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4th of July Celebrations Star Cookie Pops for Kids

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These sugar cookies bake up like shortbread because of the powdered sugar in the recipe. They are also sturdier than the average sugar cookie, which makes them ideal as a cookie pop! Kids love these cookies with their red and blue fondant stars. I made a batch for a TV show party on a beach […]

June 7, 2011 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Roasted Puttanesca Pasta

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In trying to create a crowd-pleasing pasta that serves many and could work as a warm dish and cold pasta salad, I came up with this recipe, Roasted Puttanesca Pasta. Puttanesca sauce is typically a zesty blend of tomatoes, olives, capers, anchovies, garlic, and spices in an olive oil base. However, much like the Caesar […]

June 6, 2011 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

S’mores Pie

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This easy S’mores Pie no-bake recipe was hands-down the most popular one I shared on my Today Show appearance with Kathie Lee and Hoda. Hoda referred to them as “sweet nachos!” Send me a photo of yourself with this pie if you make it at home and I’ll post it on my blog!   1 (5.9 oz.) box Jello […]

May 13, 2011 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Orso with Caramelized Onions

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Orso, also known as riso and Rosa Marina is a rice shaped pasta. I prefer the lighter, smoother texture of orso to rice with most dishes. And, this recipe is great for dinner parties as you can make it ahead of time, keep covered in the fridge, and then microwave it just before serving. 3 tablespoons butter […]

April 26, 2011 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Artichoke Vichyssoise (Cold Soup)

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Only a few cold soups appeal to me and they are the classics Vichyssoise and Gazpacho. Artichokes brighten up this creamy potato and leek soup making this potage an excellent choice for a hot day. 3 cups coarsely chopped Yukon Gold potatoes, washed, peeled 1 (8 1/2 oz.) can artichoke bottoms, drained, chopped 2 leeks, […]

April 26, 2011 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Broccoli Timbales

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“Drinking cup” is the English translation of the French word “timbale”. Traditional dessert timbales are simply brioche pastry cups filled with a fruity mixture. This version of the timbale, a cup-shaped custard with minced vegetables, is a lovely side dish for elegant meals. This recipe allows for about 12 timbales as guests rarely enjoy just […]

April 26, 2011 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Chicken Roulade Stuffed with Spinach, Mushrooms, and Bacon

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A lovely presentation for a dinner party, chicken breast roulades are stuffed with a blend of delicious ingredients like spinach, mushrooms, bacon, and Parmesan that are sure to tantalize the palates of all your guests. 2 (10 oz.) packages chopped cooked frozen spinach 2 tablespoons butter 1 small clove garlic, minced 2 (10 oz.) packages […]

April 26, 2011 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Baby Red Potatoes with Sour Cream and Caviar

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One of the easiest and most elegant recipes, this classic appetizer of baby red potatoes topped with sour cream and caviar is a great go-to for dinner parties. Top half with the caviar and the remainder with chopped chives for those who prefer the potatoes sans the salty little sea gems. 12 baby red potatoes […]

April 26, 2011 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Pinot Grigio Chicken Piccata

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Veal Piccata is more commonly seen on restaurant menus. However, when trying to please a crowd, especially on the West coast, choose chicken. This delicious dish is prepared a little differently than the usual Piccata recipes to prevent the chicken from drying out and to make this a recipe that you can prepare (almost to […]

April 25, 2011 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Irish Whiskey Balls (no-bake cookies)

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These deliciously soused no-bake cookies are my St. Patrick’s Day version of bourbon balls, both of which I did on the TODAY Show. Here’s the St. Pat’s video clip with guest co-host Olivia Munn sitting in for Kathie Lee Gifford. Munn was hilarious and a tad tipsy from too many balls and brew. 1 cup […]

April 1, 2011 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Christmas Ornament Cupcakes

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My daughter and I made these cupcakes for her school Christmas party. The ideas was inspired by a cupcake from my friend Tammy Massman-Johnson’s book, “Kids in the Holiday Kitchen.” It’s a great book for kids and my daughter flagged just about every page adding her own ideas to the awesome ones in the book! This baking […]

December 17, 2010 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Bourbon Ball No Bake Cookies

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My holiday hostess gift is always boozey cookies. Some times I make them into a Christmas tree (think croquembouche shape using a Stytofoam cone, toothpicks, and the ball cookies) and sometimes I packed them into a sweet little bag with a label urging, “Don’t eat and drive.” Seriously, they pack quite a punch, but they […]

December 17, 2010 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Jeanne’s Holiday Cocktail Segment on the TODAY Show (video)

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Third times a charm! This was my third appearance on the TODAY Show since June, and I feel like a kid on Christmas! Not only did I get to do the “teaser” for my Holiday Cocktail segment with the one and only Donny Deutsch, I was able to experience the magic of Christmas at Rockefeller […]

December 14, 2010 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Frozen Cranberry-Mint Ice Wreath in a Wine Cocktail

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I love it when guests just drop by my home during the holidays, and I always keep a few specialty food and drink items on hand to make things a bit more merry! These Frozen Cranberry-Mint Ice Wreaths are ideal in a wine cocktail, such as this one, which is like a holiday white wine sangria. […]

December 5, 2010 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Homemade Egg Nog with Bourbon-Chocolate Glazed Cookie Ornament Garnish

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Egg nog is the quintessential Christmas tree trimming cocktail! Wether you whip up a batch from scratch using this recipe or pick up store-bought eggnog, add a fun touch like the cookie ornament that I’ve decorated the glass handle with as demonstrated in the Holiday Cocktail segment I did on the TODAY Show with Kathie […]

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