I have lots of mushroom appetizer recipes and I’d like to share this cheesy mushroom one with you. Long ago I was very inspired by the Cher and Winona Ryder movie “Mermaids”. Cher’s mom character always makes hors d’oeuvres instead of regular meals and I really like that idea! You will need a food processor…
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Strawberry Pie
Try this strawberry pie which features fresh strawberries and cream cheese for a bite of spring flavor! This post contains affiliate links, which means that if you make a purchase using product links, I’ll receive compensation towards maintaining this blog. Start with an 8 inch pie shell (I use Pillsbury, from the dairy case. Follow directions carefully for…
Mushroom wild rice soup with wine, carrot, cream
I once had mushroom wild rice soup during a lovely visit to Nicollet Island in Minneapolis. As soon as I got home I tried to recreate it with canned cream of mushroom soup. I decided to try again without the canned soup. I hope you try it! You will need a large pot, knife, cooking…
Red beans and rice for Mardi Gras – and posts from 2016 year in review
For New Year’s, I thought it would be fun to reflect on how far I’ve come with Casa Bouquet and share 2016 year in review. I’m sharing some of the top posts for 2016. I am so grateful for my readers and the community of bloggers. And, it’s time to start celebrating Mardi Gras, so…
Black bean soup with cumin, beer, and peppers
Black bean soup is a favorite Caribbean dish, along with black beans and rice. I like to honor my mama’s culture by making Nicaraguan recipes, and black bean soup is a must! You will need a large pot, knife, cooking spoon, immersion blender, measuring cups and spoons. Instructions Open the cans of beans. Do not…