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Romesco Sauce

Romesco Sauce

by Susan Denzer | Nov 1, 2022 | Appetizer, Brain-Boosting Ingredients, Easy To Prepare, Gluten Free, Recipe, Sauce, Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian

I love using simple sauces to take a dish from plain to “wow”! I first tried Romesco sauce many years ago while enjoying tapas at a Spanish restaurant in Minneapolis, MN. When I traveled to Spain years later, I was reminded of its fresh, appealing, and...
Cherry Tomato-Onion Confit

Cherry Tomato-Onion Confit

by Susan Denzer | Jun 30, 2022 | Appetizer, Easy To Prepare, Healthy, No Added Sugar, Recipe, Seasonal, Vegan, Vegetarian

Cherry Tomato-Onion Confit   Enjoy this fresh and delicious condiment with cheeses for happy hour, use as an addition to farro, pasta, bean, or chickpea salads, or as a topping for fish, chicken, or egg dishes. Extra cherry tomato-onion confit can be stored in a...
Avocado-Tomato Salsa

Avocado-Tomato Salsa

by Susan Denzer | Dec 29, 2021 | Appetizer, Easy To Prepare, Entree, Healthy, No Added Sugar, Recipe, Vegan, Vegetarian

Avocado-Tomato Salsa   Salsa is always a welcome party or happy hour snack, and also serves well as a tasty condiment for many entrees. This avocado version is fresh, tantalizing and slightly addictive – and it’s full of brain and health-boosting...
Black-Eyed Pea Salsa

Black-Eyed Pea Salsa

by Susan Denzer | Jul 9, 2021 | Appetizer, Easy To Prepare, Gluten Free, Healthy, Recipe, Salad, Side Dish, Superfoods, Vegan, Vegetarian

Black-Eyed Pea Salsa   I love munching. And especially on flavorful, good-for-me foods that don’t leave me feeling like I am missing out on anything. This nutrient-dense black-eyed pea salsa fits the bill. It’s basically a tangy riff on “Texas Cowboy Caviar”....
Creamy Sunflower Seed Butter Dipping Sauce

Creamy Sunflower Seed Butter Dipping Sauce

by Susan Denzer | May 7, 2021 | Appetizer, Easy To Prepare, Entree, Gluten Free, Healthy, No Added Sugar, Recipe, Salad, Side Dish, Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian

Creamy Sunflower Seed Butter Dipping Sauce   This creamy sunflower seed butter dipping sauce will quickly become a new favorite! It is a flavorful, versatile, modern take on Thai peanut sauce with no added sugar and lower sodium. And, since it is made with seed...
Herb and Cheese Gougeres

Herb and Cheese Gougeres

by Susan Denzer | Nov 24, 2020 | Appetizer, Gluten Free, No Added Sugar, Recipe, Side Dish

Herb and Cheese Gougeres   Every now and then, one needs a little baked gem!  These savory and airy gougeres made from choux pastry mixed with cheese are delightful.  They make terrific appetizers or additions to just about any entrée, and can be served “as...
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ABOUT THE CHEF

Chef Susan developed a passion for cooking and baking at an early age and that passion has never faded. She loves working with and learning about food, planning and organizing events, developing and testing recipes, teaching others, and generally “playing in the kitchen”.

Susan holds a Master’s degree in Education and an AAS degree in Culinary Arts. Her prior experiences as an educator and corporate training leader paired with her restaurant and catering experience provide a great foundation for her work as a Chef and Culinary Consultant.

  • Professionally trained in Culinary Arts
  • Passionate about all things culinary and keeping food and cooking real and enjoyable
  • Thoroughly enjoys assisting and supporting individuals, groups, and local businesses
  • Possesses strong planning, organization, and implementation skills
  • Experienced with in-home cooking, restaurants, and catering, and small to medium-sized event planning
  • ServeSafe certified Food Manager
  • Background in education and corporate training management