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Plum, Rum and Almond Upside Down Cake

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BLOOD ORANGE, GIN & APEROL SANGRIA

WITH NO COMMENTS

A light, citrusy, refreshing and vibrant orange sangria that is perfect for kicking off the summer at your next barbecue or picnic on the beach.

TURKEY, WILD AND BLACK RICE SALAD

WITH 3 COMMENTS

A healthy make-ahead wild and black rice salad studded with turkey, black cherries and walnuts is great for a buffet or potluck. Leftovers makes for a wonderful grab-and-go lunch.

SPRING VEGETABLES AND BURRATA CROSTINI PLATTER

WITH 2 COMMENTS

This vegetable-dense spring crostini platter does dual duty as an appetizer platter or a complete meal. A luscious ball of burrata & salty prosciutto round it out. Serve with my Spanish-style Aperol Gin and Tonic and you have a perfect warm-weather meal.

CHORIZO AND RED PEPPER STRATA

WITH ONE COMMENT

This spicy strata is a great way to feed brunch to a crowd. Layers of bread, sauteed vegetables, chorizo sausage and cheese are melded together with an egg, milk and cream custard. The strata is made a day in advance and then rests overnight in the fridge before baking.

BACON-WRAPPED QUICHE MINIS

WITH 2 COMMENTS

Bacon-wrapped, single portion, crustless quiches can be served for breakfast, lunch, appetizers, dinner or snacks. Make ahead and warm them up before serving.

SALMON HASH

WITH NO COMMENTS

Salmon hash is the healthy alternative to corned beef hash and every bit as delicious. Serve it for breakfast, lunch or dinner. This hash is even better topped with a poached or fried egg.

EASY WEEK-NIGHT CHICKEN

WITH NO COMMENTS

A quick, easy and reliable method for cooking chicken on busy weeknights that is guaranteed to come out juicy and delicious every time.

FRENCH PRESSED-BRICK SANDWICH

WITH 3 COMMENTS

This French take on a pressed brick sandwich makes for a delicious brown-bagged lunch, appetizers or a weeknight dinner. Make in advance and then enjoy for up to 5 days afterwards.

ST. GERMAIN LAVENDER GIN AND TONIC