Recipes & More
Here you will find all of Christina’s Recipes. Some are her own, some are modified from recipes from books or the internet. And some are family recipes. We will be updating this section as we go.
The Tourist Mai Tai
This is a light fruity Mai Tai that will leave you feeling very refreshed!
Mango Delight Drink
Fruity light cocktail great for when you don’t want a strong drink!
Fall Maple Syrup Spiced Rum Drink
I’m often looking for a cocktail that is not too strong, but tastes good. This yummy drink perfect for a fall or winter evening.
Christina’s Balsamic Vinegar Salad
Great salad to bring to potlucks. It has everything in it! Fruit, greens, and protein.
Gift Baskets From Local Merchants
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Organic Pumpkin Pie
Organic pumpkin pie made from canned pumpkin. Easy and yummy! Can also be made Gluten free
Unique and Trendy Gift Baskets
Are you interested in an alternative to Harry and David?
Robert’s Salmon with Tomatoes & Olives
Yummy, fast, low cal meal from my brother-in-law Robert!.
Pat’s Roasted Organic Chicken
Pat's Roasted Organic ChickenServings 4 Ready In: 3 hoursCourse: MainGood For: DinnerInroduction...
Garlic Shrimp Scampi with Sun Dried Tomatoes
Garlic Shrimp Scampi with Sun Dried TomatoesServings 3Ready In: 45 minCourse: MainGood For:...
Chicken Caesar Salad
This is a great meal to whip up on a hot summer’s day. You can adjust it for vegetarians (remove the chicken) or gluten free folks (remove the croutons)
Zucchini – Quoina Salad
Zucchini - Quoina SaladServings 4 Ready In: 60 minCourse: Side DishGood For: Lunch,...
Easy Turkey Meatloaf
Easy Turkey MeatloafServings 5Ready In: 1 hour 40 minCourse: MainGood For: DinnerInroduction About...
Fast and Easy Turkey Bolognese
Here is a quick and easy recipe for Turkey Bolognese that you can keep all ingredients in the house and make it at the last minute
Hoisin Chicken & Ramen Noodles
Hoisin Chicken & Ramen NoodlesServings 1Ready In: 7 minCourse: MainGood For: LunchInroduction...
Pat’s Scallops with Lime, Garlic, & Cilantro
This is a quick and easy scallop dish with lime and cillantro. Great for a summer evening!
Buddy’s Mushroom Risotto
I love Buddy V from Cake Boss, and when I found his video on youtube, he got me hooked on the...
Chinese Chicken with Carrots and Shiitake Mushrooms
My favorite Asian dish to make at home
Chinese Chicken Thighs with Ginger Garlic Tomato Sauce
This is the recipe for the dish my step father used to make from the Craig Clairborne Cookbook. I have adapted it to make it my own.
Lemonade Jello
Homemade lemon Jello is much better than store bought
Beef Stew with Guinness Beer
This recipe is so easy! it comes together fast, and the Guinness makes it hearty. It originally...