Mark's Must See Movies - The Wrestler
The 2008 drama The Wrestler starred Mickey Rourke as Randy 'The Ram" Robinson. The story of a professional wrestler whose glory days are behind him as he struggles to make ends meet. While he once...
View ArticleMaine Crostata
A Crostata is a traditional Italian desert that is very similar to a pie. An irresistible combo of sweet and flaky pastry filled with various types of fruits and baked until golden brown. For this...
View ArticleStill here!
Hi Readers, Sorry I missed Today and Friday's blog posts. Busy schedule the past few days. See you back here on Wednesday!!
View ArticleOrzo Salad
One of my favorite side dishes to make is my orzo pasta salad. A sweet and tangy dressing with fresh dill tossed with orzo pasta, fresh vegetables, dried cherries, golden raisins, and walnuts. It may...
View ArticleMy new toy - Cuisinart Pro Custom 11 cup Food Processor
A good quality food processor has always been one item lacking on my kitchen counter. Now that I have one, I don't remember what I did without it! Trust me when I say that no kitchen should be without...
View ArticleGreat Movies for Fall - When Harry Met Sallly
"Sally this is Harry Burns. Harry this is Sally Albright." A simple introduction began one of the most complicated relationships ever played out on screen. Billy Crystal (Harry) and Meg Ryan (Sally)...
View ArticleHarvest House Salad with Apple Orchard Vinaigrette
Years ago while I was out to lunch, I saw on the menu that they had a seasonal apple vinaigrette as a choice of dressing for their salads. Of course I had to order it and it was one of the best salad...
View ArticleMy favorite Grown up Grilled Cheese - Cheddar, Apple, and bacon on Sourdough
Who doesn't love a grilled cheese sandwich?? It's one of the first foods we fall in love with as kids and that love affair never really goes away. A grilled cheese doesn't have to be just boring old...
View ArticleMark's Must See Movies - Safety Not Guaranteed
When a strange ad in the classified section of a newspaper advertises someone seeking a partner to travel back in time with - Safety not guaranteed. The ad catches the eye of a writer for a Seattle...
View ArticleButternut Squash Risotto
In the short amount of time that I've been making risotto, it's quickly become one of my favorite meals to prepare and eat. Risotto is an Italian rice dish where the rice is cooked by gradually...
View ArticleTake the Weekend to Enjoy the Season
Stop what you're doing. Those weekend errands and home improvement projects can wait a few days, not like you haven't put them off already. Step outside and take a look around you. Living in the...
View ArticleThe Heat - on DVD and Bluray Tomorrow
In the film The Heat, Sandra Bullock and Mellisa McCarthy star as two polar opposite law enforcers who have to work together to bring a ruthless drug lord to justice. One of the funniest movies I've...
View ArticleSausage, peppers, and onions with Penne
**Back again after technical difficulties kept me from posting**Flavorful Italian Sausage with peppers, onions and pasta tossed together in a garlicy tomato sauce is one of my favorite dishes.Using...
View ArticleQuick Shrimp Scampi
Need a quick dinner idea that doesn't come from the freezer section or from a microwave? Shrimp Scampi is a delicious dish that can be done in under 30 minutes. It's a great meal for a special treat...
View ArticleMy Favorite Movies for Halloween
Happy Halloween week everyone! Though my childhood days of Trick-or-treating are long behind me, I still like to get into the spirit of Halloween and watch some of my favorite scary and Halloween...
View ArticleHaunted Halloween Hummus
Here is a quick and healthy snack for a Halloween movie night that you can whip up in no time. Hummus is super healthy which means we can have a few extra pieces of chocolate and not feel guilty about...
View ArticlePuff Pastry Sheets - Frozen layers of deliciousness
Puff Pastry sheets are gifts from pastry heaven and you'll find them in just about every grocery store's freezer section these days. Making your own puff pastry isn't the easiest thing to do and it's...
View ArticleRosemary Parmesan Puff Pastry bites
Looking for a great finger food to serve at your movie night or your next cocktail party? Puff Pastry sheets with flavorful rosemary and parmesan are quick to assemble, quick to bake, and you and your...
View ArticleA good set of Knives goes a long way
One of your best friends in a kitchen is a good set of cooking knives. Their is nothing more difficult, dangerous, and frustrating than trying to prepare a meal and having work with dull and poorly...
View ArticleJalapeno Popper Panini
A deep fried Jalapeno Popper is almost irresistible to me. Problem is being breaded, deep fried, and filled with cheese I only allow myself to have one or two on very rare occasions. My love for a...
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