Ice Cream Love Watermelon Mint Mojito Sherbet Recipe September 7, 2014 / November 23, 2025 by Gena Bell | Leave a Comment Summer is almost over, but it is still hotter than ever. Watermelons are still in the grocery stores at reduced prices and are a great refreshing treat. Sherbet, another cooling sweet is a past favorite of mine and it reminds me of the days when I walked to Sav-On Drugs to get a nice big […] Read more » cooking with Gena Bell Cool Summer Treats Ice Cream Recipes Mojito Recipes Sherbet Recipe Watermelon Mint Mojito Sherbet Recipe Watermelon Recipes What to do with a Watermelon
Love Restaurants Marche’ Moderne – Orange County September 5, 2014 / November 23, 2025 by Gena Bell | Leave a Comment Marche’ Moderne located on the penthouse level in the South Coast Plaza has been creating exceptional French fare for years now. The location can be a little tricky, being on the third floor of a two-floored mall, however it is worth the effort to dine here. The French Modernesque cuisine has subtle touches of elegance […] Read more » Great Fine Dining Orange County Great French Restaurants Orange County Great Restaurants Costa Mesa Marche Moderne - Orange County Marche Moderne Costa Mesa Marche' Moderne South Coast Plaza Restaurants
Desserts Food Rustic Blueberry Almond Tart – Recipe! September 4, 2014 / November 23, 2025 by Gena Bell | Leave a Comment Rustic tarts are the perfect summertime dessert and since we are heading into the last few weeks of these warm weather months, I thought I would share my Rustic Blueberry Almond Tart Recipe to celebrate. This recipe takes a few steps, but both the crust and frangipane (almond cream) are made in a food processor […] Read more » Baking With Blueberries Baking with Gena Bell End of Summer Recipes How to Make a Rustic Tart How to Make Frangipane Rustic Blueberry Tart Recipe Rustic Blueberry Tart Recipe - Say Goodbye to Summer! Summer Dessert Recipes Tart Recipes
Food Gluten-Free Live Main Courses Turkey & Mushroom Meatballs – Recipe! August 28, 2014 / November 23, 2025 by Gena Bell | Leave a Comment Recipes that include healthier ingredients, don’t necessarily need to lack flavor and can mimic the characteristics of heavier recipes. There are health benefits to eating lean protein and definitely more vegetables and I encourage recipes that contain both, like these Turkey & Mushroom Meatballs. I prefer to use dark meat turkey because it is moister than […] Read more » Cooking Low Carb cooking with Gena Bell Lightened Up Meatball Recipe Low Carb Meatballs Meatball Recipe Paleo Meatball Recipe Turkey & Mushroom Meatball Recipe Turkey & Mushroom Meatball Recipe - Low Carb Delicious! Turkey Meatball Recipe
Food Main Courses Oven Braised Chipotle Brisket – Recipe August 25, 2014 / November 23, 2025 by Gena Bell | 1 Comment on Oven Braised Chipotle Brisket – Recipe Brisket, the lower chest cut of meat from the cow, is a great choice for slow braising in the oven. Often, brisket is cooked for holiday dinners because you can slowly cook it all day and have a delicious family-style dinner by night. I find it is delicious anytime of the year with the proper […] Read more » Brisket Recipe Chipotle Brisket Recipe cooking with Gena Bell How to Braise Meat How to Cook Brisket Oven Braised Chipotle Brisket - Recipe Oven Braising Recipe
Love Preserving Sweet & Savory Fig Jam Recipe August 17, 2014 / November 23, 2025 by Gena Bell | 1 Comment on Sweet & Savory Fig Jam Recipe I have an amazing fig tree and this time of year it is filled with figs. I have a bit of a challenge because I am always trying to race to get the figs before the birds do. For the most part, I win even if I have to pick them a little early and […] Read more » Cooking with Fresh Figs cooking with Gena Bell Fig Jam Appetizers Fig Recipes Fresh Fig Recipes How to Cook with Fresh Figs Sweet & Savory Fig Jam Recipe
Love Travel Las Vegas 2014 – A Great Place to Celebrate! August 13, 2014 / November 23, 2025 by Gena Bell | Leave a Comment We just got back from a long weekend in Las Vegas to celebrate my dad’s 70th birthday. Las Vegas is the perfect place to meet your family and friends because it is a place of indulgence. The hotels are abundant with restaurants, bars and of course casinos just waiting for out-of-towners to partake in the […] Read more » Aria Hotel Burger Bar Mandalay Bay Las Vegas Cosmopolitan Hotel Las Vegas Double Barrel Monte Carlo Las Vegas 2014 - A Great Place to Celebrate! Las Vegas 2014 - A Place to Celebrate! Mirage Hotel Las Vegas Portofino Mirage Las Vegas Rose.Rabbit.Lie Las Vegas
Food Main Courses Prosciutto Wrapped Salmon with Grilled Lemon & Cipollini Onion Chutney – Recipe August 6, 2014 / November 23, 2025 by Gena Bell | Leave a Comment Grilled Salmon is a family favorite and I am always trying to drum up new ways to cook it. I love prosciutto and wrapping a fresh piece around the salmon creates a crunchy salty exterior that enhances the fresh moist fish. Grilling fish is sometimes tricky but, the prosciutto holds the fish together so it […] Read more » Cipollini Onion Recipes cooking with Gena Bell Grilled Lemon Recipes Grilled Salmon Recipes How to Grill Lemons How to Grill Salmon Lemon Recipes Prosciutto Wrapped Salmon with Grilled Lemon & Cipollini Onion Chutney - Recipe salmon recipes
Food Salads Kale and Brussels Sprout Salad with Fresh Figs – Recipe! August 5, 2014 / November 23, 2025 by Gena Bell | 1 Comment on Kale and Brussels Sprout Salad with Fresh Figs – Recipe! This salad recipe combines both kale and Brussels sprouts which can be slightly bitter, yet delicous and this shallot vinaigrette adds a sweetness that boosts flavor. The trick to making a great kale salad is to finely shred or chop the greens and message them with the dressing. Raw Brussels sprouts are delicious and with […] Read more » Brussels Sprout Salad Recipe Cooking with Figs cooking with Gena Bell genabellrecipes Great Salads For Summer How to Make Great Salads Kale & Brussels Sprout Recipes Kale & Brussels Sprout Salad with Fresh Figs - Recipe Kale Salad Recipes
Breakfast Food Dutch Baby Pancake with Raspberry Compote – Recipe August 1, 2014 / November 23, 2025 by Gena Bell | 1 Comment on Dutch Baby Pancake with Raspberry Compote – Recipe Dutch Babies or German Pancakes were a big thing when I was a kid. My mom on weekends would put together this enormous breakfast treat that I remember being slightly sweet and very light with an amazing texture. I would stand patiently watching the pancake rise through the glass and anticipating a great breakfast. Today, […] Read more » Brunch Recipes cooking with Gena Bell Dutch Baby Pancake Recipe Dutch Baby Pancake with Raspberry Compote - Recipe German Pancake Recipe Pancake Recipe Raspberry Compote Recipe
