Doesn’t this cake look like it belongs in an Italian pastry shop window? The recipe was inspired by the “Obsessive Ricotta Cheesecake” in Gina DePalma’s Dolce Italiano, Desserts from the Babbo Kitchen, one of the best cookbooks I’ve come across in a long, long time. Made with cream cheese, ricotta cheese and a ground almond crust, the cake is a hybrid …
I threw an epic bash on Sunday in honor of my boyfriend. He is modest about his birthday, but I can't seem to control myself when given an excuse to party. This year's theme was a Southern-style crawfish boil, and boy it didn't disappoint.
This is probably the easiest pasta salad recipe in the world. Takes just 15 minutes to make and contains only 4 ingredients! Easy, fast, simple, and perfect for your Fourth of July cookout party or family dinner.
A recipe for a homemade gluten-free vegetarian burger made from quinoa, black beans, corn, and (un)cheese with pepper pico de gallo and avocado dressing.
This twist on traditional onion rings works both for a Super Bowl party or dessert. Try these fried apple rings with some caramel sauce and powdered sugar.
I get compliments on this fruit salad wherever I take it. It is super easy to make and a great dish to bring to a potluck or family party. Kids love it too. Everyone asks what's in the sauce? The secret ingredient is the vanilla pudding mix.
I hope you’re in the mood for something fantastically warm, gooey, comforting, and most of all, fun. We’re right in the heart of football season and who doesn’t love to bring the snack to the party that everyone can’t stop talking about? That’s exactly what this bread is. And more.
This easy gluten free bread recipe is made with heart healthy almond flour. It is great toasted and spread with goat cheese, nut butter or dipped in olive oil.
The "eyeballs" that top our spooky casserole are made from mozzarella cheese and sliced olives. But the cheesy, baked pasta that lies below is a real treat that everyone will enjoy.
Minestrone soup is an Italian classic! This version is made with cannellini beans, chicken stock, cabbage, potato, zucchini, carrots, plum tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese.
A pastry that's French-inspired, party-perfect and dead easy. Serve it as a warm meatless appetizer, or have a slice with a warm bowl of soup for a simple lunch or dinner.
I found this copycat recipe from a website. It is soooo easy and incredibly good! I've made this several times for my family and friends and they just love them. They think these are better than the ones served in the restaurant! I add extra cheese on top (maybe that's the key) ; ) Hope you enjoy!
This is a wonderful fruity mulled apple drink that will warm you inside and out. The recipe from my friend Betty B. who serves it every year at her annual Christmas party. It is one of my children's favorite Christmas traditions.
This week at The Forest Feast, I needed to use up some chard from the nearby farmer's market, so I cooked up a big skillet Tortilla Espanola. This dish is usually made with just potatoes and onions, but I like to add some greens — it becomes almost like a crustless quiche. The addition of the colorful chard lightens the dish a bit, but is still quite filling. I like that this meal is made in a single pan and works well for breakfast, lunch or dinner!
Humitas are savory cakes made from a mixture of freshly ground corn, onion, garlic, cheese, eggs, and cream, which is placed inside corn husks and steamed.
