Christmas Carol

Favorite Foods

We get to discuss the foods I crave? First off, I am a huge fan of sauces, dips, spreads, dressings, etc. They're the recipes I search for most. I can't tell you how many times my boyfriend has looked in the fridge and complained "It's all condiments in here!" Other favorites at the top of my list are cheeseburgers, spaghetti & meatballs, barbecued ribs, nachos, and crab cakes. To elaborate, I'm especially fond of sloppy cheeseburgers with plenty of toppings and smothered with a "special sauce" reminiscent of the Big Mac or Big Boy. When I find a recipe for something similar yet different, I'm absolutely thrilled! I also love bolognese sauce, and if it's served over gnocchi, tortellini or fettucine, then all the better. If you love it too, try the recipe I have posted for "Tortellini Bolognese". It's delicious and an excellent choice to serve company. I recently had "Philly Cheesesteak Nachos" at happy hour, and immediately fell in love with them. They were basically multi-colored tortilla chips covered with grilled onions, peppers, and pieces of steak, then draped in a creamy Philly cheese sauce. I'm guessing it was made with provolone, since it was a beautiful shade of ivory. My next batch of homemade nachos will be an attempt to duplicate them. "Remoulade Sauce" is a must with my crab cakes. Chef Rita's is delectable, and reminds me so much of Bennigans'. For an awesome presentation, serve your crab cakes on a bed of mixed greens and drizzle with the remoulade. I've purchased a clear plastic bottle like the red and yellow ketchup ones (they came in a set of three), and use it to "decorate" my dishes or culinary creations.

When it comes to desserts, it's cheesecake or chocolate mousse that I drool over.  Mizz Nezz has these two flavors combined to perfection in her "Very Chocolate Cheesecake",  my favorite dessert on this site. I also adore frosted sugar cookies. (One of the reasons I love Christmas so much!) I encourage you to try "Perfect Holiday Sugar Cookies" which I've posted. They're so tender and delicious, and very easy to make.

I also hope you'll try "Supper A La King" which no one has reviewed yet. Normally I'm not fond of recipes prepared with cream soups, but once in a while one tickles my taste buds. It's wonderful served over shredded zucchini--just be sure to drain it well or you'll end up with a soggy dish. It's healthy and economical, and you won't believe there's soup in your sauce!

Well, it's time for my daily stroll through today's brand new recipes, photos, and reviews. Like a comforting meal or a long soak in a hot tub with a cool book, I aim never to miss it.