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Summertime Garden Party Menu

August 3, 2015 by Judy Lyness 3 Comments

My personal recipe for a wonderful life: Family + Friends + Food = Happiness. Thus far this summer has been a whirlwind of activity filled with the first two components of my equation: visiting family in New Jersey, friends from Copenhagen visiting me and, playing one of my favorite roles 'fun aunt' with various kids, related or not. Missing from my personal recipe for a … [Read more...]

Swiss Chard and Cauliflower

March 4, 2015 by Judy Lyness 10 Comments

swiss chard cauliflower

When it comes to greens I do play favorites and mine is Swiss chard...their multicolored leaves and stems makes me smile whenever I see them. (Although, my collard greens recipe is making me a very happy camper of late.) Alas, it is winter and the selection is slim for fun flavor combos...or so I thought.  This spicy Swiss chard and cauliflower combo will compliment fish, fowl … [Read more...]

Thanksgiving Menu Ideas

November 23, 2013 by Judy Lyness 7 Comments

Baked Apples

I'm sure there are of few of you out there that still are undecided as to what you're going to include on your Thanksgiving menu.  Fear not.  Here's a list of some fool proof, time tested and delicious options for your Thanksgiving table. Start with this wonderful appetizer--Parmesan Fried Cauliflower.  This is a real crowd pleaser.  Plus it's light, crunchy and will leave … [Read more...]

Kumquat Preserves–Sweet and Spicy

February 26, 2013 by Judy Lyness 4 Comments

Kumquats are all over the place these days.  And what to do with all those tiny golden orbs?  Easy, make preserves.  When I was trying to think up a winning entry for the Annual Grilled Cheese Invitational I used kumquat jam as a garnish for my entry the "Sweet Goat".  KCRW thought I did a pretty good job. … [Read more...]

Kale-A-Palooza Part Two: An Elixir for the Flu

January 29, 2013 by Judy Lyness Leave a Comment

I am here to tell you that kale has a bright future if for one reason only, it makes a great elixir for the flu.  Yes I have been down with the flu. … [Read more...]

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