Healthy and hearty, this Roasted Tomato Basil Soup is sure to be a favorite! Serve it with a piece of garlic bread and a glass of wine. It also pairs beautifully with a grilled cheese sandwich, of...

Ooey Gooey Grilled Cheese Sandwiches...  Who doesn't love them!? Since the time we were little, most of us grew up on them. Simple to prepare and easy, plentiful ingredients make this...

This tasty Cucumber Ribbon Salad has cool Fresh Herb Dressing that everyone will love. Serve it as a side or a main - it really is a crowd pleaser!  Are you a cucumber lover? Me...

Did you know you can substitute prune puree for butter in most recipes? It's also a fabulous natural sweetener and improves moisture in baked goods too. With less fat or sugar and added fiber, you...

This Triple Melon Layer Cake is covered with fresh whipped cream and sliced almonds - it's a fabulous summer treat! Nothing says summer quite like fresh melon!   This trio of sweet...

Long gone are the days of a boring, mundane brunch!  Eggs and fruit have never been so happy to have such creative and interesting accompaniments, especially when we have an...

Since Summer can tend to be filled with s'mores and ice cream, I always have a strong desire to get my kids back on track with their healthy snacking once school gets back in session. These ideas...

This simple, recipe for roasted chicken legs in the oven, Marbella style will soon rise to the top of your favorites list! Despite its clever and unusual flavor combination, the end result is quite...

This Delicious Pear Martini recipe is loaded with fresh pear goodness! Your guests (and you!) will love this cocktail full of fall flavor. Yep, you read that right. A pear martini!...

This easy pear puree recipe makes the best of California Bartlett pears! Top yogurt, sweeten smoothies, in place of applesauce + more. This recipe is perfect for our Bartlett Pear Martini, or...

This easy recipe for stuffed apricots requires just four ingredients and is loaded with flavor! Our fresh Apricot Blackberry Jewels are perfect for a party, a summer dessert al fresco, or just an...

A savory and simple twist for an appetizer or snack, these Roasted Garlic and Rosemary Almonds are made easily with California almonds, olive oil, herbs and sea salt. I love almonds!...