Home Made
Perfect Hard, or Soft, Boiled Eggs
Easter is right around the corner. How are you doing with those hard boiled eggs? Still getting that dreaded green ring, or struggling to get the shells off neatly? Well, fear no more. I am reposting this easy way to get perfect hard, or soft, boiled eggs every time. Yes, there is a better way, […]
April 9, 2017 12:25 pm
Quick Beef Stroganoff
Sometimes you could use a little comfort. Home cooked nostalgia goes a long way when you’re stressed, even more so if it’s made by someone who loves you and delivered to your doorstep. Such was the case with a friend (okay… brother) this week. There wasn’t much else I could do, but I could show […]
April 1, 2017 5:27 pm
Apricot-Glazed Chicken With Spring Vegetables
Spring is officially here, and for most of us, it’s not one minute too soon. Who else is ready to trade snowflakes for some rain? Make something fresh and bright to celebrate spring and the nice weather days ahead. This quick stir fry from the April 2017 issue of Food Network magazine combines the […]
March 26, 2017 1:17 pm
Guinness Shepherd’s Pie
I am not a fan of corned beef and cabbage, so it’s a bit of a travesty that I was allowed to trade my last name for an Irish one. I remember that my dear husband was able to overlook this flaw and try to make up for it every year with something […]
March 13, 2017 8:39 am
Easy Homemade Breakfast Sausage
Making your own breakfast sausage couldn’t be easier. And it’s fast, too. All you need is a pound of ground turkey or chicken, a few spices, and you’re on your way to delicious sausage that is a lot leaner and a lot better for you. Making it yourself means there are no preservatives and […]
March 4, 2017 1:13 pm
It’s Mardi Gras!
Here is a photo of the finished gumbo. If you got a head start and made the Make Ahead Gumbo recipe I posted on Saturday, all you need to do is rewarm, and add the meat and seafood. I added about 2 more cups of water to the gumbo I made, and a little […]
February 28, 2017 7:33 am
Make Ahead Gumbo
It’s Mardi Gras! Get a jump on your Fat Tuesday celebration with a gumbo recipe you can make now and finish later, while you’re getting your party started, on Tuesday. If you can’t make this recipe ahead, it is just fine to do it on the day you plan to serve it, but typically, on […]
February 25, 2017 10:53 am
Make At Home Chai
Warm up your day with a super-simple, spicy cup of chai. Way less expensive than any chai you buy at the grocery store or coffee house, if you have never made chai tea at home, you will be surprised at how fast and easy it is. Fresh ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom simmer for […]
February 21, 2017 8:57 am
Two Hearts Italian Chopped Salad
Ah, love… Just the thought of it makes your heart beat a little faster. Sure, there’s candy, and flowers, but what about making something special for someone you love? Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and it made me think of one of my favorite romantic places. We spent several […]
February 9, 2017 1:08 pm
Mini Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
Still looking for something fun to add to your Super Bowl lineup? Mini Buffalo Chicken Meatballs taste just like the real deal, but without the bones and mess. You won’t miss the fat or the calories, and you can make them ahead and reheat when you’re ready. Seriously good, and not hard to […]
February 3, 2017 12:58 pm