Strawberry Salad with Balsamic Drizzle
Elevate summer entertaining with our vibrant, no-greens salad where sun-ripened berries mingle with creamy mozzarella and buttery avocado beneath a sophisticated sweet-tangy glaze.
Decadent Easter Egg Chocolate Loaf
Elevate your Easter celebration with our decadent chocolate loaf adorned with a tricolored buttercream cascade and jewel-like chocolate eggs — a sophisticated twist on tradition that’s as visually stunning as it is deliciously indulgent.
Italian Ricotta Cookies
Discover the secret to perfectly light Italian cookies with this heritage recipe, featuring creamy ricotta and a delicate citrus glaze that transforms simple ingredients into pure confectionery elegance.
Pork Chops with Mushroom Cream Sauce
Elevate your Valentine’s Day dinner with this sophisticated one-skillet masterpiece, featuring perfectly seared pork chops nestled in a luxurious mushroom cream sauce infused with white wine and fresh herbs.
Winter Fireside Old Fashioned
Warm up your winter entertaining with this sophisticated twist on the classic Old Fashioned, featuring house-made toasted marshmallow-cinnamon syrup that transforms fireside nostalgia into cocktail elegance.
Crinkle Cookies with Peppermint Cream
These decadent chocolate crinkle cookies, sandwiched with silky peppermint cream and rimmed with crushed candy canes, are destined to become your new favorite holiday treat.
Roasted Carrot Soup with Candied Pistachios
Indulge in Francine Coles’ roasted carrot soup with candied pistachios: A velvety, nutritious delight that combines sweet roasted vegetables with crunchy, candied nuts for a perfect balance of flavors and textures.
Tomato Mac & Cheese
Discover the ultimate comfort food fusion: Francine Coles’ tomato mac and cheese marries creamy, cheesy goodness with tangy tomato zest for a cozy, crowd-pleasing twist on two classic favorites.
Paprika-Roasted Carrot Hummus
Elevate your snack game with this vibrant Middle Eastern-inspired dip, which combines the smoky warmth of paprika with the sweetness of roasted carrots, creating a colorful and flavorful twist on traditional hummus that’s sure to impress at your next gathering.
Layered Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Indulge in a delightful layered carrot cake with luscious cream cheese frosting, perfect for summer gatherings. While a bit fussier than other recipes, the simplicity of using the same frosting between layers and on the outside makes this standout dessert worth the effort.