NOTHING LIKE A BLUEBERRY SCONE WITH MORNING COFFEE, RIGHT? As a last minute add to our Sunday morning breakfast routine of eggs, scrapple (yes, to those Philadelphians you
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Making Monday Momentous with Bacon Mac and Cheese
MAKING MONDAY MOMENTOUS! If you’re like me, Monday can be a tough day to get through sometimes. On Sunday, my mind starts thinking about everything I have to
An Italian Turns Danish for Danish Cheese Cake!
A RECIPE I’VE HAD FOREVER! I can’t remember where my mother got the “Danish Cheese Cake” recipe, but I do remember it was a staple dessert in our
Is it Pasta e Fagioli or Pasta Fazool?
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PASTA E FAGIOLI VERSUS PASTA FAZOOL? Growing up we had what we called “a poor man’s pasta dish”, that had ditalini pasta (a
Balance Winter’s Comfort Food with a “Raid the Fridge” Salad and Ginger Avocado Oil & Vinegar Dressing
COMFORT FOOD VS SALAD IN WINTERTIME During the month of January, we all think of comfort food, hearty meals and soups! But at the same time, many of
Opposites Attract with a Sweet and Sour Shrimp Stir Fry
DO OPPOSITES ATTRACT? You’ve heard of the old adage that “Opposites Attract”? My husband and I definitely fit that adage perfectly! He talks less, (much less than I
Starting the New Year with a White Chicken Chili and Happy Paprika Cornbread
SO WHAT DID YOU END UP LISTING FOR YOUR NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS? Is your list anything like mine? And guess what, I could almost keep this list and
Ring in the New Year with an Easy Smoked Salmon Appetizer
I just LOVE smoked salmon whether it’s with cream cheese on a bagel, in an omelet or just by itself! There’s something about it that just works like
Ringing in the New Year with a Whole Filet of Beef Tenderloin
As we wind down in the last week 2021 and prepare for the 2022 New Year, I think about how fast this year went! For many of us,
The No-Bake Kahlua Cheesecake
I can’t wait to share this very special Kahlua Cheesecake dessert with everyone during this Holiday season! My dear friend next door shared this recipe with me about
The Feast of the Seven Fishes: A Christmas Eve Tradition
THE FEAST OF THE SEVEN FISHES Entertaining for the Christmas Eve Holiday is very important to many cultures, almost more than the Christmas Day itself! Being fully Italian,
Chicken Tortilla Soup
WANT A NON-TRADITIONAL CHICKEN SOUP TO KEEP YOU FUELED AS YOU COOK FOR THE HOLIDAYS? As I start my week of cooking the seven fishes for Christmas Eve
Holiday White Chocolate, Cranberry and Pistachio Candy Drops
WANT A QUICK AND EASY HOLIDAY CANDY TREAT? Have I got the candy dessert for you! It’s a quick and simple way to bring a festive homemade candy
Decorating for Christmas: The Christmas Tree and Front Door Wreath
Each Holiday season I am gifted a fresh front door wreath from my cousin. It’s an L.L.Bean wreath, and it is always fresh, gorgeous and lasts forever! All
Cajun Shrimp, Kielbasa and Zucchini Pappardelle
LOOKING FOR A SPECIAL HOLIDAY DISH TO WOW YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS? Have I got the Holiday dish for you! It’s an all-in-one Cajun Shrimp, Kielbasa and Zucchini
Holiday Entertaining: How to Set Up the Perfect Beverage Bar Area
As the Holidays are upon us, our schedules seem to get busier and busier, with all the responsibilities that come with making your Holidays perfect! And maybe for
Holiday Golf Ball Chocolate Chip Cookies
WHERE THIS COOKIE CAME FROM Back when I was in my early 20s, Mrs. Field’s Cookies were it! That huge chewy chocolate chip cookie melted in your mouth
Chocolate Mint Brownies: A Holiday Cookie Exchange Hit
When I first moved into my home 31 years ago, it was a new neighborhood with young families and lots of activity. And one of the activities that
Turkey, Wild Rice and Mushroom Soup
I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving in the year 2021! Although we are still managing through a pandemic, many of us still gathered with our family and
Madeline’s Signature Sweet Potato Casserole
I will have to say that nothing screams Thanksgiving like my Signature Sweet Potato Casserole! A recipe that I think I got from my Aunt Anna Marie, my
Not Your Mother’s Mold Anymore: Cranberry Jell-O Mold
What do you think about when you hear “Jell-O mold”? What comes to my mind is that lime green Jell-O mold with the carrots and pineapple that would
Thanks, Cuz! Joey’s Signature Apple and Pear Pie
I had the privilege to visit my cousins in Staunton, VA to spend some time with Joey Miska, one of my heroes in the kitchen! He has been
Countdown to Gratefulness: Thanksgiving Holiday Dinner Menu
This Holiday season in 2021 there seems to be a renewed excitement around getting ready to host our Thanksgiving dinner because we are getting our heads above water
Simple and Easy: Not Always the Same Thing But This Rice Dish Is!
