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I went to an open house at a local wine and cheese shop called Sandy’s Provisions and this was one of the appetizers served. It was so delicious. I asked our host if she would share the recipe. She laughed as she told me how easy it was to make. Brie topped with mango chutney and bacon then heated in the microwave. … Read More
Feature Recipe I really enjoyed the Comfort Food Blog Hop and Link Party this past week. Thanks to my wonderful co-hosts: All Things Beautiful, Kirb Appeal, The Stonybrook House, Hymns and Verses, A Pinerest Addict, Major Hoff Takes a Wife and Texas Cottage. Thanks also to everyone who linked up their favorite recipes to the link party. There were a lot of… Read More
Everyone has a favorite comfort food. You know … the one you want when you are feeling a little down, or sentimental, or just want to take a trip down Memory Lane. This week I am teaming up with seven other bloggers to bring you the Comfort Food Blog Hop and Link Party. We will each be sharing a comfort food… Read More
This is one of those recipes that is super easy, but your guests will think you have mad culinary skills. The secret is using prepared puff pastry dough. You can find it in the freezer section of your grocery store. Of course, you could make your own puff pastry, but then you really would have mad culinary skills. This recipe… Read More
Whenever the woman down the road hangs out her crabmeat sign, we pull in and buy a pound or two. She knows how to pick crabmeat. We have never found pieces of shell. She is that good at it. The blend of crabmeat, cheeses and the zest of the Old Bay Seasoning make this Hot from the oven Crab Dip… Read More
Maine’s official state berry is the wild blueberry. They are smaller than the cultivated type, and have a more intense flavor. They grow on low bushes and thrive in the rocky coastal fields of the Downeast area. The harvest of these sweet and tangy berries is in full swing now, and it looks like it could be a bumper crop. You… Read More
One of our favorite things to do, on the weekends, in the warm weather, is to sit on the front porch overlooking the bay with a refreshing drink and snack. We catch up with each other, watch boats sail in the bay, wave to neighbors, and some days we stay long enough to watch the sunset. It is the best time of day. Because… Read More
This is a great summer party dessert. It can be served with fruit, cookies, or graham crackers. It is so simple to make. Everyone loves it … even my nephew.
This recipe is from my mother-in-law’s golden box of recipes. It is a version of a French Breakfast Muffin, but with a dollop of jam in the center. It tastes just like a fresh jelly donut. There is a little nutmeg in the batter and cinnamon on top. It is a delicious treat when you don’t want the guilt of eating… Read More
This is a light and refreshing spring dessert that is perfect for Easter. It’s a little twist on shortcake with it’s layers of yellow cake, lemon mousse and berries. It is fairly easy to put together since the cake is made from a boxed mix, and the lemon mousse is made from a jar of lemon curd mixed with whipping cream. You… Read More
