and get this — no baking. You can make these for any Holiday, and decorate them according. Craft stores sell all sorts of flavored/colored chocolates to help. I prefer the traditional ones : chocolate, chocolate, and more chocolate. Ingredients: 1 package of … Continue reading »