So after 59 years young, (lol), just realized the difference between “simple” and “easy”! Thanks to Mel Robbins, lawyer, famous author of “The 5 Second Rule” and “The
Getting Out of My Comfort Zone With a Gluten and Dairy Free Dinner
As I go out of my comfort zone this week, I made a dinner and dessert that are both gluten and dairy free for a friend in need.
Pumpkin Penne Pasta
I had some dear friends and family for dinner recently, and wanted to serve a pasta dish that was a little different than a typical pasta dish with
Jewish Apple Cake
As November begins, I have to think of my mothers’ Jewish Apple Cake recipe. I have it written on a recipe card, but almost have it memorized because
Smoky Halloween Raspberry Whiskey Cocktail
Happy Halloween, everyone! As I was thinking about what to post for Halloween this weekend, I couldn’t help but keep going back to a cocktail I had in
Pumpkin Cannoli Dip
As October comes to an end and Halloween is only a few days away, I don’t want to let October go this year! We have had the warmest
Sage Crusted Pork Tenderloin with Maple Sesame Mustard Sauce
Back in 2008, I started a prepared meals business called Madeline’s Meals & More. I kept working full time at Vanguard during the day, while raising my two
Smashed Red Potatoes
Have you always wanted to do make mashed potatoes for dinner but didn’t want to go through the trouble of peeling the potatoes? What comes to my mind
Roasted Cauliflower and Broccoli
Hey everyone! I’m so excited to share some cauliflower recipes this month, and this one is a short, simple, and easy one! ROASTED CAULIFLOWER AND BROCCOLI! I realized
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
Tis the season for squash, and butternut is the best! The color, texture and taste says it all! I just love making my ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP! Butternut
Pumpkin Caramel Apple Cheesecake
October in Pennsylvania is such a great time! Leaves are changing, fall colors of red, orange, gold and beautiful brown tones are all around, and the foods associated
Silky and Smooth Caramel Sauce
I spent a wonderful weekend on the 2nd of October celebrating my Uncle Joe’s 91st birthday in Richmond, VA! What a special day! Great weather, great family, great
Madeline’s Signature Sweet and Savory Chili
Well the time has come to share my Signature Sweet and Savory Chili! I make this for family and friends throughout the year, and it satisfies everyone, especially
Apple Cider Pear Margarita
When you think of fall, what comes to mind? For me it’s apples, pumpkin, spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, pumpkin pie, and hearty herbs like sage, rosemary, thyme, and
Pumpkin Bar Cake with Maple Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting
Fall is here and I can’t WAIT for you to try this moist and delicious Pumpkin Bar Cake with Maple Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting! Get ready to
Chocolate Chip Cake for Breakfast, Afternoon Snack or Dessert After Dinner!
Growing up we always had some sort of “goodie” on our kitchen counter or dining room buffet for us to grab a bite of anytime throughout the day.
