I love to curl up with a delicious bowl of soup, especially through the fall and winter months. This soup is great for anyone that has a busy life and needs a quick, warm and welcoming meal. The smokiness of the sausage mingles with the other ingredients and herbs to create the perfect, savory flavor.

I LOVE BREAD! One of life’s simple pleasures is a great loaf of fresh baked bread. After attending a “no knead” bread making class, I decided to explore alternative options for easy bread making. During my journey, I came across several recipes for easy homemade bread, baked in a slow cooker or crock pot. After some experimentation, I combined a few of the ideas from various recipes to create my own special version of crock pot bread. Enjoy!

I miss the old world charm of the Elmwood Inn in Perryville, Kentucky. This recipe for curry chicken rolls is one they used to serve at their famous High Tea service. If you’re hosting any kind of party, these are the perfect addition to your menu. Enjoy!

Many years ago I discovered this recipe at an evening of playing Bunco. Remember Bunco?! On this particular night, someone made tea sandwiches with the most delicious spread and I immediately fell in love. The combination of the creamy, salty, and nutty taste is the perfect trio of flavors. If you’ve never had it, give it a try!

This spoon bread is a true Kentucky original and I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I do. If you ever have the opportunity to visit Berea, don’t miss a chance to experience the Boone Tavern Hotel and Restaurant!

In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, when it’s said that everyone is a bit little Irish, I believe it’s appropriate to have a potato dish.

I believe you’ll think you have found your pot of gold when you eat a bowl of this wonderful soup, after all, its made with the luck of the Irish.

The taste of this casserole reminds me of eating a Croque Madame in France. Like the sandwich, this casserole is truly delicious and it’s a perfect dish for brunch. Since you can do all of the prep work the day before, it’s really easy to pop it in the oven when you’re ready. Add some fresh fruit or a small green salad along with your favorite beverage et voila, a wonderful meal ready to enjoy.

A lady’s hen party is always a great place to get a new recipe. This recipe for Fiesta Chicken is just that. My friend shared this with me about 8 years ago and I have been making it ever since.

This recipe for vegetable soup is just a little different. If you like a good Bloody Mary, you are going to love this recipe. Bloody Mary mix in soup? Yes, I know it sounds odd, but it gives just the right amount of kick!

I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I have. It’ll spice up your lunch just fine.

The Hot Brown sandwich was created by Chef Fred Schmidt at the Brown Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky in 1926. It’s a wonderful open-faced turkey sandwich served hot with tomatoes, Mornay sauce and bacon. It’s a delicious treat and I hope you’ll enjoy it!

When I visited the south of France a few years ago, our friends Brigitte and Mabrouk invited us to have brunch at their home. Their home is gorgeous and sits on a hill, overlooking the Mediterranean. We sat around the pool drinking Mimosas while savoring not only the view, but also the wonderful hors d’oeuvres Brigitte had prepared. The “cheese puffs” were particularly delicious, and we ate as many as possible, struggling to remain polite when faced with such a delicious treat. They were made from cream puff pastry dough with the addition of a wonderful French Gruyere cheese and a pinch of cayenne pepper and nutmeg, just for a little surprise. These treats bake up light and tasty and will be delicious for any occasion!

I love to treat myself to a piping hot bowl of savory chili on a windy fall day. My secret ingredient is taco seasoning mix instead of chili powder. I use elbow macaroni instead of spaghetti noodles because it’s easier to eat and a lot less mess. I serve it with sour cream, cheese, corn chips and a splash of hot sauce for a little southwestern spice. Whatever you decide to eat with your chili, I hope you’ll enjoy this hearty, comforting recipe.

This is a great recipe to make when you have leftover ham. It can be made from scraps or a chunk of ham. This recipe uses fully cooked deli ham, but you can use ham that has been baked for a family dinner or any type of left-over cooked ham that needs to be used. Freezing leftover ham is always an option, but this recipe will give your ham an extended life for lunches and snacks.

In a small German town called Bensheim there is a restaurant called the Blauer Aff (Blue Monkey). Our friends are locals and they took us there for a very special dinner. The restaurant is delightful and I highly recommend it, if you’re ever in the area. They served me a thick and hearty pumpkin soup garnished with toasted pumpkin seeds floating on top with a side of warm, fresh bread. It was divine! I’ve tried to recreate it here for you and I hope you enjoy.