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Maryland Style Crab Cakes

Maryland Style Crab Cakes

We say Maryland style crab cakes because quality crabmeat now comes from many different places. This recipe was selected from many attempts and voted the best. Enjoy! 🍷 Wine pairing: A nice Chardonnay pairs well with this dish.

Gravlax

Gravlax

Gravlax is a Nordic dish of fresh salmon that’s been cured with a combination of salt, sugar, and spices. It’s arguably the ultimate easy-to-make luxury food in the world! My wife and I have been enjoying a salmon and bagels Sunday brunch for most of our married life – this …

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Chicken Marsala

Chicken Marsala

Chicken Marsala is a classic Italian-American dish, easy to prepare with juicy pan-fried chicken smothered in a creamy mushroom and wine sauce. Enjoy! 🍷 Wine pairing: A nice Chardonnay or Pinot Noir pairs well with this dish.

Holiday Roast Turkey

Holiday Roast Turkey

The perfect holiday roast turkey. Enjoy! 🍷 Wine pairing: A nice Chardonnay pairs well with turkey as does a Riesling or Pinot Noir.

GARLIC SHRIMP AND AVOCADO CROSTINI

Garlic Shrimp and Avocado Crostini

Garlic Shrimp is always a favorite hors d’oeuvres.  This bite size version is perfect for any entertaining venue.Enjoy! 🍷 Wine pairing: A nice Chardonnay pairs well with this hors d’oeuvre

SKEWERED LEMON CHILI SHRIMP

Skewered Lemon Chili Shrimp

Skewered Lemon Chili Shrimp is always a favorite hors d’oeuvres. This is a great entertaining variation combining sweet and savory flavors.Enjoy! 🍷 Wine pairing: A nice Chardonnay pairs well with this hors d’oeuvres

Classic Chili

Moody’s Foodie’s Classic Chili

Who doesn’t love a hot bowl of classic chili on a cold winter’s day? 🍷 Wine pairing: A hearty red goes nicely on a cold winter’s night!

Grilled Swordfish

Grilled Swordfish

Grilled Swordfish, when it is good, is a real treat.  This recipe came from an old college friend who prepared it for us over 30 years ago.  It’s an easy recipe for a delightful meal.  Be sure to pair this with the Cucumber Dill Sauce; you will not be disappointed. …

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Potatoes Dauphinoise

Potatoes Dauphinoise

This potatoes dauphinoise is a great all-around entertaining recipe, a real crowd pleaser.  It may sound difficult but it’s so easy and can be adjusted for any size group, just add more potatoes and cream.