Recipes
Prosecco Blueberry Limoncello Punch
My Prosecco Blueberry Limoncello Punch recipe brings a lot of good things together for an easy-to-make party drink that everyone is sure to adore. It’s definitely a crowd-pleaser and I love it as a quick and easy party punch recipe. Altogether, it’s refreshing, delicious, and perfect when you’re serving a large group.
Mary’s Giant Strawberry Shortcake
Certain foods just scream summertime: Juicy watermelon, buttery sweet corn on the cob, fresh salads with farmers market veggies, anything on the grill… but we’re leaving out one very important thing: My Giant Strawberry Shortcake recipe made with a pile of fresh, juicy strawberries. It’s strawberry season!
Luigi’s Italian Tortellini Pasta Salad with Homemade Vinaigrette
I have to thank my friend Luigi for this recipe. It was Luigi who turned me onto the idea of using tortellini in a pasta salad recipe instead of just noodles. He always brings this one when he visits us on the farm, and it never fails to impress the guests!
Grilled Sweet Potatoes with Pomegranate Molasses and Crunchy Pistachios
When I was growing up, my family enjoyed sweet potatoes all fall and winter long. But once I started grilling them, they became an all-season superstar. Now sweet potatoes are a summertime favorite in my house. If you’ve never grilled a sweet potato (or tasted pomegranate molasses), you are sorely missing out!
Quick and Easy Dry-Rubbed Grilled Barbecue Ribs
This is my go-to recipe for fast and easy barbecue ribs. Instead of cooking these ribs on low heat for several hours, I cook them on high heat on my outdoor grill. The secret ingredients are the dry rub and the grilling process. Click through for the full recipe, including the best dry rub mix ever!
Christmas Checkerboard Cookies
Jump to Recipe Tasty Little Christmas Gifts These Christmas Checkerboard Cookies are some of my favorite cookies to make for the holidays. UsuallTasty Little Christmas Giftsy, they’re made with chocolate...
Carrot Feta Tart for Peoria Magazine
Everyone loves a good tart—chocolate and lemon are always winners. But have you ever tried a savory tart? My famous Carrot and Feta Tart recipe hits all the right buttons. Click through to learn more!
Roasted Wild Mushroom Crostini Recipe with Easy Garlic Basil Ricotta Spread
Wild Mushroom Crostini: Easy to whip up, great with your favorite wine, and a great vegetarian option. The earthy flavor of roasted mushrooms paired with creamy ricotta cheese makes a savory dish with layers of flavor. Call your friends—they’ll be impressed.
Easy No-Bake Brown Sugar & Lemon Meringue Pie Bites in Phyllo Cups
If you like lemon meringue, you’ll LOVE these individual pie bites! I’ll teach you how to make lemon curd AND an amazing no-bake brown sugar meringue topping. I think you are really going to love this one.
Mary’s Scratch-made Lemon Curd
The first time I had lemon curd was on a trip to Ireland. I stayed at a lovely bed and breakfast where our host served it up alongside homemade scones, and WOW. It was pure heaven. This is not an overstatement. Now I make it all the time, and you can too!
Easy Fettuccine Pasta with Pancetta, Asparagus and Peas
Asparagus and pancetta are the stars of this super easy fettuccine pasta recipe. Crispy pancetta, fresh spring asparagus, peas… Finish it off with a splash of cream, Parmesan, and fresh herbs. People will be drooling at the kitchen door.
Mary's Best Christmas Cookie Recipes: Biscotti, Cuccidati, Linzer, Bourbon Balls, Amaretti, Pizzelle and other Family Favorites
These cookies are perfect for a holiday cookie swap, especially packaged in a lovely Christmas cookie tin, ribbon, and a sprig of decorative berries. They are colorful, festive, and delicious. A lovely Christmas cookie in the shape of a Christmas present embellished with a lovely ribbon. Now that’s a beautiful splash of color on any Christmas cookie tray.