Semi-Homemade Cooking

Sandra's throwing patio party, and she's got the perfect menu to complement the festivities. Recipes include Lamb and Olive Skewers with Cucumber Salad, Artichoke Focaccini, Blackberry Cobbler and a Strawberry Cream Martini.

Sandra shares a slow-cooked Italian menu that everyone will love. Recipes include Chicken with Vegetable Ragout and Polenta, Wild Mushroom Dip, Grape and Ricotta Crostata and Venetian Coffee.

Sandra shares a spicy south-of-the-border menu that'll have taste buds jumping for joy. Recipes include Tortilla Casserole, Chile Corn Muffins with Chipotle Butter, Peaches and Cream Skillet Shortcake and a Lush Lagoon cocktail.

Sandra heads to her hometown to celebrate German Fest. On the menu is Sheboygan Baked Beans, Potato and Green Bean Salad, Wisconsin Beef and Cheddar Brats with Beer-Braised Onions, Apple Angel Food Cake and Apple Lager.

Sandra invites her three favorite girls over for a little party with a gorgeous menu of Arugula Salad with Pears and Gorgonzola, Shrimp with Ginger-Garlic Sauce, Black Forest Cupcakes and Sparkling Shirleys.

Sandra prepares a light meal for her book club gathering. On the menu is Pesto Chicken Panini, Crab Salad with Mango Salsa, Roasted Chile Guacamole, Banana Chocolate Chip Cake and The Noteworthy cocktail.

Sandra's feeling hot and sassy, and she's got a menu to match. Recipes include Carnitas Tacos with Spicy Slaw, Triple Lemon Pie and a Darling Clementine cocktail.

Sandra transforms into a fantastic collection of classic queens to complement a royally delicious Halloween menu of Ham and Apple Fritters, Spicy Steak on a Stick, Brioche and Pumpkin Pudding Trifle and a Regal Rose cocktail.

Sandra's popping the cork and using wine in every recipe. On the menu is Champagne Poached Chicken with Grape Salad, Scallop and Mushroom Chowder, Marsala Artichokes, Sangria Granita and a Sweet Rose cocktail.

Sandra calls on her sister and a friend to help with a great menu for Thanksgiving leftovers. Recipes include Next Day Empanadas, Turkey Chilaquiles, Sweet Potato Squares and a Mapletini.

Sandra invites her family over to help her cook up some of their grandmother's classic holiday recipes, including Herbed Pork Roast and Cranberry Chutney, Noel Cake and a Moon and Stars Mocha.

Sandra shares a light menu that'll fill you up but won't weigh you down. Recipes include Chicken with Peach and Melon Salsa, Spiced Applesauce Coffee Cake and a Take Me Away cocktail.

Sandra pays a visit to her alma mater to whip up her favorite homecoming tailgate recipes. On the menu is Buffalo Chicken Pizza, Chipotle Java Rubbed Tenderloin, Chocolate Coconut Almond Cake and Homecoming Punch.