by Debra Ponzek | Oct 18, 2014 | All, Main Course, Soups, Super Bowl
Don’t let the fall go by without trying this at least once. I was surprised by how delicious it was, but it is GREAT! And so seasonal (which I love). My kids are crazy about it. Pumpkin Chili This one took a while to get right but I am as pleased with this chili...
by Debra Ponzek | Oct 10, 2014 | All, Main Course, Soups
I’ve been cooking a lot of vegetarian dishes lately — and loving them! I’ve always been partial to vegetables, but have not crossed over to the other side…yet. Beef stew is one of the major roadblocks on the road to becoming a hardcore...
by Debra Ponzek | Sep 22, 2014 | All, Main Course, Tips for the Kitchen
I get asked the questions like these below all the time. I thought it would be helpful to give my answers and best advice! Hope you agree! 1. The school year is so crazy! What is the best way to prepare for weeknight dinners? Forethought and good organization win the...
by Debra Ponzek | Sep 6, 2014 | All, Appetizers, Side Dishes, Super Bowl
How’s this for a gorgeous hors d’oeuvres? This amazing tomato crostini recipe is so easy and a good dish to make while you can still get farm-ripe tomatoes. Toast the crostini and roast the tomatoes ahead of time. Easy! Assemble when your guests arrive! I don’t have...
by Debra Ponzek | Aug 20, 2014 | All, Main Course
If you’re like me, you probably feel that summer and fresh seafood go hand-in-hand. I’m fortunate to live near an actual coastline, so the clams we get are often straight off the boat, but considering how quickly food is transported these days, you can find fresh,...
by Debra Ponzek | Aug 14, 2014 | All, Appetizers, Side Dishes
When I came up with these fritters, I was very pleased with myself. Zucchini fritters = crispy, tender, mild, pleasing. What’s not to love about these? Plus I love to grill zucchini, which is always a perfect backdrop for stronger flavors. Like smoked salmon and...
by Debra Ponzek | Jul 30, 2014 | All, Salads, Sauces
There’s something about fresh, bright lemon juice and good, fruity olive oil that makes a salad just about sing out loud. This little lemon vinaigrette recipe is one of the easiest and best vinaigrettes in my book, Dinnertime Survival. Try it; you’ll like it. I...
by Debra Ponzek | Jul 29, 2014 | All, Cinco de Mayo, Main Course, Super Bowl
I hope you agree with me that burgers are great on the grill. I love a good beef burger but have become a turkey burger advocate of late, and once you try these turkey burgers, you’ll immediately get why. It will blow you away. Heck, it’ll blow the whole...
by Debra Ponzek | Jul 22, 2014 | All, Main Course
Crab burger? Crab cake? Not much diff, really. But let me tell you: These burgers are G-O-O-D! Best of all for a summertime meal, they are actually better when mixed and formed early in the day when it’s cool, and then left in the ‘fridge until it’s time to cook them....
by Debra Ponzek | Jul 17, 2014 | All, Main Course
I think lamb is one of the best meats for the grill. For some reason, it’s not thought of as readily as beef and pork, but I suggest you wait no longer. Give it a try! You’ll like it as much as I do — and that’s a lot. Grilled Leg of Lamb with...
