Pastry

June 24, 2021

Moroccan M’hanncha (The snake) Cake

If you are a fan of flakey, buttery phyllo pastry then this dessert has your name written all over it. This Moroccan M’hanncha aka: Snake Cake is named so because of the coil shape. This treat is fun to prepare and is total crowd pleaser. I recently cooked an al fresco Moroccan themed dinner for a group at Camp V and this dish took center stage. The guests all devoured it! If you happen to have some left over it’s wonderful to wake up to as well. Serve it for breakfast or brunch with plenty of coffee. You can make one large coil “snake” or individual coils. I liked that each guest had their own swirl to themselves!

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The Moroccan themed al fresco feast at Camp V was a huge success!

Looking for more phyllo pastry recipes? For as long as I can remember, Baklava has been one of my all time favorite treats. I’ve got two recipes you can try out Strawberry Almond Baklava and Pumpkin Pie Baklava. Both hit the spot!

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Moroccan M'hanncha (The Snake) Cake recipe

~ Marla Meridith

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Pasta

June 14, 2021

Orecchiette with Sausage & Spinach

Orecchiette has become the quintessential popular kid in the world of pasta. All pasta shapes are fascinating but Orecchiette offers something extra special. These “small ears” hail from Apulia, a region of Southern Italy. With a substantial texture, this shape holds up to most sauces and is perfect for those who love al dente, a firmer “chewier” profile. This shape is perfect for scooping up chunkier sauces.

The level of spiciness for the sausage is up to you. I prefer a minimally spicy, high quality breakfast sausage but you can go with sweet Italian or feisty, spicy Andouille in this recipe. Serving this dish family style is perfect for outdoor summer dining as an appetizer or main dish.

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Orecchiette with Sausage & Spinach recipe

~ Marla Meridith

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Grilling

June 8, 2021

Grilled Salmon & Couscous in Foil Packets

Around here we’ve been enjoying the warmer temps and the ability to cook more outside. It’s so satisfying when a healthy, hearty meal can be cooked with virtually no clean up whatsoever. All you need for this simple recipe are portions of salmon (or any fish you prefer) fresh veggies and couscous. I added in some sun-dried tomatoes and sliced Kalamata olives to add to the flavor. Layer the ingredients on a piece of foil, season, wrap it all up and fire up the grill or oven.

Grilled Salmon with Couscous in Foil Packets recipe — Getting my grill on!

This dish is great for entertaining and camping. Everyone loves the little mystery of finding out what’s inside the foil packets. You can’t go wrong with this recipe even if you’ve never cooked salmon before! The foil locks in moisture and flavor ensuring that your lovely piece of salmon turns out flakey, moist, and tender every single time you cook it.

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~ Marla Meridith

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Breakfast

May 28, 2021

Blue Corn Pancakes with Vanilla Crema & Raspberry Sauce

What brightens a morning more than a delicious stack of pancakes? I’m catering an event at CampV this weekend for 80 people and the menu request was for pancakes and bacon. I wanted to share something special at the brunch so I elevated traditional pancakes and added blue corn to the recipe. People these days are looking for something out of the ordinary and around here thinking outside the box is always in favor. Blue cornmeal is a staple in New Mexican cuisine and is used commonly to make tortillas. It has more protein than white or yellow corn and a sweet nutty flavor. It works wonderfully in pancakes. muffins, quick breads, cereals and more.

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~ Marla Meridith

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Fashion

May 19, 2021

Target Hits the Mark with Summer Fashions

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As things are opening up again in the world it’s exciting to know that we can start going out to restaurants, bars and all kinds of events. How will you embrace this feeling of new found freedom? Maybe it’s shopping for some fun new summer clothes?

When it comes to summer fashion it’s great to have a versatile wardrobe full of easy to wear styles. Having plentiful tees, tanks, shorts and dresses at the ready makes life way easier. Target hits it’s mark with simple styles that are super affordable and look as great as some expensive boutique pieces.

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Target Fashion Summer 2021 — This cute red dress is a favorite for cookouts!

In this post I share several of my favorites all available online or in your nearest Target. You can see the versatility of their collection and how there is really something for everyone. The palette this season is muted brights, with several great neutrals in the mix. Happy shopping!

Tie dye is always a great choice for summer beach and park days!

~ Marla Meridith

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BBQ

May 9, 2021

Ultimate Campfire Skillet S’mores

When it comes to campfire cooking, easy recipes that require minimum effort mean you can enjoy more time socializing before, during and after you cook. My boyfriend and I just launched a series of Campfire Cookouts at a new glamping venue called CampV. Located in Naturita, CO (52 miles from Telluride, CO) this Camp beckons the spirited wanderer to step back into nature. We absolutely love cooking for the guests and it’s super fun for me to come up with new and exciting menus to suit all the hungry guests, meat eaters, pescatarians and plant based.

