Recipes

Updated in 2021 – this recipe is still one of the best ones I’ve found for Gazpacho Andaluz. This recipe came from my host mother (the family I lived with when I studied in Sevilla in 2003). She was an… Read full article

Rick and Paola (founders of ExperiencePlus! and parents to Monica and Maria Elena) have spent the last few years exploring the Western U.S. in their RV.  They happened to be in Nebraska in the spring of 2020 and ended up… Read full article

‘Tis the season for all things pumpkin. One of my favorite applications for pumpkin is muffins.  There is something about that flavor, the spices and the sweetness that makes them so good.  This recipe was borrowed from Pretty Simple Sweet… Read full article

If you have too many zucchini growing in your garden (or your neighbor is desperately trying to give you more), try out this zucchini pizza crust with your favorite pizza toppings. Ingredients: Parchment paper 2 cups, packed and drained (or… Read full article

Light and Filling Salade Nicoise Of the many interesting salads offered in France, from those with cheese to meat to more complex combinations, this is one of my favorites. It is a light dish that I find very satisfying. The… Read full article

If this cocktail doesn’t say summer in Italy, I don’t know what does. Bring a little taste of Italy to your back porch this summer with an Aperol Spritz. Ingredients 2 oz. Aperol 3 oz. Prosecco Splash of club soda… Read full article

Between the creamy custard, bright color and melt-in-your-mouth crust, this recipe makes for a perfect ending to any meal! Ingredients unsalted butter, for greasing plain flour, for dusting 375 g sweet shortcrust pastry 2 tablespoons grated ginger 1 orange 300… Read full article

Have you joined the COVID baking craze while stuck at home? If so, this would make a great topping for one of your homemade loafs. If not, you can swing by the store and snag you favorite loaf of fresh… Read full article

Recipe: Ricotta Dumplings with Asparagus and Garlic Get excited for spring with this fresh recipe! Looking for something new to cook up as you settle into spring? Roll up your sleeves and dive into this delicious recipe that is sure… Read full article

If you’ve got guests coming over and would like a delicious desert that takes very little prep time (though it does need a pit of patience while it solidifies,) this classic Italian dessert is a must-try! Panna Cotta  – “cooked… Read full article

This iconic, palm-size pastry recipe dates back to the 16th century, when the confections, like many other Portuguese sweets, were made by nuns in convents. Presently, locals eat this custard-filled puff pastry at breakfast, after lunch, or any time they’re… Read full article

Recipe: Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup With the recent bout of chilly weather in Colorado, there has been a lot of discussion in the US office about the wonders of a crock pot. The crock pot is a wonderful kitchen companion… Read full article

Tiramisu: Make it gluten free! You won’t even know the gluten’s gone missing… This recipe will be a hit at any meal, but is also a special nod to my fellow Celiacs (gluten-free folks)! It can be tough to navigate… Read full article