Chicken Mole Tostadas with Quick Pickled Red Onions

Mole is a rich simmering sauce that originated in the southern Mexican states; Oaxaca and Puebla. There are many versions of mole specific to different regions and families of Mexico. This is a very simplified version of mole, using only … Continue reading

Watermelon Slices with Tajin

This recipe is so simple that I hesitate to call it a recipe! Instead of sprinkling watermelon with salt, Doc and I use a Hispanic all-purpose seasoning called Tajin. Tajin isn’t salty or spicy. It changes the flavor of the … Continue reading

Lemon Asparagus Pesto and Ricotta Stuffed Shells

Lemon Asparagus Pesto adds fresh asparagus flavor to these stuffed shells. The filling has a hint of lemon in addition to creamy ricotta and asparagus. The shells sit on a bed of marinara sauce and are topped with melted mozzarella … Continue reading

Chicken Cordon Blue

A couple of weeks ago I took a short trip to Florida to escape the cold weather. On my way back I was going through the security checkpoint at the airport.  It was a very small airport and there were … Continue reading

Lemon Sugar Cookies

Lemon Sugar Cookies with Lemon Icing is a family favorite. My close friend, Jayne Long, and I developed this recipe.  Lemon Sugar Cookies with Lemon Icing 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened1 cup granulated sugar1 large egg1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract1 … Continue reading