Tag: olives

American, Appetizers, Party Food

Retro Ap: The Blue Cheese Ball

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My Mom’s Blue Cheese Ball recipe is straight out of 1955, but OMG it is super delish. And, who doesn’t love a retro vibe during cocktail hour? I recommend using the best blue cheese you can get your hands on and crumble. Bargain basement cheese is not welcome here. Upon […]

Appetizers, Vegetarian

Olive Tapenade

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Olive tapenade is a fab dish to make when you are having guests or need to make something to schlep to a gig offsite. Of course the fact that not everyone grooves on olives could jack up this plan. So make this if you really know your audience. Since the […]

Chicken, Italian, Main

Crispy Chicken Thighs with Peppers and Capers

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I always love a new chicken recipe, and this one featuring chicken thighs and red peppers did not disappoint. Crispy Chicken Thighs with Red Peppers and Capers comes from Giada’s Italy cookbook by Giada DeLaurentiis. I doubled the amount of chicken, so I cooked the eight thighs in two batches […]

Chicken, French, Main

Colorful Chicken Marengo

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A plate with a fantastic palette of shades and textures is simply delightful. That’s what I have found here in this marvelous Chicken Marengo that called out to me on Pinterest. This dish features chicken thighs, which are so affordable and great to use to feed a crowd. Canned tomatoes, […]

Main, Pasta, Vegetarian

Pasta with a Kick

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Easy recipes with lots of flavor. That’s what summer cooking is all about. And highlighting what’s in season, of course. This Spaghetti with Tomatoes, Black Olives, Garlic and Feta Cheese is ready in minutes. Tomatoes and parsley are the stars of the show, with the salty punch of black olives, […]