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Smoked Trout Mousse

December 9, 2018 by Cynthia 7 Comments

Smoked trout mousse is a classic British appetizer recipe that is incredibly easy to make. Some dishes are so darn simple, I sometimes can’t believe they aren’t more popular. This Smoked Trout Mousse is one of those dishes. I got the recipe over 35 years ago when I was traveling through England after college.

Visiting The Aletsch Glacier, Switzerland

December 2, 2018 by Cynthia 7 Comments

Planning a trip to Switzerland? Here’s why you need to visit the Aletsch Glacier in Switzerland.

Classic Shortbread Cookies

November 25, 2018 by Cynthia 32 Comments

If Autumn is a man, then Winter is a woman. Especially when the first snow dusts the ground giving her an elegant mink coat,sparkling in the late afternoon, crystal earrings hanging from her evergreen lobes.

Cranberry Chutney

November 17, 2018 by Cynthia 16 Comments

This sweet and spicy cranberry chutney is the perfect accompaniment to turkey, ham or pork. It’s also delicious with cheese and crackers.

Low Carb Blintz Soufflé

November 11, 2018 by Cynthia 32 Comments

This Low Carb Blintz Soufflé is unbelievably rich and delicious! It’s been making an appearance at our holiday breakfasts table for years, but in a gluten and sugar version. I think this low carb version is just as good, if not better.

Brig, A Little Gem In The South Of Switzerland

November 3, 2018 by Cynthia 13 Comments

Brig, Switzerland is a lovely town situated in southern Switzerland. You must put this little gem on your Switzerland bucket list!

Harvest Squash Casserole {How To Cook Spaghetti Squash}

October 20, 2018 by Cynthia 21 Comments

Harvest squash casserole marries the flavors and textures of fall into a beautiful, delicious side dish. In 1991, just a few years after we were married, we stopped by the local grocery store for a couple of things. In the front of the store was a large display of Robert Mondavi wine.

Classic Pommes Anna With A Twist {Pommes Julia}

October 14, 2018 by Cynthia 16 Comments

Pommes Anna is a classic French side dish. Here’s my version, “Pommes Julia”, in honor of Julia Child! Pommes Anna is one of the first recipes I remember making when I was in college,

Curried Cauliflower Soup

September 16, 2018 by Cynthia 30 Comments

Cauliflower. I doubt she’s anyone’s favorite vegetable. Tomatoes, asparagus, and her far more popular cousin, broccoli, usually get first billing.

Pear And Gorgonzola Salad With Candied Pecans

September 8, 2018 by Cynthia 25 Comments

This Pear and Gorgonzola Salad with Candied Pecans is an autumn staple! Especially for entertaining. This is one of my go-to entertaining salads. It’s so easy to prep in advance, which means all you have to do is arrange the pears over a bed of field greens, and top with crumbled cheese and candied pecans.