Risotto is one of those meals that feel rich and luxurious, but without all the calories of say, a carbonara. In fact, risotto typically does not contain a single dash of cream and only uses a minimal amount of butter and oil.  The luxurious, melt-in…

When you describe something as a “loaf” it tends to throw out an image of something bland, boring and basic.  This loaf is anything but!  Sitting in the same category as banana bread, my Raspberry and Rum Coconut Loaf is sweet, moist and rather decadent.…

Don’t be like me and wait until you are 33 years old to try bacon jam – this stuff is UNBELIEVABLE!  As in “knock-your-socks-off, I’m going to eat it all with a spoon standing up in the kitchen” unbelievable.  The combination of sweet caramelized onion…

1. Start with the big stuff The best way to construct a cheese plate is to start with the chunky bits and build around them. By “chunky bits” I mean the cheese and bowls. By placing these sturdy items first, you are creating a base…

If you know a chocolate fiend, or you are one yourself, this dessert is for you! The cake itself is rich, moist and fudgy, while the frosting is creamy and sweet with the surprise hint of Irish Cream.  Best of all, it is simple to…

I called this recipe “Cheaters Casserole” because it tastes amazing, yet only takes minutes to make.  The key to this recipe is fresh ingredients.  Get your bread on the day, spend a bit extra getting beautiful tomatoes, and make sure your basil is fresh and…

If you have seen my recipe for Gin & Tonic Cupcakes, you will know that I love turning cocktails into cupcakes.  Today’s delicious concoction replicates a Piña Colada, which could be the best drink to ever hit the beach side.   Piña Coladas are a sweet…

I’ve rated the difficulty of this recipe as “moderate” not because of the process (which actually couldn’t be simpler), but because of the ingredient list.  It is rather long and requires a few uncommon elements, such as allspice and nutmeg.  While you may be cautious…

This is the perfect recipe for a hot summers day when you want something quick, fresh and healthy but you’ve become sick of salads.  It takes only a few minutes on the BBQ, leaving your home cool and oven-free.  I like to serve these shrimp…

I don’t know about you, but the term “rum balls” makes me giggle every time I say it!  These tasty treats are typically thought of as a Christmas dessert, but I think they are great any time of the year.  Just replace spiced rum with…