From Faith: We loved the last carrot juice cocktail our contributor Anthony DeSerio made for us, and that had us wondering what else he might have up his sleeve… in an hour he created a health-conscious twist on the classic Dark & Stormy, combing three juices — carrot, grapefruit, and apple — with light rum and […]
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Earl Grey-Honey Martini: Healthy, Calorie-Friendly
From Faith: In keeping with our recent theme of calorie-friendly cocktails, we asked our frequent contributor Anthony DeSerio for something that could be served hot or cold, and would be health and calorie-friendly; he produced a lovely martini using Earl Grey tea and honey, mixed with vodka, tequila, or gin (around 60 calories per ounce.) This […]
Comfort: Dinner Salad with Goat Cheese Honey Poppers
From Faith — Picture this… a big salad with greens of your choice, dressed with a balsamic vinaigrette and topped with Goat Cheese Honey Poppers; softened goat cheese rolled into balls and mixed with herbs and honey, then pan-fried to a crisp in a little oil. They’re warm and oozy on the inside, offering the tang […]
A Bourbon Cider Sipper for a Night in Front of the Fire
When there’s a chill in the air, put some bourbon in your glass. This cozy cocktail created by Alex Province will delight and relax you and your guests. You’ll want to make this in early autumn when temps dip into the 40s and 50s overnight. And it makes a great pre- or post-Thanksgiving drink, too. […]
Bacon-Cranberry Brussels Sprout Slaw
When Food Schmooze® listener Danielle Padula sent us this one, we started drooling over the ingredients. Crispy bacon, almonds, dried cranberries, orange zest…and it’s all done on the stove-top. Faith’s sister, Sally, just laughs because Faith insists she’s also bringing this to family Thanksgiving. (That would bring her total to 17 dishes.) (Food Schmooze® listener […]
Butternut Squash Agrodolce
We have something different for butternut squash-lovers, and we know there are many seeking something different to do with squash. This Italian treatment adds a bit of sweet and sour taste… Butternut Squash Agrodolce. Think red wine vinegar, mint, and honey. Pure Italian countryside. But here’s what’s fantastic about this dish. Cooking Light Magazine published […]