I have been trying to come up with healthier choice appetizers lately. After rummaging through what I had on hand in my fridge and pantry, I decided to come up with a mini version of stuffed peppers to share at the latest “Winer’s” and “Girls Smut Night” (aka, Bachelor night) gatherings! I thought these would […]
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Sausage Bread
Several years ago, while visiting our friend Kevin out in California, we prepared “Sausage Bread” together for a snack with our wine! He and his family had been cooking it for years and had found the original recipe in an old “Vincent Price” cook book. I have prepared the bread numerous times and base this […]
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As part of our recent Beau Vigne Wine Dinner at the house, the third course included these small pork bite patties. Although by the time Bill and I shaped them, they were a more like a “slider” size and not so small! These were served along side of some Potato strudel squares, which the recipe […]
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I was pleased when I finally found Gruyère Cheese at my local Costco! Their prices are great and I find that I spend almost the same amount of money on a large chunk of cheese as I would a small wedge at the local grocery store. I often purchase large packages of cheese, cut them […]
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We enjoy eating shrimp pretty often around our house. After dining out recently I was inspired to try preparing the shrimp a bit different at home after a look and taste of Bill’s meal. He had ordered Garlic Shrimp “Oreganata”, which included oven roasted shrimp in a breadcrumb crust. It was served with Capellini pasta […]
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