The ULTIMATE Campfire Skillet S'mores Dip Recipe

My original recipe for Campfire Skillet S’mores was ready for a reinvention so now we have….ta daa…Ultimate Campfire Skillet S’mores which is a hit with everyone each time we prepare it. This version has layers of chocolate, butterscotch, coconut and marshmallows. It’s a total party to dive into.

S’mores are always top of the list at any cookout, but this dessert elevates a classic we already know and love so much. I’ll share more about CampV soon, stay tuned for that. In the mean time, let’s make some skillet s’mores!

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~ Marla Meridith

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Appetizers

April 15, 2021

Campfire Loaded Veggie Nachos

You really can’t go wrong with a sizzling skillet full of nachos. There are no big rules with this recipe, which is great for the laid back days of summer. You can improvise and experiment with all kinds of veggies. We like a traditional mix of beans, corn, onions, olives and a easy can of Rotel. These Campfire Loaded Veggie Nachos are made extra tasty with a hearty drizzle of this Chipotle Cream Sauce & Dip.

If you don’t have access to a grill or campfire you can also bake this dish in the oven.

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~ Marla Meridith

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Appetizers

April 12, 2021

Grilled Brie with Tomatoes and Basil

Recently we crafted a campfire cookout menu and fed eight amazing guests at Camp V, a historic boutique camp located just 54 minutes from Telluride, Colorado. The response to this Grilled Brie with Tomatoes and Basil was an overwhelming WOW and it’s guaranteed to be on the menu forever.

There’s nothing like melted brie paired with a fresh tomato/basil topping. The topping is reminiscent of a fresh caprese or traditional bruschetta topping. Serve with sliced baguette, crostini, pita chips. This recipe is best on the grill but easy and just as delicious prepared in the oven.

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10 inch Cast Iron Griddle — My favorite cast iron griddle for this recipe!

Grilled BriGrilled Brie with Tomatoes and Basil recipee with Tomatoes and Basil recipe

~ Marla Meridith

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Fashion

April 10, 2021

The Spring/Summer 2021 Pretty Dress Edit

As we enter into an exciting new season with way more freedom than last year, it’s time to choose a few pretty dresses to compliment the warmer temps. There are so many great pieces to choose from, included in this post are some of my favorites. Whether you are into prints or solids, short or long, brights or muted colors. I’m sure there’s a look out there you will fall in love with and want to wear on the most beautiful sunny day. The Sweet Cherry gingham dress I’m wearing above is here.

There’s something about wearing a dress that makes you feel so special and pretty. 2021 is shaping up to be less restrictive and quite a bit more social than 2020. Do you already have some fun events on the calendar? If so, then you need to get your dress closet ready!

Happy shopping!

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~ Marla Meridith

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Dips

April 7, 2021

Creamy Chipotle Sauce & Dip

I’ve always been one for sauce. In my opinion a delicious sauce adds so much more dimension and character to a dish. This Creamy Chipotle Sauce is a go-to for so many recipes. You can drizzle it over grilled veggies, taco salads, nachos, seafood, fajitas, in sandwiches, use as a dip and for anything else you can think of. The smokiness of Chipotle peppers cannot be compared to anything else out there. This sauce will last in the fridge for up to a week stored in an airtight container.

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~ Marla Meridith

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Breakfast

March 30, 2021

Homemade Strawberry Pop Tarts

We are just about to wrap an epic ski season here in Telluride, Colorado and my goal is to start cooking and baking way more! I get swooned easily by the slopes and whoosh, the days go by quickly and I don’t get nearly as much done as I would like. Great news is I had a serious craving for pop tarts the other day and these delicious Homemade Strawberry Pop Tarts came to be. They didn’t last long in our house and they got a unanimous thumbs up from all.

The Best Homemade Strawberry Pop Tarts Recipe

This recipe calls for a scratch pastry crust (trust me you will never want store bought dough again.) The real-fruit strawberry filling is to die for! It makes a whole lot and the extra can be used over pancakes, stirred into plain yogurt or oatmeal. It’s also great as a topping for vanilla bean ice cream.

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The BEST Strawberry Pop Tarts Recipe ever!

~ Marla Meridith

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Breakfast

March 19, 2021

Baked Cinnamon Apple French Toast

Nothing beats waking up to a decadent, calorie packed breakfast. Add a piping hot cup of coffee and all is right in the world. Couldn’t be better actually! Throw an epic ski day into the mix and heaven found….besides all that skiing will burn off a few servings of this irresistibly delicious Baked Cinnamon Apple French Toast. It’s easy to toss this recipe together and it doesn’t require any fussy details. Easy comfort food, home cooking that works with our busy lives.

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Baked Apple Cinnamon French Toast recipe

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