Chili Powder
Commercial chili powder can be used for making sauces for tacos or enchiladas, salsas and dishes like chili con carne. When using store-bought powder look at the labels to see what spices are included....
View ArticleKnow Your Chiles
To keep your Mexican dishes authentically delicious, here are some pointers about chiles. If you were asked to identify one characteristic that would singularly describe Mexican dishes, the “chile”...
View ArticleMother’s Day Brunch
Put mom in a good mood this Sunday and make Mother’s Day a special day with a memorable brunch. When my children were younger they often made me breakfast in bed for Mother’s Day. Related...
View ArticleLady Bird Johnson’s Famous Lemon Cake
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View ArticleMay Day
For me, growing up in the Midwest, May Day was a big deal. It meant that it was the first day that I was allowed to go barefoot. Related Posts:Homemade TortillasClassic Hanukkah SufganiyotHomemade...
View ArticleSummer Pasta Salad With Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella, Corn & Basil
Summer Pasta Salad With Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella, Corn & Basil A simple pasta dish that offers a winning summertime combination of tomatoes, corn, basil and fresh mozzarella. It is great for any...
View ArticleTomato & Basil Pizza
Prepare the pizza on the peel and with a firm flick of the wrist, slide the pizza onto a preheated pizza pan. Related Posts:Nana’s CalzoneSausage & Cipollini CalzonesHomemade TortillasCheese...
View Article17 Things To Do With Homemade Ricotta
17 Things To Do With Homemade Ricotta Now that you’ve made your Homemade Ricotta what are you going to do with it? Here are 17 things to do with that delicious Homemade Ricotta. Make a Cheesecake...
View ArticleVictoria’s Chocolate Cake
I have a real hankering for good old fashioned chocolate cake. It doesn't take long to make and is super yummy. Everyone will be singing your praises if you decide to give this recipe a spin. Related...
View ArticleEasy Tiramisu
I swear there is no easier Tiramisu recipe than this recipe. You just need a little planning ahead for refrigeration time. If you don’t have espresso don’t worry just use very strong coffee. Related...
View ArticleBeer Brownies
Make these Beer Brownies for your father this Father’s Day! He’ll love you for it unless he hates chocolate! Related Posts:Root Beer BrowniesBelgian Chocolate BrowniesMother’s Day Macadamia Nut...
View ArticleAll-American Hot Dogs
Summer is here and why pay top dollar going out when you can make delicious hot dogs at home? Here is a guide to the different ways Americans make their frankfurters around the country. I had the...
View ArticleSuper Easy Chicken Fajitas
’ve really been in a Mexican food mood as of late. Since getting back from Tucson a couple of months ago I have really been yearning for good South of the Border cuisine. Keeping in line with easy...
View ArticleProvidence, Rhode Island’s Farmstead
I just returned late last night from a Saturday in Providence, Rhode Island. Related Posts:Newport, Rhode Island’s Aquidneck Farmers’…Tiny New York Kitchen Has Lunch With the Bibimbap…Blueberry...
View ArticleRed White & Blueberry
Red White & Blueberry Red, White & Blueberry or in other words “Watermelon Goat Cheese & Blueberries” is so different and very refreshing. Easy to make too. INGREDIENTS 4 Watermelon...
View ArticlePack Your Omelet Full Of Goodness
Pack Your Omelet Full Of Goodness Omelets are one of those dishes that you can have for breakfast, lunch or dinner. The versatile omelet is low in calories too especially if you start with one egg and...
View ArticleScrambled Eggs
Continuing our week of supporting school children eating breakfast. Here is an easy scrambled egg recipe. Related Posts:Huevos Con ChorizoSaturday Morning ScrambleMother’s Day ScrambleBasic...
View ArticleThree Bean Insalata
Three Bean Insalata I love beans and they are full of protein, vitamin B and iron. They are low in fat as well (about 1 gram of fat per cup) and loaded with fiber. If you are using canned beans...
View ArticleSautéing Tips
Sautéing Tips Some foods need moist, long cooking to tenderize them while others just require a quick sauté in a skillet. Sauté means “jump” in French which describes the tossing and turning in the...
View ArticleLady Bird Johnson’s Famous Lemon Cake
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