Home Made
Pumpkin Spice Mix-In
It’s time again, and I am rabid with excitement. This is even more thrilling than a new season of Dateline. Pumpkin spice season is upon us, friends, and we need to run headfirst, full throttle, and with much glee, right into it. Today it’s all about pumpkin spice because October 1 is National […]
October 1, 2018 8:49 am
Skillet Taco Bake
It’s a big week. Work, school, soccer, football… fall tv. It’s premier week and your favorite shows are back, along with a few new ones that you’re not so sure about yet. It’s time for answers. What happened in that fire? And what’s the deal with that plane? I am not sure why, but […]
September 24, 2018 9:11 am
Summer Tacos With Scallion-Peanut Relish
September is dishing out some of our best summer weather. It’s still sandal temp, and anyone who lives in the Northwest knows that the final days of this season are just heavenly. Take one last bite out of summer with these Summer Tacos with Scallion-Peanut Relish. The street taco size is kid-friendly, […]
September 17, 2018 12:39 pm
Peach Habanero Barbecue Sauce
Run, don’t walk, to wherever you can get your hands on some Walla Walla onions and fresh, juicy peaches. I just happened to find both at Joe’s Place Farms, but they are available at pretty much any farm stand or farmer’s market, as well as your favorite grocery store right now. This Peach Habanero […]
September 10, 2018 8:14 am
Pressure-Cooker Sloppy Joes (for when you have no thyme)
By now you may, or may not, be back to school. If you are, life has no doubt returned to a fever pitch, routines setting back in, rushed mornings, and the juggling act of work, school, added errands and after school activities. Start off strong with a home made meal that makes […]
September 3, 2018 1:40 pm
Zucchini-Corn Fritters
Labor Day is almost here and summer is just about to be in our rear view mirror. If you know anyone with a garden, you know it’s best to run from them right now, lest they push some of their zucchini overload on you. These Zucchini-Corn Fritters are what’s happening now. They will […]
August 27, 2018 8:35 am
Tomato and Cucumber Salad
Don’t look now… the leaves are changing. If you look really carefully, the light is getting different, too. There are still plenty of beautiful Northwest days to enjoy, but it won’t be long before we are back to that familiar special effect that we are oh-so-well known for out here. Don’t miss one […]
August 19, 2018 12:47 pm
Grilled Chicken with Berry Mojito Sauce
Still looking for something to do with all those beautiful Northwest berries? This Berry Mojito sauce is what’s up next. Zesty with lime, zingy with mint, it’s just like the classic cocktail. And yes, there’s a bit of rum in there, too. The summery sauce is a breeze to make, and it might just […]
August 13, 2018 8:46 am
Spicy Steak Salad Wraps
If your grill is in the shade, you’re in luck, because the heat’s back on. If it’s not in the shade, brave the sun, and fill that grill. This may be the last time you want to face it this week. These spicy steak wraps are zesty, chipotle seasoned delicousness. The easy […]
August 6, 2018 8:52 am
Caprese Salad With Melon
Big, juicy sun-ripened tomatoes are everywhere – the grocery store, the farmer’s market, and mostly on my counter. Something about them makes you live in the moment. Their vibrant, fiery color urges you to seize the day and make the most of what you have before summer drifts away. Our garden is churning them […]
July 30, 2018 8:37 am