I found this recipe for Rustic Chard, Potato, and Goat Cheese Tart in my Cooking Light magazine. I made it easier but loved the way it turned out!

You will need:

• 1 bunch Swiss chard
• 1 cup vertically sliced red onion
• Pinch of salt
• 1 cup thinly sliced potato (I used red potatoes)
• 2 tsp chopped fresh thyme
• 1 pre-made pie crust
• 1 tsp water
• 1 large egg white
• Feta cheese
• Freshly ground black pepper

Preheat the oven to 375°F.

Remove the stems from the chard leaves. Chop up the leaves and stems separately. Set a large skillet over medium-high heat and sauté 1 cup of chard stems and 1 cup of red onion for 1-1/2 minutes. Add 4 cups of chard leaves and sauté for 2-1/2 more minutes.

Stir in the salt, potato, and thyme.

Remove the pan from the heat and let it cool a little. Roll out the dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Spread the chard mixture evenly over the dough leaving a border. Fold the edges of the dough toward the center pressing gently. Whisk 1 teaspoon of water and one egg white in a small bowl and brush over the top and edges of the dough. Sprinkle the Feta and pepper over the chard mixture.

Bake for 40 minutes, or until browned.

Let stand for five minutes to cool. Cut into wedges and serve. :-) I took it to Albany's house for a party and everyone loved it!

See you soon!
—Lisa

I love roasted butternut squash, and last week I loved the Swiss Chard tart. So I thought I would try a Roasted Butternut Squash Tart!

First I cut up about 1 pound of Butternut Squash into cubes. Then added 1 Red Onion, cut in large pieces.

I used the leaves of about 5 branches of Rosemary.

I chopped them fine and added them to the squash.

I peeled the cloves of one head of garlic, and cut each clove into slices. Adding those:

I added Balsamic Vinegar

Then tossed it in Olive Oil and Sea Salt

Put it on a cookie sheet

And baked it at 400° for 30 minutes

Next, I rolled out pre-made pie dough

Then I added the squash mixture to center and folded up the sides. I brushed egg white and water over the edges.

I cooked it for 10 minutes, then added goat cheese.

Roasted it for 30 more minutes....
And YUMMY!!!!!

I figured anything in pie dough would be good and I was right.
It's comfort food, baby! Try it! :)

I am finally making progress in my decorating! I started with the entryway and thought I would give you a step by step. Ironically, decorating the entryway in my home is one of my favorite things for Christmas. It starts out as a perfectly nice everyday entryway…

  …but ends up being really stunning. I started by using the new Bethlehem Lights garland all the way up the stairs. Then I added the beaded fruit garland on the long stretches of the green garland and used the beaded fruit teardrops where they come up to attach to the railing.

The beaded fruit garland and teardrops are attached to the green garland with the branches of the garland itself. Put the spine of the one to the spine of the other and wrap the branches around the fruit.

Make sure the fruit is evenly distributed from the top to the bottom. Using the teardrops at significant points gives it a nice variation as you move along the garland.

Then add the branches and picks to the fruit. Nestle them down in the garland and spread the branches so they look like they are all one piece.

I added extra branches at the focal points to make them more important.

Then I added large ornaments underneath all the way along the garland.

This is where I was at this point:

I felt the focal points needed to be more dramatic, so I added some bows in the new burlap ribbon.

After that I felt the burlap ribbon needed to be consistent throughout so I re-did the front of the garland at the bottom of the stair.

A little extra ribbon on either side of the bows gives it flow.

Here is the finished product once the poinsettias were added around.

When you look at it in its entirety, the base is extremely dramatic and then is complimented with focal points up the stairway.

Since it needs to look finished throughout, I made a little arrangement with glitter trees and a music box on the console in the entryway.

Now I’m going to have to come in my front door more often to enjoy how pretty it looks. It’s inspiring to get started and see progress. I can’t wait to do the rest of the house! See you Friday night for my last big Christmas décor show from 9-11pm ET.

See you soon!
--Lisa

I realize that I have become dependent on garlic when I roast my vegetables, so I thought I would try something without it. I had some things already in my refrigerator and decided to look for a recipe to put them together.

Here is what you are going to need: butternut squash, shallots, olive oil, brown sugar, salt and pepper.

Combine:

5 Shallots quartered lengthwise

2 cups of diced Butternut Squash

1 tablespoon of brown sugar

2 1/2 tablespoons of olive oil

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Mix it all up!

I used a regular baking sheet and put it in a single layer.

