When giving gifts, it is nice to give something practical that will both bring comfort and make the life of the recipient a little easier. This simple “Soup in a Jar” is nutritious, delicious, inexpensive, and it doesn’t take long to make or cook. The “red” lentils in the recipe actually look orange, and the “green” are mostly brown…but that is what they are called. For ...
Gobble-gobble it up…Shallot Gravy for your turkey
BRINING YOUR THANKSGIVING TURKEY: One of the things that creates the most fear and complaints at a Thanksgiving feast is a dry turkey! I have an excellent way to avoid that: Brining is a wonderful way to add moisture and flavor to your bird before you cook it...by soaking it in a solution of water, salt, and a variety of other ingredients that may include sugar, wine, hot ...
Terrific Thanksgiving Side Dish: Roasted Brussels Sprouts- A notorious vegetable you really should love
I'll admit it, long ago even I cringed at the thought of Brussels sprouts. As a child, the few times I had them they were the grey, formerly frozen variety that smell unpleasant thus seeming to taste even worse. But at some point, I actually tasted good sprouts with the nutty rich flavor that they can have when fresh and roasted. That's when I realized that they are really a ...
Panko Crusted Fish Bites with Dill-icious Dipping Sauce Recipes
Though it is easy to batter and deep fry fish, it isn’t the healthiest of options. This recipe for an oven-fried version has the same satisfying crunch from the coating that battered and fried fish has, but without the guilt of the grease. Panko, or Japanese breadcrumbs, are the secret to this success, and they can easily be found in most grocery stores in either the Asian ...
Make Your Own Hot Cocoa Mix- a great gift to make for Christmas or any occasion
With cooler weather and the beginning of November finally here, it is time to start planning for the holidays. Need a practical gift idea? It isn't always easy—especially on a budget—to come up with gifts for everyone on your list. The cocoa recipe below is great to give (and receive!). It is fun to customize the recipe by adding your favorite spices—be sure to make extra ...
