Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Muffins are rich and delicious–have a glass of milk nearby!

Tomato, Cucumber and White Bean Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette is my new favorite salad. Healthy & delicious.

Simple Lemon Vinaigrette – quick, easy and so delicious

Pasta al Pomodoro – simple to make and tastes wonderful!

Carrot Cake Muffins with Streusel and Glaze

Mushroom and Spinach Quiche with Fontina

Brown Butter Granola with Pecans is a wonderful breakfast, snack or dessert.

Beef Chili with Bacon and Black Beans is hearty, filling, comforting and so delicious!

Strawberry Scones with Vanilla Bean Glaze are perfect for breakfast, brunch, tea or dessert

Garlic Butter Gnocchi with Roasted Mushrooms and Tomatoes

Mediterranean White Bean Soup is vegetarian, healthy, comforting and SO delicious!

Brown Butter Brookies – brownie batter and chocolate chip cookie dough baked together to make this decadent treat!

Baked Brie en Croute (with Honey, Candied Pecans and Cranberries) is a wonderful holiday appetizer.

Marinated Olives are the perfect party snack

Christmas Pretzels dipped in chocolate and covered with sprinkles or crushed candy canes.

Tom Kha – Thai Coconut Soup is rich, creamy and SO DELICIOUS!

Guacamole (Barefoot Contessa’s version) is flavorful, delicious and disappears quickly!

Mixed berry dessert sauce is wonderful on waffles, pancakes, ice cream and cheesecake.

White Chocolate Dipped Peppermint Chocolate Cookies are delicious, decadent and festive for the upcoming Christmas and holiday season.

Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole – Creamy mashed potatoes topped with sharp cheese, bacon bits and green onions.