Get ready to wow your guests with our show-stopping Seven Layer Salad! Not only does it look stunning in a large glass bowl, but it’s also bursting with delicious flavors and textures. This salad is the perfect addition to any meal, whether you’re hosting a family gathering or a dinner party with friends. And the […]

Who else is loving the abundance of fresh local veggies right now? My garden is overflowing with spinach, lettuces, peas, squash, raspberries and several herbs. Due to the wet, warm, humid weather we are experiencing here in Portland, my hair is constantly curly, and many varieties of weeds are thriving in our yard. But lets

In honor of National Chocolate Day, I’m posting a recipe that is so fabulous it started a worldwide giveaway on my previous blog. Dark bittersweet chocolate, sea salt, what’s not to love? The intense flavors of dark chocolate and fleur de sel come together for a party in your mouth. If you have not yet

Raise your hand if you’ve never had sweet potato pie. Much like pumpkin in its consistency, sweet potato pie is custard-like and creamy, but the spices in this recipe create a dessert that is nothing short of heavenly. Trust me on the coriander… I hesitated on that one too. In my family, no one likes

This morning I received an email from a reader who very politely let me know I had left out potatoes in my list of ingredients when I posted this corn chowder recipe over on PortlandPeeps. My bad! Her message made me realize my omission of soups here on CookingFever. Soup is one of my favorites