My Mom made a lot of recipes from Sunset magazine in the 1970's and these Artichoke Nibbles are...
In the spirit of simplicity, choose a few special items to make and get your ingredients squirreled away in advance. I’ll share some hard-earned wisdom: do less.

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Chive and Caper Cream Cheese
This is an easy appetizer to keep in mind for Thanksgiving and holiday get togethers. Add smoked...
Mignonette for Oysters
Most of my oyster memories are midday affairs with either a waterfront view or heaping mounds of...
Salted Almonds
The best results for homemade salted almonds come from a hot brine and a hot oven. I've adapted...
Saffron Rosewater Ice Cream
A small scoop of saffron ice cream concludes dinner on a sweet note without being a sugar bomb. I...
Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas
Jesse Tyler Ferguson shared this recipe in Food and Wine (December 2016) and it's a good one!...
Eggnog, Small Batch
Eggnog latte? No thanks. A small glass of really good eggnog with a shot of Cognac or bourbon?...
Crab Cakes
I'm not going to lie. These babies are a project. On the upside, make them ahead (night...
Cocoa Buckwheat Granola
Chocolate for breakfast. Sure you can! Maximize nutrition with this cocoa buckwheat granola,...
Brown Sugar Mustard Glaze for Ham
Beeler's produces my favorite bacon and, come to find out, little 2–3 pound spiral cut hams—how...
Candied Kumquats
"Be sure and eat the skin." I shot my then boyfriend, Christopher, a skeptical look, but...
Your House Granola
Make your own house granola. It's a delicious topping for your morning yogurt and a great way to...
Bittersweet Chocolate Pots de Crème
Chocolate pots de crème are a festive (and easy!) way to enjoy dessert with family and friends,...