Have you noticed how beautiful the strawberries look at the market? Pick up a bushel and try my Strawberry Cheesecake Tart, it's almost too pretty to eat but oh so scrumptious! Strawberry Cheesecake Tart Crust 1 ½ cups crushed graham crackers ¼ cup pecans finely chopped ½ cup sugar 6 tablespoons butter, melted Filling 1 ... Read more
What is it about cherubs that absolutely magnetize me? Is it their undeniable sweetness? The innocence they project or their plump extremities that make them irresistible? Perhaps they remind me of the two cherubs I was lucky enough to raise. Whatever the reason, I am simply charmed by cherubs and they turn up everywhere in ... Read more
When I created tea sandwich recipes for the Texas Living Magazine April issue, we were focusing on menu inspiration for shower season. Spring is typically the time we host people to celebrate upcoming brides and babies. Although hosting events in our home has been pushed off a bit longer, these recipes are sensational for making ... Read more
With the current Banana Bread rage, I thought I'd add a new flavor to the conversation. There is something really wonderful about the combination of lemon and blueberries. Lemon makes the blueberry flavor pop. We are officially in blueberry season so blueberries in the markets are likely fresh, sweet, and perfect for my Lemon Blueberry ... Read more
Our Friday nights generally consist of fajitas and mojitos at Mi Cocina, we are truly creatures of habit. Our Friday nights lately, have included curbside pick-up and homemade cocktails. Since I love mojitos so much, I thought I'd share my recipe. Enjoy! Mojito Cocktail 2 ounces clear rum 1/2 small lime, cut into wedges 2 ... Read more
Many of you have contacted me over the past several weeks asking about my trips to France, my business, and my overall well-being. Thank you for that; your kindness has meant more to me than you will ever know. The truth is, until now, I have not been able to talk or write about it. ... Read more
Is there anything better than fresh vine ripe tomatoes and basil right out of the garden? Add a touch of garlic, a drizzle of good olive oil, a baguette of bread and your eating like a king in my book. The word bruschetta actually means to toast in Italian. The key to an outstanding dish ... Read more
Do you have a Zoom happy hour planned today? If not, consider planning one and making my Cupcake Martini for 1. I promise this sweet, colorful beverage will not disappoint. People, sometimes you just need to create your own fun and I think this beverage will get us a long way towards doing just that ... Read more
There is nothing like homemade cinnamon rolls; tender, sweet, carb satisfaction and don't even get me started on the smell wafting through the house. At times like these, I'm not counting calories. If something sounds good, I make it and relish the flavor but more importantly; I'm enjoying the process of cooking and baking. Baking ... Read more
Simple food really is the best! Most of you know that I have a freezer full of salmon because my husband, Mark, takes a trip to fish in Alaska every summer. Without fail, a huge box of fish arrives in August each year. Most of us are working hard to eat what we have; we've ... Read more
