Seafood - Oyster Stew For One Or Two

This is a quick and simple recipe for oyster stew, perfect for dinner for two with thick slices of buttered toast; or just eat the entire pot by yourself if you're especially hungry!

Salad - Deep Dish Layered Salad

Brown sugar gives the mayonnaise dressing a sweet richness, and curry and garlic powder give it a bit of nip. Once the veggies and eggs are sliced, chopped and shredded, you layer the salad, finishing with the dressing on the top. Sprinkle with bacon bits and Parmesan cheese.

Meat And Poultry - Chicken With Lemon Caper Sauce

This rich lemon-caper sauce is very versatile, and can be used with a variety of light meats, poultry, and fish.

Appetizers And Snacks - Best Ever Texas Caviar

This version of Texas caviar mixes black beans and pinto beans instead of black-eyed peas with jalapeno peppers, cilantro, red onion and bell peppers. Serve with scoop-style tortilla chips to make a zesty crowd-pleasing party appetizer.

Breakfast And Brunch - Fluffy French Toast

This French toast recipe is different because it uses flour. I have given it to some friends and they've all liked it better than the French toast they usually make!

Appetizers And Snacks - Bacon Wrapped Pineapple

Pieces of pineapple are wrapped in bacon and roasted in a sweet sauce. I started making these for family get-togethers and everyone LOVED them. No one could eat enough of them. I am also using them when I cater my daughter's wedding.

Herbs And Spices - Pesto With Arugula

This pesto is unique due to the arugula, which gives it a peppery bite. I also like the lack of cheese, but add it if you must. Use as a spread or on pasta. My favorite is on baguette slices or on whole wheat crackers. It's addictive!