When I was a kid one of my mom’s signature dishes was Shepherd’s Pie. I didn’t realize at the time that what she made was technically considered Cottage Pie because she used ground beef. This yummy concoction was a favorite of the men in my family for its classic combination of meat and potatoes. A true Shepherd's Pie is made with ground lamb, and I occasionally make the same ...
Fun in the Kitchen – Kid’s Sushi
Long ago. I worked for a fabulous Disney restaurant called the "California Grill". They were famous not only for their delicious fresh dishes but also for their awesome sushi. Not to leave out the kids, they offered a "dessert sushi". This super sweet treat was really Rice Krispies treats with a lot of added sugar. I have to admit that it is pretty cute, and I’ve used ...
Tomato Time!
My husband loves tomatoes almost more than he loves me, and he really loves me! He went to college in Indiana and still reminisces about the big juicy tomatoes that grew well there. We've lived quite a few places since then and wherever we go, he seeks good tomatoes and tries to grow them himself. Even when we lived in the Sierra Nevada mountains, where the temperature would ...
Peas and Thank You
We all have our favorite foods. As an optimistic food lover who enjoys cooking, I have many foods I fondly refer to as "a favorite". However, there are a few foods that aren't just favorites--they are cravings! This is the perfect time to relish one of my "favorite" favorites! Field Peas!!! Cowpeas, Zippers, Black-eyed Peas, Crowder Peas--whatever you want to call those ...
How Does Your Garden Grow?
I’ll admit it...I am more than a little challenged when it comes to gardening. I would probably be okay with it if it didn’t require regular watering- I tend to forget! There are however a few plants that I love that have survived the neglect of my garden. These include: Scallions - Any time I use them, I cut off the bottom inch that is attached to the root; then ...
