These are the perfect cookies for Fall because of the seasonal pumpkin flavor.  They turn out a beautiful rich golden color and are filled with nutritious pumpkin puree and sweet white chocolate chips.  Perfect for a Halloween party or an alternative to pumpkin pie on Thanksgiving.

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.  Grease cookie sheets.  In a large mixing bowl, beat together:
1 14oz can pumpkin puree
1 cup softened butter
2 cups sugar
Once mixed, add:
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla
Beat until fluffy and mixed.  Once combined, add:
3 and 1/4 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
3 teaspoons baking …

This is my daughter’s favorite chocolate cake.  She loves to help me make it.  It is so moist and delicious.  Try frosting it with the Truffle Frosting for the most amazing dessert.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Grease and flour to 8 or 9 inch round cake pans.  In a large mizing bowl, add:
1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup very hot water
1 cup butter
Mix until butter is broken down and large lumps have melted away.  Then add:
1 cup buttermilk
2 eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla
2 1/2 cups sugar
Beat until mixture is smooth.  Add:
3 cups …

This is a very easy frosting and so yummy!  Try it on the Whopper Cake or Chocolate Cupcakes.
In a medium sauce pan, over medium high heat, add:
1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/4 corn syrup
Bring mixture to a simmer and turn off heat.  Add:
12 oz semisweet chocolate chips
Allow to stand for a few minutes and then whip until mixture is smooth.  Cover and chill for about 1 1/2 hours or until desired consistency.  Beat with an electic mixture to fluff before frosting.  Frosts two 8 or 9 inch cake pans or …

This is a decedent dish that is very easy to make.  It great for a dinner party or special occasion dinner.
Preheat oven to broil.  Generously brush four salmon fillets (about 1-1 1/2 pounds) with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and place on a baking sheet.  Place in oven and bake for about 10-15 minutes or salmon is flaky and cooked through.
While salmon is cooking, in a small skillet, over medium-high heat:
1/2 tablespoon olive oil
8 large sage leaves
Cook leaves for about 4 minutes or until crisp.  Remove leaves to …

I know sloppy joes remind people of middle school lunches, but I think they deserve a revised second look. This sloppy joe recipe is amazing and full of different vegetables and rich flavors, so kids and adults will enjoy it alike. I like to serve the sloppy joes on broiled or grilled thickly sliced sourdough, instead of the traditional hamburger bun.

My family and I recently attended a family reunion and we had some wonderful food.  My favorite dish was the Roasted Vegetable Orzo Salad.  The orzo and roasted vegetables made an excellent side dish to the steak and smoked pork that was served.  This salad is a great side dish for a large gathering because it can be made ahead of time and served at room temperature.  You could also add grilled chicken or shrimp and make an entire meal out of this dish as well!
Preheat oven to 425 degrees.  …

My husband and I recently celebrated our fifth anniversary at the Four Seasons and we had the most wonderful breakfast of lemon ricotta pancakes. I have been trying different recipes in hopes of duplicating our delicious breakfast and think this recipe is perfect. These pancakes are so light and sweet. They will easily become a breakfast favorite.

The key to a good pizza is the dough, and while making pizza dough seems like an easy exercise, it can sometimes be a frustrating task. This is an easy pizza dough recipe that should help start the foundation of a great pizza.

This is the perfect summer dessert. It is so refreshing and lite. A cool treat for a hot day.

This is a great salad because the vegetables can be grilled ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator. This salad is full of wonderful vegetables and looks beautiful on the table because of all the vibrant colors.
In a large grill skillet on the stove or a grilling basket on the BBQ, cook:
2 trimmed bunches of asparagus, cut into thirds
1 red and 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and cut into strips
1 6oz. package of portabellini mushrooms, sliced
2 cloves of garlic, minced
Grill all vegetables for about 10 minutes …