Food Appetizers Almond Stuffed Bacon Wrapped Dates – Recipe! September 29, 2017 / November 23, 2025 by Gena Bell | Leave a Comment Wrapping fruits and vegetables in bacon has been a technique for 50 years or more. Remember Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts – better known as Rumaki? These tangy little treats were served at many parties when I was a kid and if they don’t say, “1970’s” I don’t know what does! For a nice twist, chewy […] Read more » Almond Stuffed Bacon Wrapped Dates - Recipe! Appetizers Bacon Dates Recipe cooking with Gena Bell Date Recipes
Food Family Style Laugh Main Courses Quinoa Jambalaya Stuffed Peppers – Recipe! (Sponsored Post) September 27, 2017 / November 23, 2025 by Gena Bell | Leave a Comment Jambalaya originated in Louisiana and comes from French and Spanish influences. The rice based dish usually contains chicken, sausage and/or shrimp in a light tomato base. The flavors are tangy and rustic – a true comfort food and perfect during the fall and winter months, when the weather starts to get a little cooler. Traditionally […] Read more » Best Jambalaya Recipe cooking with Gena Bell Family Style Dinners Jennie-O Smoked Turkey Sausage Quinoa Jambalaya Quinoa Jambalaya Stuffed Peppers - Recipe! Weeknight Meals
Love Cookies Peanut Butter, Marshmallow & Chocolate Cookies – Recipe! September 26, 2017 / November 23, 2025 by Gena Bell | 1 Comment on Peanut Butter, Marshmallow & Chocolate Cookies – Recipe! I am a huge fan of peanut butter, but I think my brother actually wins the award for biggest “Peanut Butter Lover.” When we were kids that was all he ate, peanut butter & jelly sandwiches. Even today I think he still starts his day with a good smear on his bagel before he heads […] Read more » Baking with Gena Bell Best Cookie Recipe Cookies Recipes Marshmallow & Chocolate Cookies - Recipe! Marshmallow Recipes Peanut Butter Peanut Butter Cookie Recipe
Food Family Style Laugh Main Courses Langoustine Arugula Pesto Pasta – Recipe! September 25, 2017 / November 23, 2025 by Gena Bell | Leave a Comment Langoustines are tiny squat lobsters with sweet tail meat that when cooked, add great flavor and texture to any dish. These crustaceans tend to be inexpensive compared to American lobster and have all the same great characteristics. Langoustines can be found frozen in many grocery stores and Trader Joe’s, which makes it handy to use […] Read more » Arugula Pesto Recipe cooking with Gena Bell Family Style Recipes Langoutine Arugula Pesto Pasta - Recipe! Langoutine Recipes Pasta Recipes Weeknight Meals
Laugh Social Sundays Social Sundays – Osso Bucco, Risotto Milanese, and Apple Crostata with Video! September 24, 2017 / November 23, 2025 by Gena Bell | Leave a Comment It is now fall, my favorite time of year to cook, so I thought we would kick off this season with some Italian comfort food. Italian food is actually the most popular type of cuisine here in the states – no surprise. The traditional dishes are rustic and warm and play on flavors of each […] Read more » and Apple Crostata with Video! Apple Crostata Recipe Apple Crostata Video Baking Video cooking with Gena Bell Osso Bucco Recipe Risotto Milanese Social Sundays Social Sundays - Osso Bucco
Food Breakfast Heirloom Tomato & Basil Egg Tartines – Recipe! September 22, 2017 / November 23, 2025 by Gena Bell | Leave a Comment Yes, summer is finally over, ergo the last of the fresh heirloom tomatoes. So, to say a proper goodbye I thought I would create one last tomato recipe that highlights these fruits on a simple breakfast sandwich. Tartines are a French play on open-faced sandwiches. I prefer them because you can enjoy the toppings a […] Read more » Breakfast Tartines Brunch Recipes cooking with Gena Bell Egg recipes Egg Sandwiches Heirloom Tomato & Basil Egg Tartine - Recipe! Heirloom Tomato Recipes
Food Salads Grainy Spinach Salad with Tahini Dressing – Recipe! September 18, 2017 / November 23, 2025 by Gena Bell | 1 Comment on Grainy Spinach Salad with Tahini Dressing – Recipe! Grains are In people – ancient, rustic and earthy with chewy textures that compliment soups, stews, and salads. Millet, teff, rye and barley are all on the grainy scene soon to surpass the quinoa loving generation. However, farro, an ancient wheat traditionally from Italy, either from three different species – emmer, spelt or einkorn – […] Read more » cooking with Gena Bell Grainy Spinach Salad Grainy Spinach Salad with Tahini Dressing - Recipe! How to Make a Spinach Salad Salad Recipes Tahini Dressing
Laugh Social Sundays Social Sundays, Game Day Appetizers – Smoky Baked Sweet Potato Chips, Buffalo Macaroni & Cheese Cups, and Grilled Korean Hot Wings! September 17, 2017 / November 23, 2025 by Gena Bell | Leave a Comment Football season has just begun and now that Los Angeles has not one, but two teams, I thought we would kick off this weeks Social Sunday’s Menu with Game Day Appetizers. I’m in love with finger foods, not a lot of fuss and easier clean-up. These three outstanding festive football recipes will delight your guests […] Read more » and Grilled Korean Hot Wings! Appetizers Buffalo Macaroni & Cheese Cups Football Party Foods Game Day Appetizers Game Day Menu - Smoky Baked Sweet Potato Chips Grilled Korean Hot Wings Recipe Smoky Baked Sweet Potato Chips Social Sundays
Preserving Love Lemon Fig Freezer Preserves – Recipe! September 14, 2017 / November 23, 2025 by Gena Bell | Leave a Comment Preserving is a nice way to use up fresh fruit and vegetables, so they don’t go to waist before summer’s end. I love homemade jams and jellies, there is nothing like a fresh spoonful on top of toast or drizzled over ice cream. Freezer Jams and Preserves are simple to make without the hassle of […] Read more » cooking with Gena Bell Fig Jam How to Make Preserves Lemon Fig Freezer Preserves - Recipe! Preserving
Laugh Social Sundays Social Sundays – Chicken Puttanesca, Celeriac Puree, and Buckwheat Orange Cake! September 9, 2017 / November 23, 2025 by Gena Bell | Leave a Comment Social Sundays is tomorrow, but I thought I would publish this menu a day ahead to give you plenty of time to plan, shop and cook. This Social Sundays Menu is loaded with fun flavorful foods that almost feel like fall. I’ll admit I like summer for the outdoor adventures, but fall is my true […] Read more » and Buckwheat Orange Cake! Buckwheat Cake Celeriac Puree Chicken Puttanesca Cooking cooking with Gena Bell Recipes Social Sundays - Chicken Puttanesca Social Sundays Menu Sunday Suppers