Rosemary Rub Chicken Breast
With such busy work weeks and even during the weekends, it’s nice to know there is always something easy to whip up for dinner or lunch! When Chicken
Crunchy and Crispy Garlic Bread
One of my most requested side dish is my Crunchy and Crispy Garlic Bread! I make this all the time for family and friends, and can do it
Fresh Carrots with Horseradish and Chives
Hi everyone! Glad you’re cookin’ with me today! This week as we approach the last couple weeks before Labor Day, and we are pulled in so many directions
Bourbon Inspired Flank Steak and My 5 Rules of Entertaining
Hi everyone! Glad you’re cookin’ with me today! As we are heading into the end of summer (can’t believe we are), grilling is always top of mind, and
A Greek Salad as a Side to Dinner or Meal All by Itself: You Choose!
Hi everyone! Glad you’re cookin’ with me today! Being at the Jersey shore in August is amazing! The water is warm, clear, and the towns are hopping with
Bourbon Summertime Slush: 5 Ingredients and 24 Hours Later…….
Hi everyone! It’s summertime and the refreshing “adult” drinks are coming out of the freezer and ready for consumption! Have I got the drink for you! I know
Broccoli and Cashews with Chicken and Rice
Entertaining for my family and friends always brings about new ideas for food, drink and fun times! And sometimes a great new recipe is born! My dear friend,
Smokin’ Hot Salmon Cakes
Last week, my son, Andrew, smoked a salmon that was absolutely outstanding, and then made salmon cakes with the leftovers, which were also incredibly delicious! He told me
Burstin’ with Blueberry Crisp
Why do Holiday weekends go so fast? I feel like it was just the Friday before the 4th of July, 2021 three-day weekend, and before I knew it,
Red, White and Blue Week: Silky Smooth Strawberry Shortcake for 4th of July
When you think of summer and especially the 4th of July, you think of everything red, white, and blue, right? What comes to mind for me is my
Father’s Day Surf and Turf Menu for 12 Makes the Day Special
What a day we had for Father’s Day! Everyone chipped in to help make the day and dinner special! When planning the menu for the special fathers in
Cashew Pesto Dresses Up Chicken and Cavatappi Pasta
This past weekend was a wonderful weekend at the shore in Ocean City, NJ. It was the first time John and I spent time with our granddaughter, Liliana,
Hearty Red Potato Salad: Party Size for Lily’s 1st Birthday Party
My granddaughter, Liliana Mae, turned one on June 4th and my son and daughter-in-law were having a birthday party for her with immediate family and friends. Of course
Summer Steak and Island Salsa: Get your Tropical Food Gear Ready!
I just can’t wait to see and taste the fresh fruits and veggies of the summer! They’re so colorful and sweet, yet a little tart too! As I
Take a Break & Break an Egg for an “EGGstra” Special Lunch!
Working remotely from home is a dream come true for me! As a Project Manager for Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) Foundation, I am so fortunate to have
Mother’s Day Follow Up: Have a S’more and Settle Down
Hi everyone! Glad you’re Cookin’ with me today! After having a beautiful Mother’s Day with our extended family, my husband, John, and I were looking forward to going
To Salt or Not to Salt
Hello everyone! I have had a week that has been pretty full in activity from work and home. Our granddaughter, Liliana Mae, had to go to Children’s Hospital
Celebrating Mother’s Day with the “Imperfect” Cosmo! Hovering vs. Mothering?
Hi everyone! Glad you’re Cookin’ with me today! For everyone out there who has thought about being a mother, is soon to be a mother, or is a
Dream Kitchen: A Friends and Family Debut
Hi everyone! Glad you’re Cookin’, Decoratin’ and Entertainin’ with me today! So how lucky am I that one of my grade school friends lives in my neighborhood, saw
Procrastination or Preparation? Either Way it’s Dinner Under 30 Minutes!
Hi everyone! Glad you’re Cookin’ with me today! So, do you tend to be a procrastinator or a preparer? Or a little of both? I think I am
Weathering the Storm and Worth the Wait
Hi everyone! Glad you’re Cookin’ and Decoratin’ with me today! It’s already Spring of 2021, and we are all hoping this year will be better than 2020! So