by Debra Ponzek | Mar 22, 2013 | All, Main Course
When you make this straightforward one-dish cioppino seafood meal, everyone is happy. And best of all, this is great for company. Throw an early spring dinner party! Why not? (p.s. Don’t forget to scroll down for the garlic toasts. Irresistible!) Cioppino with...
by Debra Ponzek | Mar 19, 2013 | All, Main Course
Light, flaky and yet still rich because of the cream, this lemon sole recipe gets a thumbs up from just about everyone. Even my kids. I love the green, earthy flavors of the spinach and mushrooms with the sole. Perfect for early spring. If you want to serve this...
by Debra Ponzek | Mar 3, 2013 | All, Breakfast, Desserts
My apologies! Somehow the eggs were overlooked when we transcribed this recipe from my book, The Family Kitchen. (If you happen to own the book, the recipe is on page 78.) I have reinstated them; 2 large eggs. Again, sorry about that! I know it’s corny, but I...
by Debra Ponzek | Feb 28, 2013 | Uncategorized
photo by Alexandra Grablewski Turtle Brownies The base batter for these brownies is one I have been using for years and I love it because it’s dark, moist and fudgy. You don’t have to make the nutty caramel topping but of course if you like over-the-top desserts...
by Debra Ponzek | Feb 24, 2013 | All, Breakfast, Desserts
My customers love this bread. Who can blame them? Cinnamony, nutty, warm and sweet. Perfect any time of year but somehow I especially like it on a cold morning. It just warms me up for the day to come. I sometimes split the batter into smaller amounts and make...
by Debra Ponzek | Feb 21, 2013 | All, Salads, Side Dishes
I saw some pretty green branches of fresh Brussels sprouts in the supermarket the other day and had to make this salad. One of my favorites! I promise you will be amazed by how good it is. Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad with Apples and Parmesan I’ve served this...
by Debra Ponzek | Feb 18, 2013 | All, Side Dishes, Super Bowl
Try taking these oven baked fries with Parmesan and rosemary from the oven without snatching one or two to eat right away-my kids love these! Oven Baked Fries with Parmesan and Rosemary These are just right with any burgers or try them alongside grilled steak or...
by Debra Ponzek | Feb 14, 2013 | All, Desserts
I can’t let Valentine’s Day pass by without a recipe for something really sinfully good and easy to whip up. These blondies fit the bill, and because I stir some chocolate chips into the batter, they have enough chocolate to qualify for this...
by Debra Ponzek | Feb 9, 2013 | All, Breakfast, Side Dishes
Sure, there are lots of good crunchy granola mixtures out there these days, many from large food companies. Small specialty markets and natural food stores often sell their own signature mixes, too. But let’s face it: Nothing beats homemade. You are going to...
by Mary Goodbody | Jan 31, 2013 | All, Cinco de Mayo, Main Course, Soups
Like me, you may be planning a Super Bowl party this weekend. What better to serve than hot, spicy (but not too spicy) chili? This one, from my last book, The Family Kitchen, is easy and pretty quick. I have a turkey chili in Dinnertime Survival that’s great,...
