Roasted Vegetable Samosas

This samosa recipe is a Steph McVox special. The dough is easy to prepare and has a light, flaky tenderness to it.

Classic Chocolate Brownies

I can’t take any credit for this brownie recipe. The good folks at America’s Test Kitchen tested this recipe to perfection as they do all their recipes.

Candied Rosemary Almonds

If you’re going to make these Candied Rosemary Almonds, I’d highly recommend doubling the recipe. One handful isn’t enough. The buttery salty-sweet combination is balanced by the fresh earthy rosemary.

The Shiny Tomato Bloody Mary

Hot in anticipation for the return of Mad Men, I invited a few retro-licious friends over to watch the season five premiere. We gathered around my TV clutching our Bloody Mary cocktails, oohing, ahhing and salivating over Don Draper.

Irish Boxty Potato Cakes with Rosemary and Chives

Green is sure easy on the eyes. My grandmother Frankie said this many years ago when we were standing above a kitchen sink window admiring the young spring buds on the trees.

Cheddar Buttermilk Quick Bread

Got buttermik? After making this Cheddar Buttermilk Quick Bread, this question won’t be in my vocabulary anymore. Buttermilk will be a regular staple. I like adding it to baking and its creamy tang brings a richness to this bread.

Black Bean and Sweet Potato Chili

For me, garnishes are an important aspect of chili. Almost as much as the chili. I like to have lots, with extra on the side in case I need to add more. This chili recipe is warm, hearty and satisfying.