Normally, I focus on cookies during Christmas time, but after enjoying a sliver (well, actually two) of this fabulous cake at my daughter’s home a couple weekends ago, I just had to share the recipe with all of you. For quite some time, my favorite cake of Shannon’s has been her summery lemon-blueberry cake, but […]
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Cooking at the Cove: Versatile holiday snacks
Are you planning a holiday open house, throwing an impromptu party for a few friends or just want primo snackage on hand? This celebratory fare is what I depend on to see me through. Once you taste this warm , creamy and very grown-up onion dip, you’ll never reach for that packet of instant onion […]
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Cooking at the Cove: Getting ready for the holidays
This basic recipe for a round pasta bake is the epitome of comfort food in my book. It can be changed up as the mood strikes or according to what you have on hand on any given day. Add whatever sounds good to you: sautéed onions, peppers, zucchini, mushrooms, peas or any leftover deliciousness. Try […]
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Cooking at the Cove: Bring on the soup
Here we are, at that in-between time between Thanksgiving and Christmas when, for a lot of us, things are a bit … hectic. I don’t know about you, but every year, I have the best of intentions to accomplish more holiday preparations ahead of time. But then I can’t bring myself to gear up for […]
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Cooking at the Cove: Colorful accents for your Thanksgiving feast
Let’s ditch the mundane mashed squash and the green bean casserole, shall we? It’s time we changed things up and made our Thanksgiving side dishes zing and sing. Make way for more nutritious, colorful, interesting food for your feast. And rejoice in the fact that some of the prep work can be accomplished a day […]
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Cooking at the Cove: A pumpkin spice life
Yes, it’s that time of year, and I can’t let it pass by without giving a shout-out to everything pumpkin spice. This is the dessert to make anytime this season, and when Thanksgiving comes around, it’s the perfect fit if you’re undecided about making apple, pumpkin or pecan pie. The flavors and textures of this […]
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Cooking at the Cove: It’s pizza night
Now that the days are getting shorter, it’s time to cozy up at home for some movie and/or game nights with pizza. It’s such a versatile food, and hey, it makes everyone smile. I prefer to make my own because it’s so much more affordable and I can customize it to my liking. This bacon/onion/mushroom […]
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Cooking at the Cove: Simply soup and bread
I just returned from a trip to Ireland and am now thoroughly addicted to brown bread and pub soup. This addiction has happened before and I was able to get over it eventually, but since my holiday spent across the pond was lengthier this time, I fear my almost daily need for this bread and […]
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Cooking at the Cove: Celebrating fall birthdays
When my siblings and I were growing up, our mother made my sister, Dee, a special stroganoff dinner every year for her autumn birthday. I have continued that tradition, preparing this recipe for all my loved ones whose birthdays “fall in the fall.” I have been known to even quadruple it because it’s so easy, […]
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Cooking at the Cove: A Mediterranean oven meal
Oh, my goodness, this easy recipe creates a chicken dish that is so juicy, flavorful and addictive. The original recipe calls for chicken breasts, but I’ve always preferred the flavor and texture of chicken thighs, and substituting them in this preparation does not disappoint. I used store-bought pesto when I made this entrée recently, but […]