Chocolate Ganache

Chocolate Ganache

Chocolate ganache is a rich topping for cakes and other desserts. It can be used by simply pouring over a cake or tart, and it can also be whipped and used as a filling for cakes and cupcakes. Chocolate Ganache Chocolate Ganache Author: Eva Marie Recipe...
Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells

Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells

Sometimes you want something warm, creamy and comforting in your belly, don’t you? I do. Pasta shells stuffed with spinach and ricotta, topped with a tangy tomato sauce is the perfect meal for such cravings. I make a Simple Tomato Sauce, but if you want to keep things...
Simple Tomato Sauce

Simple Tomato Sauce

Here is my basic go to Simple Tomato Sauce. You can cook it down so it is thick and use it for pizzas, or as is for pasta dishes or even a dipping sauce. Simple Tomato Sauce Simple Tomato Sauce Author: Eva Marie Recipe type: Condiment Cuisine: Italian...
Preserved Lemons

Preserved Lemons

Preserved Lemons are a wonderful addition to many recipes. A staple in Moroccan and Middle Eastern cuisine, they have become a more popular ingredient, adding a lovely and unique citrus flavor to chicken, fish, vegetables, rice and, my favorite, couscous dishes.  ...
5 Reasons to Visit Medellin, Colombia

5 Reasons to Visit Medellin, Colombia

The plane lined up for its approach for landing, flying down through the clouds and into a heavenly mountain oasis. We made it through customs quickly, into a hired car, and soon we were winding our way through the high altitude tropical lushness of the countryside...