La Bella's Chef Mariah Catering

01/21/2026

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A Non Profit Meal Service for Aged Disabled and the Physically Challenged. Working Mom takes a day off Est. 2020 during Covid19

10/04/2024

My favorite dinner of the year is next month. Being that I won't be cooking for one😥 I was sooo surprised to be invited to a Thanksgiving party. And sooo thankful🙏 I might just take a side 😋

🎃 Crispy Honey-Roasted Butternut with Cranberries, Feta & Pumpkin Seeds 🍂

Ingredients:

1 butternut squash, peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 cup fresh cranberries
1-2 tablespoons honey
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled
2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds (for added crunch)

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, toss the chopped butternut squash with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Spread the squash evenly on the baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and golden brown.
While the squash is roasting, mix fresh cranberries with honey and cinnamon in a small bowl.
After 25 minutes, remove the squash from the oven, sprinkle the honey-coated cranberries on top, and return to the oven for an additional 5-7 minutes, until the cranberries begin to soften.
Once done, transfer the roasted squash and cranberries to a serving dish.
Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese and pumpkin seeds on top for an extra crunch and flavor boost. Drizzle with a bit more honey if desired. Serve warm.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 4

10/04/2024

My day is ruined now.

10/02/2024

As Helena is still causing chaos by way of empty grocery stores, hard to find gas and closed businesses while flooding still looms, I keep from getting cabin fever the only fun way i know.
To Discover I can make Panettone 😋❤️

The Pantry that keeps on giving 🌹

10/01/2024

After the storm. La Bella Bistecca.
Power is still out in many areas. Ours went out enough to defrost an 8 lb Prime Rib.
Comfort from my children Fio and Larisa who decided I will not be hungry for the next 6 months after they moved west!
What's in your freezer?

09/28/2024

What a mess Helena and my first hurricane. Trees snapping, no traffic lights working, active power lines across the roads. Power Still out in most areas. Millions of perishables perished. My working hours have been cut so I'm saving the defrosted prime rib. I'm ready to roast it but the memory of dead beautiful fat lobsters in the fish tank was the saddest 😥 We will rebuild!🌹

Power Outage Hack: Crisco Candle
1. Buy a large can of Crisco.
2. Push a lantern wick down into it.
3. You now have a candle that provides heat and light for up to 72 days!
Bonus Tip:
Place a ceramic pot over it, and it becomes a heater! Non-toxic, long-lasting, and inexpensive—gotta love old-timer knowledge!

09/21/2024

09/19/2024

Please don't delete me😂

09/19/2024

09/19/2024

Miss Me? I've been busy with
LASAGNA THURSDAY 🍷

09/12/2024

The Truffle Mushroom Marsala Stuffed Double Cut Porkchop Flambee for my special Dinner guest. You can wow too🌹

09/11/2024

Due to special circumstances my vakay has moved to next year. Guess I'll bring out the lap top and hot dogs 😥

Heading to San Diego December 4th! Really 😁