Cauliflower Steaks with Walnut Pesto
This is a great recipe by Alex Lau. While it takes some time to make, it is really delicious and a wonderful vegetarian dish. 2 servings You will have more than enough of the cauliflower purée and the salsa. Use [...]
Skillet Shepherd’s Pie
I told my husband I would make him a traditional British recipe, shepherd's pie, but, of course, I had to change it up a bit. Apologies to our U.K. family and friends for altering a classic! I found this recipe [...]
Love Reconsidered: For Anyone “Who Loves a Story Full of Drama”
Thanks to Jessica Duffield for this review of Love Reconsidered on Paperback Paris! http://www.paperbackparis.com/love-reconsidered-phyllis-j-piano-book-review/
Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins
Made these today, and they were fantastic. Thanks to Jeanine from Faithfully Gluten Free for the recipe. I just made a few small changes and used silicone muffin cups, so they didn't stick at all. Ingredients Cream Cheese Filling: •4 [...]
Spinach, Mushroom and Onion Frittata
The great thing about this recipe is that you can add any vegetables that you like--if mushrooms and spinach aren't your favorites, substitute others. You can also add ham, bacon or sausage if you prefer meat over vegetables. I think [...]
Joy on Paper Interview on Love Reconsidered
Had so much fun talking to Patzi Gil about my new book! Hope you enjoy it. Joy on Paper Phyllis Piano interview
The Best Stuffed Mushrooms
Made these for the first time last night and served with pasta and salad. Yum! INGREDIENTS • 1 ¼ pounds mushrooms - 12-16 large • 4 tablespoons butter • Juice of 1/2 lemon • Salt and freshly ground pepper to [...]
Love Reconsidered Named One of Best Romance Novels of 2017!
Thanks to Your Tango for this honor! http://www.yourtango.com/2017308983/best-romance-novels-2017-every-hopeless-romantic-will-love
Roasted Baby Carrots with Garlic and Rosemary
I had a surplus of baby carrots, so found this recipe on the web and altered it a bit. Served it with tilapia piccata. It was a yummy meal! INGREDIENTS 1 pound fresh baby carrots 2 tablespoons olive oil Pinch [...]
Parsley New Potatoes
I've made red-skinned potatoes with parsley and butter many times before, but I have never made them with potatoes we've grown ourselves. I wanted to try a new recipe for these special potatoes, and I have to say that I [...]
Love Reconsidered Named Finalist in 2017 Best Book Awards
Thrilled to learn that Love Reconsidered was named a finalist in the Fiction: Chick Lit/Women's Lit category of the 2017 Best Book Awards.
Love Reconsidered Debuts in Waukesha, Appleton, WI
Fun to see this display in Appleton, thanks to Holly Hamblin of Barnes & Noble and a terrific book blogger. Loved my table right next to the Starbucks at the Appleton Barnes & Noble. It was fun to see my [...]
Corgis and the House that Helped Inspire Love, Reconsidered
That's Ted, Cindy Morrison's corgi. Special thanks to Cindy for hosting a book event at her house last night. Her beautiful lakeside home was the inspiration for the house I used in Love Reconsidered. Cindy's corgis, Hope and Cash, are [...]
Victoria Sponge
My husband requested a Victoria Sponge cake for his birthday. I made it from scratch gluten-free, so I could have some. If you watch the Great British Bakeoff, Mary Berry makes this cake. Just got this new cake stand, which [...]
Blue Cat Review: Love Reconsidered–Convoluted & Amazing!
Thanks to Blue Cat Review for their super coverage of Love Reconsidered. Totally Convoluted & Amazing By Judi E. Easley for Blue Cat Reviews What it’s about… Two families are in shock and grieving for the death of Stu, a [...]