I put it in the oven at 475°. The recommendation was 20 minutes, but I did it for 40.

It turned out to be really good! I like the roasted shallots, I'm going to have to find more ways to use them :-) This is a perfect side dish for Thanksgiving, if you're looking for something a little different.

It is easy and yummy! Enjoy :-)

Today I wanted to talk about some of the people who have grown to mean a great deal to me over my years at QVC: the hosts and vendors who have become my extended family. Over the years, the hosts have been some of my best friends.

From the warmth and loyalty of Antonella, to a hug and advice from Shawn, to out and out counseling from Albany, to learning from and sharing time with Jane, to a laugh with Rick, years of unconditional love from Mary Beth, unlimited warmth and support from Pat, laughs with Courtney, the style and grace of Amy, driving with Rachel, my dear friendship with Alberti... You get the idea, the list goes on and on.

We have shared a lot over the years. We all share our little world. In the last months of my mother’s illness a number of years ago, they covered for me without ever complaining or even expecting a thank you. I was out for probably a month to be with her, but it didn't matter. They were all there for me, and that's the kind of wonderful people they are. These are friendships that come from good people working side by side, years of shared experiences, and respect and caring for each other.

 Our partners on air are the vendors and guests. These people have become some of my closest and dearest friends and confidants. Leslie Blodgett, Laura Geller, Doris Dalton, Adrienne Denese, Tova, Scott Grimes...where would I be without these amazing friends? I know that I will never let them leave my life.

I will always love going to lunch with Meghan Murray, Mari Lyn Meier, Dana Bledsoe, Carolyn Pollack, and Mary Eckenrode.

I will always look forward to seeing Ralph and Joel, Lori Goldstein, and Renee Greenstein and her husband Justin when I am in New York; Bradley Bayou, Mark Zunino and Nick Chavez when I am in L.A.; and I will go anywhere I have to, to see Cooper and to get Chaz to color my hair forever!!!!

I know this is not everyone, but I hope it at least starts to show my appreciation to the  many people you know from the show, that have made my time at QVC so wonderful. They are good people. I am lucky to have met them, luckier yet to have worked with them, and honored to call them my friends. I will miss seeing them in the course of my work, but will always love having them in my life. As I embark on the next adventure, I know I have been very blessed by this one.

-Lisa

Lisa, the very same colleagues you mentioned would like to honor you right back. We have been blessed to know you and call you…a friend.

There is no better feeling than when my friends like a GILI piece, and there's been a lot of "Host Buzz" about this leather jacket TSV!

Shawn Killinger

I am SO ordering this jkt, have been dreaming about it ever since Lisa told me about it. But am struggling with whether I want blue or brown. Grrrrr, it is just so ridiculously cppl, this jacket, the collar, the assym zipper, the EVERYTHING!!. So getting. Which color do you think?

Albany Irvin

I love the Sleek, Sexy, Sophisticated vibe of this jacket!  Perfectly tailored all zipped up and nipped at the waist; and the ultra cool--kinda Rocker Chic with a longer tunic peeking out the bottom.  Now, I just have to decide on a color... or two!

Amy Stran

I’m so impressed with the quality and fit of our new GILI jacket! I’ve shopped around for others and for something similar I know we would typically have to spend much more. Plus, you feel fabulous in it, and that is priceless!

Antonella Nester

My girl Lisa hit it out of the park with this stunning jacket. I especially love the unexpected blush color in a moto jacket!

Gabrielle Kerr

I love the dramatic collar on this jacket.  It looks so 'high fashion' like something out of a magazine!

Jennifer Coffey

Love love this look from GILI! It's edgy but mature, fun but still functional, and shows off curves while still giving coverage. I just can't decide on a color! Help!

Pat James-Dementri& Jayne Brown

Jayne and I are having a hard time gift shopping with this gorgeous leather GILI jacket... The leather is scrumptious and the style is so fashionable and flattering too... Maybe we'll remember to buy one as presents and get one for me too!

Sandra Bennett

Glamorous, sophisticated, ultra figure flattering, cool, and a bit edgy… That’s how I would describe this jacket. In fact, I almost didn’t recognize myself when I put it on! Haha! This is instant chic with a zipper!!

Stacey Stauffer

I love this GILI jacket because I think it has the right amount of edge to it while feeling slightly sophisticated. I would wear this over a plain sheath dress with opaque tights and high heeled boots for desk to dinner as much as I would with dark denim ankle boots and a t-shirt for a rock concert. 

