Strawberry Cheesecake Tartlets . . . to which my daughter says, “Mommy, it’s strawberry season!”

A heavenly dish to make with all your leftover easter eggs — deviled eggs without the complexities.

Buffalo Blue Burger with Celery Slaw — think buffalo wings in (buffalo) burger form!

Spicy Valentine’s Day Love Potion!

Fennel and Granny Smith Salad with Blue Cheese . . . seasonal eating at its best.

Sweet cherries, tart cranberries and a nutty crunch on top

Braised Chicken and Chickpeas with Smoked Paprika

What’s in the fridge + pantry = wholesome, healthy meal. White Bean and Kale Ragout with Turnips and Sausage.

Lightened up Chicken Liver Pate

Super-easy, yet surprisingly satisfying, this udon soup comes together–from broth to bowl–in about 20 minutes.

Endive Spears with Roquefort Mousse

Spiced up, lightened up, fall-off-the-bone succulent duck confit

A delicious start to Hanukkah . . . Honey-Drizzled Banana Fritters.

Candied bacon anyone? Enough said.

Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal with Toasted Pecans–like (a healthy) pumpkin pie in a bowl!

Cheryl Sternman Rule reminisces about Thanksgivings past in Eritrea with this lentil soup

Grandma Friese’s Whole Cranberries

Guatemalan Avocado Salad with Arugula and Chile-Lime Dressing — part of Lia’s revamped Thanksgiving Traditions … any new ones for you?

Chex Mix revamped–healthier, tastier and more nourishing all around.

Sweet Potato Puree with Crispy Shallots

Mini Dark Chocolate Puddings with Chocolate Shavings