Black Bear Crumble Bars

When Doc and I travel we stop at roadside produce markets to buy fresh fruit, vegetables and preserves. One of the preserves we buy is called black bear preserves. It is a mixture of berries that black bears love. In this … Continue reading

Garlic Parmesan Butter Chicken Skewers

Chicken skewers baked in Garlic Parmesan Romano Butter. As the chicken roasts, the outside turns golden brown but the inside stays juicy and moist.  Garlic Parmesan Butter Chicken Skewers6 wood skewers soaked in water for 30 minutesChicken Seasoning (recipe follows)Garlic … Continue reading

Napa Valley Deviled Eggs

Napa Valley Deviled Eggs 6 hard-boiled eggs4 tablespoons full fat mayonnaise1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1/8 teaspoon kosher salt1 and 1/2 tablespoons drained sweet pickle relish2 tablespoons celery, 1/4-inch dice Place 6 eggs in a single layer in a large stockpot. Fill … Continue reading

Quick Pickles

marydukecooks.com Quick Pickles In the summer when cucumbers are bountiful try this recipe for quick pickles. I use English cucumbers because they don’t have as many seeds as other cucumber varieties but feel free to use whatever type of cucumber … Continue reading

Turkey Submarine Sandwich with Red Pepper Pesto

Just in time for picnics, camping, boating, or hiking these sandwiches are sure to please. Using roasted turkey instead of deli meat takes these sandwiches up a notch! Turkey Submarine Sandwich with Red Pepper Pesto Turkey 1 (3-4 pound) bone … Continue reading

Bacon Cheddar Burgers

Sometimes Doc and I will cook a pound of bacon on the weekends and make these juicy Bacon Cheddar Burgers. We refrigerate any leftover bacon and re-heat it later for bacon, lettuce and tomato sandwiches. Bacon Cheddar Burgers 1 and … Continue reading

Rosemary Potatoes and Onions

marydukecooks.com Doc and I enjoy roasted Rosemary Potatoes and Onions at least once a week for dinner. The dish is easy to prepare. While you work on the rest of your dinner, the potatoes roast in the oven. If you … Continue reading

Spring Salad with Strawberry Balsamic Vinaigrette

Strawberry season is my favorite time of year! This salad is just bursting with flavor. Spring Salad with Strawberry Balsamic Vinaigrette 4 cups spring salad mix 20 strawberries, washed and dried 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese 1/3 cup chopped pecans … Continue reading

Rhubarb Strawberry Upside Down Cake

This is a gorgeous cake! It makes just enough to eat after dinner. The strawberries and rhubarb have just the right amount of sweetness and sauce. The cake is the perfect thickness to get equal amounts of topping and cake … Continue reading

Barbecue Chicken Sandwiches with Marinated Coleslaw

I’m always on the lookout for a new recipe for all you working moms whose kids are busy with after school activities and sports. Sometimes after a busy day, it is easier to eat at home than to go out … Continue reading