Rachel Boesing

Uber-soft leather, curvaceous fit, zippers, beautifully detailed and a color for every skin tone! It’s a timeless beauty :)

Kerstin Lindquist

This leather is so soft and you can wear it so many ways. It can look chic, moto, vintage…all depending on your outfit and mood.

Courtney Cason

This is automatic Cool Girl factor! I love how this gives you immediate style status :)

Don't they look great?! I love how everyone styles it their own way and makes it their own :)

I wanted to write about all the people that have become part of The Lisa Robertson Show "project" for lack of a better term. But I warn you now, it's going to be long!

It started out with The Lisa Robertson Show, then the G.I.L.I.(TM) line, then A Lisa Robertson Christmas, everything coordinating with Facebook, then adding The Lisa Robertson 360 page. I know, it seems like a lot of me. But ironically, it's really about an amazing team. I have to begin with Jen Volansky. She is the managing producer for PM Style and all things Lisa Robertson. It's a big job! Jen and I had worked together for a number of years when I did the Vicenza remotes. It was in those shows that I grew to admire her. She is a smart, strong, amazing woman. I never have to worry when she is in charge. Things will get done, they will be right and nothing will fall apart. She does her job so well, I can relax and focus on mine. I was thrilled when she agreed to lead our team. She has become a good friend, and I could not have done it without her.

One of the other very important people, is Angelo. He is the stylist for G.I.L.I.(TM), PM Style, The Lisa Robertson Show, and anything else I can get him for! He is passionate about his work, doesn't mind working long hours, is extremely talented, very loyal, has a weakness for studded, high end smoking slippers, and always makes it a lot of fun. 

Nancy, keeps my schedule and generally bosses me around, which would be an enviable position if it weren't so much work. She will make you smile no matter how bad your day is. She brightens my day.

Katie, who handles and coordinates all the things going on in the social world, which has become really complicated! We spend so much time together people are going to start talking. (Just kidding). I am going to miss hanging out with her.
I have been very lucky with the people I've worked with on the social team, Claire, Megan and Erin. They have all been amazing.

And the list just keeps going. Amy who helps decide what blog we're going to do each week. Denise and Priscilla who are the team that do the 360 page. (Don't get in a texting match with Denise, she will win every time and you will be on the floor laughing!)

Irene who has a laugh that just makes you laugh harder, and she coordinates all the G.I.L.I.(TM) product placement.

And of course, my dear friend Eva. She has done my hair and make up for many years and The only thing she is better at than making me look my best, is being a good friend.

The team that does our shows on Friday nights is an amazing team. This is a show that required a new look at everything. I believe it is the most highly produced live show that we have ever done. Sean and Brian lead the way in the control room. Yes, they are exceptional at what they do, but they also know me and can tell when I am tired or stressed. Then they joke accordingly in my ear to make me laugh.

Scott makes model movements look smoother than water ballet. Jay suits up in what looks like a coat of armor with a big elephant trunk on the front. He is the man that literally wears the camera you see through. Teresa directs on the floor. Cherie and Noelle are coordinating and moving product. The models come in and out and make the most complicated movements look easy and beautiful.

Amy Stran was such a joy to work with doing the social part of the show.

And Alberti has been more fun than "a barrel full of monkeys", LOL! I love them both.

When you see extra video, during the show it is Chanelle's team, Dan, Joe and sometimes Paul, that make it happen. It is amazing how much we can get shot in one day, and how much we can laugh in between every take.

The Christmas Decor shows would never happen without Valerie Par Hill and her team of elves, Bryan, Suzanne, Marcy and Liz. They make as much magic in a day as it would take me a month to do on my own.

And believe it or not, there are more people I should name; Jonathan, Toi, Travis, Ilana and Howard, just to name a few.

One of the joys in life is spending time with people that make your day better. I have been surrounded with them on this project, and it has truly been a joy. I will miss spending Friday nights with them and you. But we have one more week, so let's enjoy the time we have, and be grateful for the time we were given. :)

See you soon,

--Lisa

I have found that I do not work nearly as well with coworkers as I do with friends. Which is why I have especially enjoyed--and will especially miss--Monday nights. PM Style is a great show, but it is a bear! The sheer volume of 3 hours of fashion is staggering. Each item comes out of QVC's Product Central in a number of sizes, each of those sizes comes in each of the colors, and each of those options comes in multiple samples. Crazy, right? The logistics of pulling all of these items, keeping them in order, pulling them out, steaming them, arranging them, not to mention getting them on models and getting a show done is unbelievable.

