Classic Scones

Many have asked, what’s in a name?!  Well, I think the more important question truly is, what’s in a scone?!  Just like a person, you can’t judge a scone by its name or appearance…it all depends on what’s on the inside.  For some, it’s buttermilk.  For some, it’s cream.  For others, it’s the latest health food ingredient (applesauce, acai berry, you name it!).  But for me, it’s a classic Irish family recipe that starts with my grandmother telling you to “take off all your rings and bracelets because you need your hands!”  Buttery and warm, fruity but not too sweet, rustic and homey, this is my family’s recipe for perfect scones.  Judge for yourself, I think you’ll find that my family is delicious on the inside! 

Cheesecake

 One’s too rich.  One’s too dense.  One’s too creamy.  This one?... Just right! This recipe is a combination of a nutty, buttery crust and a creamy, fluffy, rich (but no too rich) filling.  Top with berries, dollop with chocolate, or keep it plain and simple.  In the accented words of my German gramps in reference to anything he ever made, “It’s the best one I ever made!”

The New Meatball Sub – Spaghetti Squash & Meatballs

Perhaps one of my favorite comfort foods, this dish scores high all around from taste, to texture, to nutrition, to versatility.  Vegetarian?  Swap the meatballs.  Vegan? Hold the cheese. Gluten-free? No pasta, no problems.  Tender roasted spaghetti squash creates the vessel for a piping hot marina sauce, tender meatballs, and serve up your very own meatball “sub”.

BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders

The most likely workouts happening on Super Bowl Sunday are by those on the field and by the slow cooker in the kitchen.  The Pats (shout out) and the Giants have got the prior taken care of, but who’s going to work that slow cooker?  With a little help from a pork roast, a tangy BBQ sauce, and some sweet buns, your slow cooker is going to get a great workout and your going to get a savory reward.  Go Pats!

Berry Crumbles

Cold outside? How about a winter warm-up?  These individual berry crumbles are warm, delicious, and the perfect end to a chilly day.  An example of a healthful "dessert flip", this recipe combines loads of sweet, warm berries and a touch of decadent crumble topping.  Cozy-up to a crumble tonight!