All through high school I worked at a local Pizza place, there were a few items that I swore that I would never try; they looked and smelled WAY too funky for me. Here is yet another example of never say never. Feta cheese came in a metal vat filled with what I believe was oil or a vinegar maybe. We had to take a … Continue reading Eggplant Parmesan
If you haven’t ever purchase or tried a skirt or flank steak I really think you ought to check them out. I know they look pretty funky and not very appealing to the eye being all rolled up. And they are not as wildly available in stores as all the other yummy looking steaks; but if you do come across one or both of them give … Continue reading Grilled Skirt & Flank Steak
I have had a garden every year for the last 25+ years. Every year there is a crop or two that just does not do well; my tomatoes have never been one of them. Though they seem to all come at the same time which is not ideal as who could possibly eat 30+ tomatoes before they go bad. I do give some away; I … Continue reading Soups on – Yummy Tomato Soup from my garden
For as many zucchini breads I make I messed up a batch a couple of weeks ago. Maybe it was karma for me forgetting an ingredient on my initial post and a friend’s bread did not work out for him. SF sorry this post is too late for your sugarless bread. My error was I forgot to add baking soda; it is edible but pretty … Continue reading Problem sweet bread – make bread pudding
My daughter has started her second year living in Japan; she has done some traveling to different countries in Asia and she is also a foodie she shares with me some of her favorite finds. I have tried making Ramen and Gyoza from Japan and she especially loved the street food in Vietnam. I have been toying with the idea of trying to make something … Continue reading Banh Mi
I have been making this particular chocolate cake for as long as I can remember; at least since I was in middle school. I am not entirely sure where it came from but I believe it has been around for many many years. If you are looking for a great recipe to teach a child try this one. It mixes easy in one bowl … Continue reading Crazy Chocolate Cake
There are a couple of types of bar cookies the typical chewy type like brownies and blondies. Then there is a very nice alternative that is more like a pastry shortbread type that is tender, buttery and crumbly. Sometimes you want something sweet but you don’t have the time or patience to make individual cookies. I will admit I do make more cookies than bars … Continue reading Square the other cookie (Raspberry Squares)
Have you ever tried to re-create a dish you had while eating out? I have definitely tried; some were successful some not so much. I do make a mean Crab Rangoon and I love making Pan Fried Chicken Dumplings. There is a recipe from my favorite local restaurant that I order every time we go that eludes me; Lemongrass Chicken with a Caramel Sauce served … Continue reading Beef & Broccoli Stir Fry
I am pretty sure afterschool snacks have evolved over the years and some are far healthier that what I used to eat. When I was growing up, for a spell, we had a housekeeper that also made the most delicious homemade cookies & sugar cinnamon doughnuts for when we got off the bus. It was for a very short period in our lives, but it … Continue reading Snacks from the past- Poop Cookies
Last weekend my refrigerator was severely overloaded; my house was full of people and I had a lot of “different” ingredients leftover after it was all said and done. I really hate throwing food away so I try to use up whatever is left over before it goes bad. I love finding a recipe, buying the ingredients, making and eating whatever it may be. I … Continue reading Being Frugal – It’s a good thing
