Patricia, Author at Grab A Plate

Sesame and Nori Popcorn

February 25, 2014 By Patricia 8 Comments

Shake up snack time with this recipe for sesame and nori popcorn. It’s a different and flavorful take on a classic snack.

Chocolate Beet Donuts with Peppermint Cream Cheese Frosting

February 11, 2014 By Patricia 7 Comments

Chocolate beet donuts with peppermint cream cheese frosting are something special! They’re moist and rich, and topped with a pink-hued creamy frosting for an extra-special touch.

Fresh Orange Juice & Ginger Smoothies

January 13, 2014 By Patricia 54 Comments

Summers in Phoenix are brutal, but I’m pretty sure Mother Nature tries to make up for it by giving us mild winters with trees teeming with citrus fruit. So what do you do when life gives you oranges in the middle of winter? You make Fresh Orange Juice & Ginger Smoothies, of course!

Roasted Tomato Bisque with Blue Cheese Croutons

January 7, 2014 By Patricia 17 Comments

So you’ve found yourself in the midst of a polar vortex. Even though I’m lucky not to be stuck in that deep freeze (thank you Arizona winters!), I grew up with this sort of crazy weather – although rarely quite this crazy. For a warming meal, Roasted Tomato Bisque with Blue Cheese Croutons will hit the spot.

Chocolate-Stuffed Panettone French Toast with Orange Syrup

December 30, 2013 By Patricia 12 Comments

I recently told a friend that I’m not ready for the end-of-the-holidays detox just yet. I have at least one more goodie to enjoy before the resolutions are uttered: Chocolate-Stuffed Panettone French Toast with Orange Syrup.