Pumpkin Bread Pudding with Creme Anglaise, Caramel Sauce, Cranberry Compote and Toasted Pecans

This is a very decadent dessert. Sometimes when entertaining for family or friends I like to make something that is over the top! I know this looks complicated but really isn’t. Each component can be made days in advance. For … Continue reading

Chicken and Dressing Casserole

1 and 1/2 pounds chicken breasts10 and 1/2 ounces cream of celery soup10 and 1/2 ounces cream of chicken soup8 ounces sour cream1/2 cup unsalted butter, divided1 cup diced onion1 cup diced celery1/2 cup fresh Italian parsley, chopped (optional)32 ounces … Continue reading

Firecrackers

These spicy crackers are a great appetizer for a party. They pair perfectly with adult beverages. Be careful, they are habit forming! Firecrackers 1 tablespoon Mexican hot chili powder2 tablespoons red chili flakes1/2 cup canola oil1 ounce envelope ranch salad … Continue reading

Salsa

Doc and I love Mexican food. Chips and salsa are our favorite.You won’t believe how easy salsa is to make! Salsa28 ounce can whole tomatoes with juice7 ounces pickled jalapeño nacho slices, drained and juice reserved1 tablespoon juice from pickled … Continue reading

S’mores Ball Spooky Skull

Delight your family with a spooky treat this Halloween. Dip graham cracker sticks and apple slices into this S’mores flavored peanut butter cream cheese ball shaped and decorated like a spooky skull!  S’mores Ball Spooky Skull8 ounces full fat cream … Continue reading

Polynesian Crunch Coleslaw

Polynesian crunchy coleslaw gets its crunchiness from toasted ramen noodles and almonds. The pineapple and edamame add another layer of flavor. Honey in the vinaigrette balances the smokiness of the sesame oil, the sharpness of the rice vinegar, and the … Continue reading

Caprese Salad with Basil Oil

marydukecooks.com                     Caprese Salad with Basil Oil Caprese salad is one of the simplest salads to make. Garden or heirloom tomatoes, mozzarella, olive oil, balsamic vinegar and fresh basil are the … Continue reading

Apple, Cranberry, Feta, and Toasted Pecan Salad with Apple Cider vinaigrette

This salad comes together in about 15 minutes. It is a family seasonal favorite using apple cider. I love the mixture of crunchy, sweet, and savory from the toasted pecans, lettuce, cranberries, and feta. Apple, Cranberry, Feta and Toasted Pecan … Continue reading

Apple Cider Doughnut Bread

marydukecooks.com Apple Cider Doughnut Bread Apple Cider Doughnut Bread has all the flavor of apple cider doughnuts without the hassle of frying. Adapted from Bon Appetit, this moist bread with its doughnut cinnamon sugar crunch is a winner! Enjoy! Apple … Continue reading