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Asparagus with Walnut Dressing in a white oval serving dish.
Sides, Vegetables

Asparagus with Walnut Dressing

Lightly steamed spears of tender asparagus are enhanced with Asian inspired flavors and nutty texture in this flavorful side dish. Asparagus with Walnut Dressing is easy to prepare yet takes a simple weeknight meal a step beyond the ordinary.

Dessert

Chocolate Decadence

February simply cries out for chocolate! When the Christmas holidays have become but a pleasant memory and our bodies have forgotten the overindulgence of holiday feasting, when our moods are challenged by a long succession of wet gray January days and the sweet occasion of Valentine’s Day peeps at us […]

Rosemary and almond crusted Groundhog Day Meatloaf on a bed of spinach leaves with cherry tomatoes served on a rectangular platter.
Main Dish

Groundhog Day Meatloaf

Groundhog Day Meatloaf is both attractive and delicious. The flavor of roasted rosemary and the slight crunch of the toasted almond crust elevate this meatloaf to something special. The olives add just a touch of whimsy, suggesting a groundhog, without being fussy. Served on a bed of spinach and garnished with cherry tomatoes it makes an appealing family-style entrée that is perfect for this unique occasion.

Amazing Chicken Salad Sandwich
Salad, Sandwiches

Amazing Chicken Salad

I am not very good at making sandwiches. Since I was a child I have mostly avoided them. Not that I don’t like the idea of a sandwich well enough, but experience has taught me they are unpredictable and so I always approach them with caution…