These potatoes are an absolute favorite among my family and friends! They are the perfect mashed potatoes for the Christmas holidays. If you love garlic, this is most definitely the dish for you. The recipe calls for garlic herb butter - which means that it is no more extra work than your usual mashed potatoes. There is no messing with garlic cloves, and extra steps as the butter is all that's needed. This butter really does make these mashed potatoes shine. Rich and cr

This is a beautiful and elegant main dish for any celebration. It especially works as a great Christmas meal. Beef tenderloin is a special cut of meat that is absolutely delicious when prepared properly. My recipe will give you a well seasoned and tender dish that you and your guests will love! The secret is rubbing Kosher salt onto the beef and letting it sit uncovered in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours. This process will tenderize your meat, making it the best y

This is a great summer side dish that compliments any main meal. I personally like to make this delicious green bean dish when I am serving grilled meat. This side is a bright and flavorful combination of good-for-you vegetables. I find that sometimes vegetables can be boring (especially if you do the same things with them) in looks and taste, but not so with this recipe! The garlic and red pepper add great flavor and a spicy kick that your mouth will enjoy immensely. Yo

Summer is the perfect time to get together with friends and family. Food plays a major part in this ritual. I love to cook for people; it is my way of showing that I care. I enjoy making them an assortment of yummy dishes. Not too long ago, I decided to have an early summer gathering. Unfortunately the weather did not cooperate, so we could not host it outdoors. My plans, however, were flexible. I decided to bring summer inside and share the warmth of good food despite

This bean dip makes for a wonderful snack! It is full of flavor, and it looks beautiful too. There are only a few ingredients, so this dip is simple and easy to prepare. You can also use it as an appetizer when entertaining guests. Bon Appetit! Tips: If you are not sure your food processor can mince the garlic well, do it by hand with a sharp knife. Once garlic is minced, add according to directions. After adding salt and pepper, taste test the dip. Add more if needed. P

Are you looking for an easy weeknight meal? Try this wonderful chicken dinner! It is simple to put together, and my family approved of it heartily. It would be a fine dish for company too. I adapted it from the January 2014 edition of Southern Living magazine. It is a lovely dish that brings to mind a rustic French countryside. The lemon adds a brightness to the chicken, while the rosemary and garlic mellows the flavors into something quite extraordinary. It really is

This awesome recipe comes from the March 2014 edition of Southern Living, and it is excellent! This recipe is a lot easier than it looks, and the results are spectacular. The lamb was tender and done to perfection, while the herbs added a delightful flavor to the meat. The potatoes that you cook with the lamb are simple, but flavorful. They compliment the meat. April is an excellent time to give this delicious lamb roast a try. It is especially good if you are entertain

This is a wonderful side dish that pairs well with the steak pinwheels, but they can compliment any main meal that needs a side. These little potatoes are packed with amazing flavor that will make your taste buds dance. This recipe is quick and easy to do. If you are planning to make the steak pinwheels, you can even roast the potatoes at the same time you roast your steak. There's no reason not to try these delicious potatoes! Bon Appetit! Tip: Granulated garlic is coars