Three Cheese Zucchini Tart is easy to make, beautiful to behold, and delicious to taste! It’s made by spreading an awesome cream cheese and Parmesan cheese mixture on a simple no-yeast crust, sprinkling on some Mozzarella cheese, and layering thinly sliced zucchini. Three Cheese Zucchini Tart is perfect for a light dinner, or as an…
Savory Pastry and Pies
Elegant Shrimp Newburg in Puff Pastry Shells
Shrimp Newburg in Puff Pastry Shells is an easy, but elegant entrée for your next dinner party. It is equally elegant for your Mardi Gras feast. The prep time is only 10 minutes and can be done ahead of time. Succulent shrimp in a spicy cream sauce spooned on crispy puff pastry says it all!
Tomato Florentine Quiche (With Video)
Tomato Florentine Quiche is a delicious one-pan meal that’s full of cheesy goodness. It’s a perfect dish for brunch, lunch or a light dinner. Leftovers, if any can be reheated and are just as good the next day.
Fresh Tomato Ricotta Tart in Puff Pastry (with Video)
Fresh Tomato Ricotta Tart is a luscious creamy based tart topped with flavorful garden fresh tomatoes and baked in a flaky puff pastry crust. It’s a snap to make and is an absolutely delicious way to use the bright red tomatoes from your garden. Pair it with a salad for a perfect light dinner during…
Vidalia Onion and Mushroom Quiche
Vidalia Onion and Mushroom Quiche is perfect for brunch, lunch or a light dinner. This savory quiche combines the flavors of the sweet Vidalia onion with earthy mushrooms to produce an amazing dish. It is complimented by nutty Gruyère cheese and baked in a tender and flaky pâte brisée crust. Leftovers, if any, can be reheated…
Make Ahead Spinach Artichoke Tartlets
Spinach Artichoke Tartlets are just in time for your New Year’s Eve appetizer table. The spinach and artichoke mixture comes together in minutes in your food processor and can be made ahead of time. Fill store-bought phyllo shells before your party, pop them into the oven for 15 minutes, and you’re ready to go. Did…
Cheese and Onion Pie
The English are famous for their savory pies, and Cheese and Onion Pie is no exception. Its simple ingredients of tender cooked onions and sharp cheddar cheese encased in a flaky crust create an amazing pie. One taste and you’ll be hooked!
Halloween Ghost Pizza
Halloween Ghost Pizza is the ultimate in simplicity and taste. Its crisp crust is topped with a simple home-made pizza sauce, Parmesan cheese, and Mozzarella cheese, and finished with adorable Mozzarella ghosts. One bite of this classic pizza and you’ll never opt for the store-bought pizza again!
Onion and Mushroom Tart in Puff Pastry
Similar to a Quiche, this Onion and Mushroom Tart in Puff Pastry delivers incredible onion flavor that is accented with savory sautéed mushrooms finished with a splash of Madeira. It’s perfect for a brunch or light dinner. Leftovers, if any, are just as good the next day reheated.
Cornish Style Pasties
Genuine Cornish Pasties (rhymes with”Nasties”) are a meat pie filled with uncooked beef, potatoes, turnip or rutabaga (a.k.a. swede), and onion, seasoned with salt and pepper and made in Cornwall. Typically, the filing is encased in a shortbread type crust. These Cornish Style Pasties differ in that I use pork tenderloin in place of the…
CPK Rosemary Chicken and Potato Pizza
One of Susan’s favorite pizzas is the Rosemary Chicken and Potato Pizza from California Pizza Kitchen. Unfortunately, this pizza has been discontinued in the restaurants. Its recipe, however, is in The California Pizza Kitchen Cookbook.
Cast-Iron Skillet Pizza Margherita
Cast-Iron Skillet Pizza Margherita is the ultimate in simplicity and taste. It’s crisp crust is topped with a simple home-made pizza sauce, parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil. One bite of this classic pizza and you’ll never opt for the store-bought pizza again!