Mary’s Favorite New Orleans Beignets

Mary’s Favorite New Orleans Beignets

Beignets are a must when visiting New Orleans. I love them so much that I had to find a way to make them at home. Turns out it’s actually pretty simple—you will definitely not regret having this recipe in your repertoire.
March 01, 2023 — Mary DiSomma
Mary’s Winter Citrus Salad with Shaved Fennel and Champagne Vinaigrette

Mary’s Winter Citrus Salad with Shaved Fennel and Champagne Vinaigrette

We still have a few weeks of winter left until spring rolls in on March 20th. With so many varieties of citrus fruits in the market right now, it’s the perfect time to enjoy my delicious winter citrus salad. It’s super colorful, it’s nutritious, and it’s chock full of flavors and textures.
February 24, 2023 — Mary DiSomma
Guinness Mac and Cheese with Irish Cheddar Cheese

Guinness Mac and Cheese with Irish Cheddar Cheese

On St. Patrick’s Day, everything's better with a little Guinness… including Mac and Cheese! The rich, dark, Guinness stout and the bright, tangy cheddar give this cheesy treat a complexity of flavor that takes mac and cheese to a whole new level.
February 23, 2023 — Mary DiSomma
Easter Treats: Carrot Cupcakes with Mascarpone Frosting and Marzipan Carrots

Easter Treats: Carrot Cupcakes with Mascarpone Frosting and Marzipan Carrots

My cute-as-can-be carrot cupcakes are topped with mascarpone frosting and edible marzipan carrots. They’re adorable, scrumptious, and they’re sure to become an Easter classic!
February 23, 2023 — Mary DiSomma
Easy Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon in the Oven

Easy Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon in the Oven

My brown sugar glazed salmon is an Easter favorite… and it’s Lent-approved! It’s the perfect recipe to serve to a crowd and it’s so easy that it takes the stress out of entertaining.
February 23, 2023 — Mary DiSomma
Chocolate Ganache Nutella Tart

Chocolate Ganache Nutella Tart for Peoria Magazine

When it comes to chocolate, I’m all in. So when it came to sending over a new recipe for Peoria Magazine, I went for my Chocolate Ganache Nutella® Tart. Learn more about all of my February recipes and get this recipe for yourself.
February 14, 2023 — Mary DiSomma
Pesto in Bowl

Mary DiSomma’s Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto

This is an unconventional pesto, but I promise you it’s going to have a home in your recipe box after one bite. This recipe is thanks to my husband’s love for sun dried tomatoes. It's a delicious twist on the original without any extra complicated steps. Could it get any better?
February 02, 2023 — Mary DiSomma
Ingredients for Chocolate Espresso Whipped Cream

Simple Chocolate Espresso Whipped Cream

Homemade whipped cream is on a whole other level! It’s so easy to make, there’s no reason you shouldn’t make it fresh at home (at least once in a while). This simple whipped cream recipe is flavored with chocolate and espresso powder, but you can easily omit those for a more classic result.
January 27, 2023 — Mary DiSomma
Mary’s Chocolate Brownie Pie Bars

Mary’s Chocolate Brownie Pie Bars with Homemade Chocolate Espresso Whipped Cream

Being from Chicago, I’m pretty partial to the brownie. Why, you ask? Because the brownie was birthed in my hometown, of course!
January 27, 2023 — Mary DiSomma
Koval Ginger Truffles on Plate

Koval Ginger Liqueur White Chocolate Truffles with Coconut and Crystalized Ginger

The recipe I’m sharing with you today is for some super flavorful white chocolate truffles with coconut, Koval ginger liqueur, and a crystallized ginger garnish.
January 27, 2023 — Mary DiSomma
Tags: coconut
White Chocolate Champagne Truffles with Edible Gold Leaf

White Chocolate Champagne Truffles with Edible Gold Leaf

Besides the refreshing champagne flavor, a luxurious touch of gold leaf takes these truffles over the top. At first glance, you might think they’re too pretty to eat. You’ll change your mind about that after about one bite.
January 27, 2023 — Mary DiSomma
Tags: Celebrations
Served Bittersweet Chocolate Truffles

Bittersweet Chocolate Truffles with Cognac Barrel-Aged Vanilla

Jump to Recipe Oh, how I love chocolate! It’s one of the best treats there is, anywhere, anytime. In fact, I usually have a bar of chocolate stashed in my...
January 27, 2023 — Mary DiSomma