Chocolate Pecan Pie with Honey Crunch Topping-My Favorite

The holidays in my house aren’t complete without a Pecan Pie on the menu.  I have tried many recipes over the years but my favorite pie is the Chocolate Pecan Pie with the Honey Crunch Topping fro my Gulf Coast Favorites Cookbook.  I made the pie the other day to shoot a photo, and honestly, I [...]

Soothing Symptoms Through Food: National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

  It’s a pink out! Thanks to the amazing continuous efforts of many breast cancer charities, doctors, treatment centers, patients, survivors, friends and family, the word it out, October is Breast Cancer Awareness month! Pink ribbons and pink products are everywhere. Many companies, such as Lacoste, Stella & Dot, Tory Burch and Nike among many [...]

Super Simple Salsa Video-Tailgating Tip with Associated Food Stores

Looking for easy and affordable tailgating recipes? Actually, this is one of my go-to recipes (and you know how I love avocado and opening jars)  Check out my latest and greatest with Associated Food Stores…remember to shop local! Super Salsa Open up a few jars of pre-made salsa and add avocado for a fun, effortless dish. [...]

Meaty Biscuit Cups: Summer Snack, Associated Food Stores Weekly Recipe

This kid friendly, hearty treat is healthy, yet packs flavor. Using affordable, staple Shurfine/Shurfresh ingredients you have in your pantry, quickly create a delicious afternoon snack or breakfast pick-up perfect for the entire family. Featured in Holly Clegg’s trim&TERRIFIC Diabetic Cooking. MEATY BISCUIT CUPS 20 servings/serving size: 1 biscuit cup 1 pound ground sirloin 1/3 [...]

Mac and Cheese: Associated Food Stores Weekly Recipe

One of the ultimate classic comfort foods is Mac and Cheese. Whip up this family favorite in minutes using quality, affordable Shurfine/Shurfresh ingredients, while shopping local and supporting your community. Featured in Holly Clegg’s trim&TERRIFIC® Gulf Coast Favorites. One Step Macaroni & Cheese Use no boil pasta for this all-in-one recipe for a quick and [...]

Shop local! With Holly and Shurfine/Shurfresh!!!

I am excited to be the spokesperson  for the Shurfine/Shurfresh brand in the Associated Food Stores.  I have tested recipes using their products with wonderful results.  I felt this was a great partnership for me as I can guide people to buy afforadable groceries and shop local!  Affordability continues to be a buzz word these days, and if [...]

Figs and Pizza: Fig, Caramelized Onion, Proscuitto & Goat Cheese Pizza

Everyone seems to be asking me about figs-either someone is picking them or getting them fresh from a friend-so must be fig time.  Figs are high in fiber and potassium.  I love this pizza featuring figs as you savor sweet and salty in every bite with this wonderful ingredient combination.  Fig, Caramelized Onion, Prosciutto & [...]

Lake Austin Spa-relaxing, comfortable and foodie friendly

Lake Austin Spa is the perfect desitination for someone that wants to be comfortable, spa, enjoy food, and take exercise classes.  Even though it is June and hot in Texas, it didn’t stop us from going on paddle boats to my daughters laying out in the sun.  I arrived without make-up and the only time I got dressed [...]

American Diabetes Association Grilling Throwdown

I am always thrilled when my diabetic cookbook is selected by the ADA.  Tis’ the season for grilling but there are many more grilling options than traditional burgers, steak, chicken and tenderloins.  Wait until you check out these new innovative recipes featured in the ADA Chef’s Grilling  Throwdown.  I selected a Tuna Burgers, as I love tuna and [...]

Go Red Luncheon in Lafayette-with AHA

I always love being a part of the Go Red Luncheon so I was excited when they asked me to be the keynote speaker in Lafayette.  I went early to give a short talk and demo for their “Circle of Red” patrons.  Of course, I made my one and only, Eight Layered Greek Dip from [...]

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