Food
Peanut Brittle Covered Angel Food Cake
This is a recipe passed along to the family from my mother in law Sue. I believe it’s a recipe her mom used to make her. This is easy to make and a huge hit with the family, it’s not gluten free so I abstain, but I hope you enjoy. 1 Prepared angel food cake […]
Seafood Boil
Last year we went to the beach with a great group of our friends. One of them, we’ll call him Ty because that’s his name, is legendary for his seafood boil and he passed along all of his seafood boil techniques to us. And dang it, we’re VERY thankful for the spoils of this culinary […]
Time To Choose A BBQ
Yes indeed, it has been some time since I last posted. No excuses, but that bright and shining orb in the sky has lit my fire again. Today we’re going to talk BBQ’S because it’s the time of year to go out there and buy a new one. I hope you enjoy! Since the weather […]
Garlic Scapes
It’s officially springtime in the Pacific Northwest, which means our nonstop rain is gradually giving way to mostly nonstop rain. Plus, a fresh bounty of vegetables (and a few fruits) that thrive between March and May. You’re probably familiar with standbys like asparagus and radishes, but have you tried garlic scapes? Garlic scapes are the flower stems […]
Rainy Day Chili
This recipe is dedicated to my sweet and courageous nephew, Keaton. There are days when a crockpot full of comfort food can bring peace to your soul and lift your spirits. I had one of those days recently. I felt a deep sadness and ended up in my kitchen, chopping away. It was chili I […]
Time to Think About Planting!
We started planting our garden today. Of course, we had to clean up a bit first. Should have done that last Fall, but I prefer to talk myself into believing that cleaning up last year’s debris would only leave the soil exposed all winter long- and that’s not good… and if I stretch it… I […]
Learning To Breathe with a side of Loaded Mashed Faux-Tatoes
Well, hello there!! It’s been awhile, hasn’t it?! You may remember a few months ago I struggled with some health issues. I was taken out by Vertigo and spent nearly a month in bed. I was so sick from the spins — similar to the morning after my 21st birthday… set on repeat, day after […]
Crock Pot Chili
Seriously the rain lately seems pretty relentless these past few days! So here is one of our favorite crock pot chili recipes! Which is why we busted out one of the best crock pot chili recipes known to man. It’s such a great recipe for a Sunday, where you just throw in on and let […]
Cultured Caveman in PDX
Pretty pumped to finally try Cultured Caveman’s Food Cart on Alberta St. in PDX. Grass-fed beef chili (Paleo, no beans) and bacon wrapped dates for lunch on the go?! Yes, please!! Chili (medium sized) – $8.00 Bacon Wrapped Dates with Almonds – 3 for $2.00 Cultured Caveman 1477 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR (401) 300-4765
It’s Fat Tuesday! Looking for a New Orleans Fix?
Today is Fat Tuesday, which may mean nothing to you unless you’re an expat from The Big Easy. But this blog celebrates regional cuisine, and nothing is more regional than New Orleans during Mardi Gras. So this week we’re taking a 2,500 mile journey to Louisiana – from the comfort of our own kitchens. If […]
Creamy Mexican Turkey Soup
I happened upon this soup recipe by accident. Cleaning out my freezer, I found a leftover package of Thanksgiving turkey. I had grand ideas of baking a turkey pot pie and this recipe was somehow in that category on Pinterest. I am so glad I did find it though. Since finding this recipe a few weeks […]
Spaghetti Squash Casserole
Did you know… Spaghetti Squash, when cooked, shreds like ribbons or strands, like spaghetti. Spaghetti Squash contains many nutrients including folic acid, vitamin A and beta carotene. Spaghetti Squash averages 42 calories per cup. Spaghetti Squash seeds can be roasted just like pumpkin seeds. A great low-carb, nutricious snack. Spaghetti Squash Casserole Ingredients Cooking spray […]
Kids these days…!
Growing up there were some foods that I loved and could not wait for my mom to make, like meat loaf, ham and navy bean soup and pot roast – all very down to earth, home-style and what my daughter would call old-fashioned cooking. I can no more get her to eat these things than […]
Brickhouse to host Brew Fest for MS in February
The second annual Brew Fest for MS is coming to the Brickhouse Bar & Grill in downtown Vancouver at 6 p.m. on Feb. 12. The craft brew fundraiser, organized by the volunteer athletic group Team Road Kill, benefits the Oregon/Southwest Washington chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. It will feature six Clark County brewers: […]
On The Half Shell
Up until a year ago, I never liked oysters much. I thought of them as slimy, and the idea of ingesting something raw – not just raw, but still alive – was too much to bear. Sure, you can deep fry them, and pretty much anything tastes good coming out of the fryer. But why […]
“Sweet” Potato Fries
Sweet potatoes are packed full of good nutrition providing a good source of vitamin A, fiber an vitamin C. Adults and kids will love these “Sweet” Potato Fries.The perfect pairing for your Friday night hamburger! Sweet potatoes don’t just belong during the Thanksgiving holiday! Ingredients Cooking spray 2 large sweet potatoes (about 2 pounds total), […]
Bacon is Makin’ Menus Everywhere
You might have noticed that our region is obsessed with bacon. I blame it all on a little doughnut shop called Voodoo. They were the first to combine swine with pastry, and the Bacon Maple Bar has been a smash success ever since. Then Bunk Sandwiches came out with a Pork Belly Cubano, and the […]
Dark Chocolate, Pistachio, and Sea Salt Cookies
The ultimate combination. Don’t be afraid to take these out of the oven a little early–they are incredibly soft and chewy! Dark Chocolate, Pistachio, and Sea Salt Cookies Makes 2 Dozen Cookies Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose Gold Medal flour 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 3/4 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 cup unsalted […]
Salmon Patties With Lemon And Dill Cream Sauce
Tonight we had one of our favorite dinners. Salmon patties are pretty healthy and for those that may not be really big on eating salmon as a stand alone dish, it’s a great alternative. 2 pounds fresh WILD salmon Salt and pepper 1 medium onion, diced 6 stalks celery, diced 1 red pepper, diced 1 […]
Going Gluten Free And The Easiest Diet On Earth……To Remember
I know it’s a cliche to write about diets this time of year, and the last thing we need is more cliches, they’re SOOOOO 2013. Besides, no one likes a diet. Honestly, when I think of going on a diet, all I think of is being fat. What I’m going to share with you isn’t […]