This is a fun and easy recipe to add to an impromptu breakfast in bed. This recipe was first published on page 108 of my second book “Welcome Home.” French Breakfast Croissants (called Pain Au Chocolat in France) Simply roll some dark chocolate chips into refrigerated, pre-made, refrigerated crescent roll dough. make sure all of…
Spa Cuisine Recipes
tuscan lemon pasta
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~Tuscan Lemon Pasta~ (Joey is making marinara sauce and filling every container possible with it. Chandler enters the room:) Chandler: “Whoa, whoa, so I’m guessing you didn’t get the part… or Italy called and said it was hungry.” -Friends This is a beautiful pasta dish that is light enough to serve in the summer. Fantastic…
Spa Cuisine: A is for… Alphabet Soup!
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maui mango crisp + coconut whipped cream
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Mmmmmm! Mango crisp is such a beautiful summer treat. It reminds me of a dessert I enjoyed while visiting a little restaurant in Lahaina, Maui. Whenever I cook with mangoes and ginger, the scents transport me to that amazing, tropical island. for the crumble topping: 1 cup all purpose flour 1 and 1/2 cups…
Spa Cuisine: Toasted Sesame Hummus
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This is one of our favorite sandwich spreads and dips to serve at a party. Toasted Sesame Hummus: In a food processor, combine: 2 cans chickpeas (drained) 2 Tablespoons tahini sauce 2 fresh cloves of garlic, peeled 2 Tablespoons lemon juice 2 Tablespoons toasted sesame oil 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil salt and cayenne…