Jeanne Benedict

Individual Artichoke and Red Pepper Quiche Cakes

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These quiche cakes are basically custards and offer a crustless solution to the classic egg pie. Best of all, you can make these the night before a brunch and reheat when you are ready to serve as per the recipe instructions. I made these for an appearance on the USA Network TV show, “Character Fantasy,” […]

September 24, 2010 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Prosciutto, Potato, and Gruyere Gratin

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This delicious brunch recipe is a terrific “make-ahead” item. You can prep it the night before and cook it the day of the brunch or make it from start to finish 1 day before the meal and simply reheat it when you are ready to serve. I whipped up this tasty gratin as part of […]

September 24, 2010 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Fondant Ravioli and Fettucine Chocolate Cake Dessert

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A “Recipe The Rocks,”  watch this music video where I make a fun dessert by turning fondant into bumble bee ravioli stuffed with chocolate cake ganache and fettucine around chocolate cake “meatballs.”

September 21, 2010 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Cold Mango Ginger Carrot Soup with Green Tea Cream Float and Coconut Caviar

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Some of my blogging friends had posted great step-by-step shots of their adventures in molecular gastronomy or cooking, most notably blogger Mira Uncut. Knowing that I wanted to create something really unique for my husband’s birthday dinner party, I started experimenting, and this delicious cold soup is what I ended up serving. I must say, […]

September 19, 2010 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

20 Holiday Chardonnays!

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I often indulge in a glass of Chardonnay while preparing a holiday meal! These golden beauties are my top picks for holiday Chardonnay, and I invite you to enjoy them for your Thanksgiving meal,  Christmas dinner, or seasonal celebration. This wine list describes the nuances and flavor characteristics of each wine, along with the general […]

September 16, 2010 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Stork Baby Shower

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September 15, 2010 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

DIY 5-Foot Boa Stork for a Baby Shower

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Years ago, I made this DIY Boa Stork at a Women’s Expo and the crowd just loved it! So I’ve expanded the theme into a fabulous Stork Baby Shower with the menu, recipes, and more decor ideas to follow in subsequent posts. The stork stands about 5 feet high and can be used at an […]

September 15, 2010 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Sonoma Valley Family Vacation by Jeanne Benedict (video)

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Jeanne Benedict and family show highlights and ideas for a great Sonoma Valley Family Vacation featuring the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn and Spa, the Napa Valley Wine Train, and Sonoma Plaza with a trip to Ben & Jerry’s and the Charles Creek Vineyard Tasting Room.

September 13, 2010 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

San Diego Family Vacation by Jeanne Benedict (video)

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Jeanne Benedict, lifestyle expert, author, and TV host, shares ideas for families who want an awesome San Diego Family Vacation featuring the Hyatt Regency Mission Bay, Legoland, and Sea World.

September 13, 2010 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Ritz Carlton Marina Del Rey (video)

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From the VIP kid treatment upon arrival to all their luxury ameneties,  families who want a first class vacation for all will find it at the Ritz Carlton Marina Del Rey. You can soak up the sun poolside and enjoy the amazing Southern California attractions and beaches, all just steps from your Marina del Rey hotel room […]

September 13, 2010 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel for the Holidays (video)

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  The Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel is a once in a lifetime family vacation during the holidays or any time of year. From the private beach access that this ocean-front resort has where families can fly a kite or play in the sand and surf to the Santa Story Time and Teddy Bear Tea, this […]

September 13, 2010 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Jeanne’s Tailgating Segment on The TODAY Show (video)

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Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy (If you are viewing this page in Mozilla Firefox and can’t see the the video check it out on Bing Video.) I had such an awesome time with Kathie Lee and Hoda on the TODAY Show sharing all these great tailgating products to […]

September 11, 2010 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Hamburger Cupcakes

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These chocolate cupcakes, dipped in orange chocolate to resemble a bun and garnished with fruit roll-up lettuce and tomatoes, will be a big hit with kids. Try them at a Super Bowl party or a tailgating event. Steps: Bake a batch of chocolate cupcakes, cool, and remove the paper cup. Cut the tops off half […]

September 9, 2010 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Trophy Cupcakes

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Win big by topping chocolate cupcakes with trophies. These are great for a Super Bowl party as well as a celebration to end a local team’s championship sport season. Steps: Bake a batch of chocolate cupcakes and ice them with chocolate frosting. Make a pattern for the cupcake wrap by wrapping white paper (or cardstock) […]

September 9, 2010 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Team Color Cupcakes

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Go gorgeous on the gridiron with cupcakes that have been double-dipped in white chocolate, dollopped with icing, and accented in team colors. Steps: Bake a batch of cupcakes, cool, and remove the paper cup. You’ll need about 1/2 cup of white chocolate Candy Melt chips (available at Michaels or Wilton online) for each cupcake. Melt […]

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