A perfect recipe for a hot, summer’s day or any day you would want a cold soup! Cold Asparagus Bisque has everything you would want from French country cooking – simple, seasonal, rich, and creamy. Hello, all. Summer days will soon be upon us! (Or maybe your spring days are hot?) Days when I want... Read More » The post Cold Asparagus Bisque appeared first on Just a Little Bit of Bacon.| Just a Little Bit of Bacon
Oven roasted tomato sauce is an amazing way to enjoy garden fresh tomatoes! Thick, rich, full of concentrated and intense flavors. This is summer in a bottle. Hello, all. Every year during peak tomato season I swing by my local farm stand and pick up a box or two of “seconds” to make sauce. While... Read More » The post Roasted Tomato Sauce appeared first on Just a Little Bit of Bacon.| Just a Little Bit of Bacon
For a delicious meal perfect for a picnic or a dinner on the patio, try a pan bagnat! This pressed sandwich from Nice is not only easy to make, but it improves with age as the bread soaks up the dressing. Hello, all. Summer is in full swing again here, leaving me to brainstorm dinners... Read More » The post Pan Bagnat (French Pressed Sandwich) appeared first on Just a Little Bit of Bacon.| Just a Little Bit of Bacon
My Italian sausage salad is full of fresh summer vegetables, creamy burrata, and juicy sausage for a perfect summertime bowl dinner without heating up the kitchen! Add a bright, lemony dressing and you have meal worthy of putting into regular rotation. Hello, all. Italian sausage salad One of my favorite meals to enjoy at nearby... Read More » The post Grilled Italian Sausage Salad appeared first on Just a Little Bit of Bacon.| Just a Little Bit of Bacon
Creamy, smooth, and studded with fresh berries! My blueberry cheesecake bars are not too fussy while having all the delicious flavor you expect. The perfect make-ahead dessert to bring to a party. Hello, all. What is it about dessert bar recipes that make them feel so much more low key than pies or cakes? Maybe... Read More » The post Blueberry Cheesecake Bars appeared first on Just a Little Bit of Bacon.| Just a Little Bit of Bacon
I have two of the best words for a romantic dinner: impressive AND simple! My pan seared pork chops are brined and reversed seared making them juicy and tender with minimal hands on work. And then the sauce! Creamy, spicy, sweet; it’s everything thing you want in a pan sauce. Open a bottle of wine... Read More » The post Thick Cut Pan Seared Pork Chops with Apples and Cream appeared first on Just a Little Bit of Bacon.| Just a Little Bit of Bacon
White bean soup is one of my favorite everyday dinners! Tons of flavor, a snap to put together thanks to canned beans, and a family pleaser. All of which makes this recipe perfect for weeknight meals. Hello, all. If you love soup, you need this Italian beans soup in your life! It’s creamy (without any... Read More » The post Tuscan White Bean Soup appeared first on Just a Little Bit of Bacon.| Just a Little Bit of Bacon
Looking for a new cocktail to enjoy as the weather gets warmer? My lemon honey mule is simple and refreshing! Perfect for enjoying on a summer’s day. Hello, all. Today’s recipe inspiration comes via my husband who thought I really needed to add a new cocktail to the site AND that it should be a... Read More » The post Lemon Honey Mule appeared first on Just a Little Bit of Bacon.| Just a Little Bit of Bacon
Slow roasted fish is still fast! And oh so tender.| Just a Little Bit of Bacon
This classic bolognese is meaty and delicious!| Just a Little Bit of Bacon