Despite not coming home with the big win with my Kickin’ Chipotle Fried Chicken Tenders and Cool Cucumber Slaw, the experience of competing on Food Network’s Ultimate Recipe Showdown is one I’ll cherish for a long time.  The cast and crew were terrific to work with.  Such professional and absolutely awesome people!  Guy Fieri and […]

Decadently delicious and deceivingly simple when you make use of store bought crepes!
1 (8 ounce) container mascarpone cheese
1 (8 ounce) container cream cheese
1 cup orange marmalade, divided
1 tablespoon amaretto
1 teaspoon orange zest
1 egg
1 (10 each) package prepared crepes
2 tablespoons butter, divided
1 cup heavy whipping cream
8 ounces good quality dark chocolate, chopped
2 ounces sliced almonds, toasted
Step 1:   […]

A quick reminder that I’ll be in studio at KIDO on Idaho Today with Dave Burnett, Brian Holmes and Michelle Mahoney.
If you’re curious about my upcoming appearance on Food Network’s Ultimate Recipe Showdown, you’ll want to listen in.  Plus we’ll be talking about last minute Valentine treat ideas for your sweetheart.  Here’s the crepe recipe.
Not in […]

I had the opportunity to write an article for the February/March issue of Eagle Life Magazine.
Chock full of St. Patrick’s Day recipes, it’s available online here.
I’d love to hear about it if you try any of the recipes…Happy Cooking!
Michelle

Slowly but surely, I’m adding new features and recipes here as I can.   No easy task with day-to-day life as a wife and the mom of an active 6 year old…and, finishing up the cookbook taking up most of my time.Â
Visitors can now post questions or comments to blog posts.  I look forward to starting a conversation!
Happy Cooking!
Michelle