Comfort Meat Loaf
Comfort Meat Loaf This old-fashioned meat loaf recipe is my all-time favorite. Nothing fancy. Just good ole' comfort food. 2 cups chopped onion3 cloves finely chopped garlic1/2 cup finely chopped…
Pie Crust – Deb’s Favorite Recipe
Pie Crust Recipe - Deb's Favorite I've made several pie crusts in my lifetime, but this is my go-to recipe. Why? Because it's easier, requires no refrigeration wait time, and…
Mocha Pecan Pie
Mocha Pecan Pie For lovers of pecans, chocolate, and coffee, this decadent pie hits the spot! In my book, "The Essence of Shade," the main character, Shade, shows off her…
Triple-Berry Pie with Crumble Topping
Triple-Berry Pie with Crumble Topping There's a pie company in Michigan called Achatz, and they make the best Michigan Four-Berry pie. This recipe rivals the pie at Achatz and is…
Chicken Piccata with Artichoke Hearts
Chicken Piccata with Artichoke Hearts In my book, "The Essence of Shade", a friend of Shade's serves Chicken Piccata when Shade comes to visit. This is an elegant, light recipe,…
Christmas Cookie Gifts
Every year, I hand out an assortment of Christmas Cookies to my friends and family. I make about 10 different types of cookies with something new each year. The baking…
Chicken Artichoke Spinach Pie
I created this savory pie recipe and entered it into the Pillsbury Bake-Off contest. Although I never heard back from anyone regarding my submission, my family loves this recipe. It's…
Balsamic Roasted Beet Salad
This is the perfect summer salad to make when fresh beets are available in your garden or at the local farmer's market or supermarket. In my book, The Essence of…
Ginger-Garlic Jasmine Rice
There's something about the nutty aroma of Jasmine rice and the sticky texture. It pairs nicely with a stir fry or tastes great on its own. A real keeper! Ginger-Garlic…
Lemon Blueberry Muffins
These buttery streusel-topped muffins are delicious! They are mentioned in my fiction novel, THE ESSENCE OF SHADE, and I wanted to share them with you. The recipe calls for 12 large,…