Category Archives: Recipe

“I studied every shelf in the kitchen and came up with an idea that we’ve never done before using the collard greens!” – Chef Genevieve Recipe grade: ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ The recipe in three words: tasteful, colorful, and Italione! Where I discovered it: I made it at Hearts for the Homeless in downtownContinue reading “Recipe: Chicken Rotini with Collard Greens and Tomato Sauce”

Recipe grade: ★ ★ ★ Where I got this recipe: The recipe is based on a Martha Stewart book of cookie recipes Baking Partner: My sister Lauren The recipe in words: crunchy, snappy, spicy Tips from the chef: Definitely chill the dough overnight. What I liked about this recipe: I like that the cookie isContinue reading “Recipe: Speculaas Cookies”

“I dedicate this dish to my sister because she is vegetarian. This was a challenging vegetarian dish to make!” – Chef Genevieve Recipe grade: ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ The recipe in three words: colorful, crunchy, earthy! Where I discovered it: I got the recipe from Chef Tom at the East Aurora Country Club. CookingContinue reading “Recipe: Summer Ratatouille”

“The reason why I love this recipe is because it’s made from a world famous dessert from Louisiana!” – Chef Genevieve Recipe grade: ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Where I got this recipe: My sister bought the Cafe du Monde Beignet Mix in New Orleans, LA! Baking Partner: My sister Lauren The recipe in fourContinue reading “Recipe: Cafe de Monde Biegnets”

Recipe grade: ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Where I got this recipe: Our family friend, Stephanie Baking Partner: My mom The recipe in three words: delicious, fabulous, soft What I liked about this recipe: It’s the perfect recipe! The bread is better quality than the bread in stores and it costs less money, too! YouContinue reading “Recipe: Sourdough Rye Bread”

Type of cuisine: all types Who I went with: my dad, sister Lauren, and Ty http://www.diviandtamarijnaruba.com

“Good as an appetizer for special events. It’s a hit!” – Chef Genevieve Recipe grade: ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ The recipe in three words: delicious, flavorful, and festive! Where I discovered it: Weight Watcher’s app for the spinach artichoke dip and YouTube for the Christmas tree Cooking Partner: My mom What I liked aboutContinue reading “Recipe: Spinach Artichoke Dip with a Christmas Tree Crust”

Recipe grade: ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ The recipe in a few words: warm, very tasty, and savory! Where I discovered it: From my sister’s idea! Cooking Partners: My sister Lauren, her boyfriend Ty, and my dad What I liked about this recipe: I like that it came from my sister! I liked the crunchyContinue reading “Recipe: Homemade pizza”

“Perfect for Mexican night!” – Chef Genevieve Recipe grade: ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ The recipe in three words: tasty, salty, veggie-based Where I discovered it: Volunteering at Hearts for the Homeless with Chef Stacy Cooking Partner: My mom What I liked about this recipe: The taco boat: perfect! I love the flavor on theContinue reading “Recipe: Cilantro Lime Chicken Rice Bowl with Corn Shell Taco Boats”

Recipe grade: ★ ★ ★ “I need to practice this recipe again. It’s okay to try again. Don’t give up, just be you. You know the way!” – Chef Genevieve Where I got this recipe: My Aunt Diane! Cooking Partner: My mom The recipe in three words: soft, fabulous, delicious What I liked about thisContinue reading “Recipe: Soft Pretzel Bites”