North american winter recipes

File Gumbo / Chez Helene

The late Chef Austin Leslie left a brilliant legacy of Creole dishes and he helped form my approach to the cuisine of NOLA. I follow no other…

Banana Split Cake

Tasty desert reminiscent of a banana split but much easier to serve.

Overnight Refrigerator Yeast Rolls

Refrigerator yeast rolls are the answer to busy days and holiday dinners. Divide the roll making process into…

Amish Pork Roast w/ apples and sauerkraut (crockpot)

Growing up in Pennsylvania I had the pleasure of being able to go to Lancaster Pa, which was a huge Amish…

Chocolate Chiffon Cake

Chocolate chiffon cake is a light and spongy cake. Goes well with a heavy chocolate ganaché coating.

Pigs in a Blanket

Halloween Party Recipes for Funoween

Here is a great list of what to make for great Spooktacular Fun! Happy HAUNTING! I just love to create…

Skinny Garlic Chicken, Amazingly Easy and Delicious

All you garlic lovers will LOVE this chicken…An instant hit and will have everyone wanting more! As it bakes,…

Beef Fajita Best Marinade

This is fast, simple and super delicious! You should have a very hot (very) cast iron griddle or pan to do this right. I preheat the griddle and…

Old Fashion Chicken Tetrazzini

Chicken Tetrazzini has been around for many years; a good hardy and very nourishing meal for both the small and large family. It was always a…

Strawberry Pretzel Salad

Delicious And Healthy Weight Watchers Friendly Strawberry Pretzel Salad And Only 3 PointsPlus Per Serving.

Chicken, Andouille and Shrimp Gumbo

So as I said in my last posting I am doing a Gumbo. I found out my dear friends from IA actually sort of follow…

Everything Goes Oatmeal Coookies

This is an original recipe. I was making them, years ago, because my children wanted a "loaded" oatmeal cookie…

Herb and Spice Brine Leg of Lamb

This may be one of my best creations yet. There are an array of herbs and spices, most from my own garden,…

Caramilk Brownies