It is every Monday night, and it has grown to be an evening full of people I truly admire and love being with. There is no one on this crew who doesn't have the highest standards. It is a show full of perfectionists. :-) Being on my feet for three hours talking about fashion can be challenging. If it weren't for the crew and the models, I don't think I could do it. Our team is lead once again by Jen Volansky who I talked about last week. She does an amazing job. Sherry is our coordinating producer, she runs a tight ship. I adore her. She is tough and she is direct and she is very very good at what she does.

There are a lot of private jokes there after all these years! Erin, (who worked with me on social media for awhile), works alongside Sherry. She is "whip smart", has no idea how beautiful she is, and is a perfectionist.

Fran is part of that team as well. You will never meet a sweeter soul, and he has the most beautiful baby daughter you've ever seen. Jerome worked with us for a while and will always be part of the family. He's funny, a great dresser, and my "crazy" doesn't bother him. Bill Hambrook and I have worked together for I think all of my 20 years here. He knows how to read me by now. He is always there, always on his game, and always ready with a quick joke when, once again, I look like I'm a little stressed out.

We have an amazing group of people to coordinate all the product. Russelle, who was the first person to lead in this position, (thank you, Russelle!), Kristen who is the tiniest little thing and the most efficient person you've ever met.

Amy who is quiet and understated but gets everything done before you even know it. And Jamir, with his great T-shirts, always there to make it work with a great sense of style and a laugh.

Jason Smith is our Line Producer. He is a big guy with a heart of gold. I am so glad he took this job. Once again, it's a bear, but he shows up every week, he really cares, he doesn't "phone it in".

Brian has been our Director for many years, I would love to tell you some of the running jokes on him, but he would hunt me down. Eric has been directing now for a while and he is great. He and I have done a lot of the Vicenza remotes together. I think I still owe him a gelato! Jay and Skot coordinate cameras with the control room and what's happening on the set. Corey is in charge of lighting...it takes a village!

Courtney. What can I say about Courtney? She is a light in any room she is in. I look forward to seeing her every week, and she is like a sister to me. She just makes me belly laugh. :)

Two of the most important parts of this show are Angelo and the models.

They have truly become extended family for me. They laugh, joke, dance, bake, tease, work and hug their way through every week. So Angelo, Kate, Monica, Brenda, Suzanne, Kerri, Jacque, (and Andre, Ed, Toi, and Melissa who are always part of our little band) I love you guys. Thank you for everything.

I wish I had time to really let you meet everyone, but hopefully this gives you an idea of why I will miss them all.

I can't believe it is my last PM Style. Time flies.

Over the last few weeks I have been talking about the people that have come to mean a lot to me in my years at QVC. After all, it is the people that make our lives what they are. I have talked about the people I work with in the studio, who have come to mean a great deal to me; the guests who have become good friends; the people who have made my time at QVC such an amazing 20 years.

Now, I want to talk about you. I am not sure you realize what a difference you make. We have shared a lot you and I, the good and the bad. We have shared jokes, fashion, beauty, Christmas decorating, laughter and sorrow, advice and encouragement, triumph and loss, cooking and burning things, teasing, late night snacks, books, movies, sleeplessness, etc.

You have become a part of my every day. I know you listen to me, but I want you to know that I listen to you, too. You have been a bigger help, a greater source of comfort and a more welcome diversion when I have needed it, than anything else I can think of. How would you describe a friend? Someone who you care for who is there for for you, who you share things with? We have become good friends, and I want to thank you.

As I take this next turn in my life, I would like to put you in my pocket and take you with me, but I don't have to. You can be with me on Facebook, and in person when we run into each other along the way. I have loved having you as part of my life, and I hope you will continue to be there.

I am not sure what the future brings, but one thing is for sure: it won't be boring!

Thank you for 20 years, I'll see you soon :)

I love Christmas cookies! These little cookies are one of my favorites that we always made when I was growing up, and I made them again this year! I thought I would share the recipe with you.

What You'll Need:

1 C butter

1/2 C sifted confectioners sugar

1 tsp Vanilla

2 1/4 C Sifted Flour

1/4 tsp Salt

3/4 C Chopped Pecans

Reading the recipe is always important!

1. Mix butter, sifted confectioners sugar, and vanilla.

2. Stir in sifted flour, and salt

3. Add chopped pecans

4. Roll into 1 inch balls

5. Refrigerate for 1 hour

6. Bake at 400 degrees for 10-12 minutes on an ungreased sheet

7. Roll in a bag of confectioners sugar once when cookies are hot and again when they are cool.

ENJOY!