Bonsai!!!

I have recently taken an interest in the art of the Bonsai. The oldest Bonsai tree to date is over 1000 years old! It is the infamous, Ficus retusa linn, and can be found in the Crespi Bonsai Museum in Milan, Italy. Can you imagine? All I can say is WOW! All in all the…

Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp

A quintessential Spring dessert that marries tart with sweet to create a distinct, memorable flavor combination that is not only delicious, but also a hallmark of better weather ahead. Serves 4-6. Time: Prep 20 min Cook 45-50 min Ingredients Method Combine fruit, sugar, cornstarch, vanilla and orange zest. Gently mix and set aside. In food…

Chicken Tortellini Soup

A simple, weeknight soup. Savory and full of flavor. I make soups of this variation quite a bit, sometimes with more marinara with zucchini, garbanzo beans, spicy sausage and a smaller pasta instead of chicken and tortellini; but always with the parmesan. Got to have that parm to make this type of soup work. Serves…