This past week, many of our homes have been filled with the fragrance of giant birds cooking for our favorite national feast, Thanksgiving. Though budgets are lean and most Americans are cutting back where they can, the turkey is one dish that we seem to always prepare in excess. The lingering leftovers are at first wonderful, then redundant, then they get tossed in the ...
Sauces, Gravies & Rubs
“Can” you taste the difference? Homemade Cranberry sauce recipe- from your oven!
Is fresh really best when it comes to the cranberry? It is amazing that these tiny tart berries hold such an esteemed place at family tables as we celebrate Thanksgiving. How to prepare the berry is a controversy some families face… though to be honest, when faced with this choice many simply open a can (jellied or whole berry?). For many years, my favorite recipe for ...
Luau Brunch
Our weather was absolutely awesome this last weekend. The blue skies and warm tropical breezes were incredible and we spent every possible minute outdoors. This of course led to dining al fresco on our deck where we celebrated the beginning of summer vacation with a luau brunch. Since my husband is from Hawaii, things Hawaiian tend to occur in our life fairly ...
Caesar Salad (on the Ides of March!)
Caesar salad is by far the favorite salad in my household. When my kids were younger, they called this a "crouton" salad, and they intentionally targeted all of the homemade croutons in the serving bowl. Now, I don't often add croutons. It really doesn't need them. Occasionally I will really mix things up a bit and add tomato, other vegetables, or grilled meat. If you want ...
Great Grill Rub- an essential ingredient when the weather is fabulous
Warm weather is here! And as my windows find themselves open to welcome in the fabulous Spring breezes, every evening they also seem to be welcoming in the mouthwatering fragrances of grilled food. Often this influence from my neighbors has led to a last minute menu change for our family. Having a tasty multi-purpose grill seasoning on hand is the secret to quick success. ...
