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Category Archives: Entertaining
Mushroom and Spinach Quiche
Earlier this week, I mentioned a quiche recipe I’ve been meaning to share. This makes an excellent brunch or light lunch dish. I suppose it would work just as well for supper, but I always think of eggs as an … Continue reading
Dinner out, comedy, and brunch: a weekend report
Table set for Sunday brunch. The Mr. and I spent lots of time with friends this weekend and had a really fun three days. Besides cleaning up for company, I didn’t get much of anything done around the house and … Continue reading
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Chocolate Cream Cookie Roll
This past Saturday, I made this dessert for a little get-together with friends. For how beautiful and yummy this dessert is, it’s surprisingly easy to make. Here are the ingredients: 1 package Nabisco Famous Chocolate Wafers (this recipe is on … Continue reading
Hostess gifts
On Easter, my husband and I went over to some friends’ home for brunch. It was a great treat and we had a lot of fun eating quiche, salad, homemade scones, and homemade lemon sorbet. Yum! As a host/hostess gift … Continue reading
Chocolate and Cream Cheese Cupcakes
Chocolate and cream cheese cupcakes (a.k.a. Black Bottom Cupcakes) are tasty little treats. They are wonderful any time of the year, but I usually make them at Christmastime. They are very rich and moist, and easy to make since they … Continue reading











