One evening as I was making this chocolate granola, the aroma started to permeate the house. When I pulled it from the oven, my husband came running to the kitchen. By the smell of things, he thought it was a pan of brownies, but did the fact that it was crunchy granola stop him? Absolutely … [Read more…]
My mother owned a crystal shop and every winter she would hold a small business open house. One of the best things was the delicious spread of food. Elegant snowflake punch, creamy peanut butter fudge and a yummy classic cheese ball were the natural draw for a huge crowd. Although I still love the traditional large cheese … [Read more…]
In the spring we bought three pretty little tomato plants off of the local high school agricultural club. We tilled a little spot smack-dab next to the house, and planted these babies way too close to one another. But to my surprise they kept growing and growing and growing, like a bean stalk. They were … [Read more…]
Are you craving some Chinese take-out? What if I told you there’s something better? Authentic Chinese flavor created right at home and it’s out of this world delicious. Since you’re in charge, you can make it exactly the way you want. Do you like it hot and spicy? — Add some more red pepper flakes. … [Read more…]
I’m about to transform what you think of muffins. If your idea of a muffin is a dried, crumbly, and a little on the grainy side, have I got a surprise for you!! My secret is the greek yogurt. (Actually, no big secret…it’s big and bold and right there in the title.) If you don’t … [Read more…]
Do you have some lingering rice in the fridge from last night’s dinner? Don’t let it just sit there or worse yet, be pushed all the way to the back and forgotten. That leftover rice is going to be the best part of your morning and a new way to start your day. Don’t worry … [Read more…]
Summer is winding down! My son goes back to college on Monday (tomorrow..yikes!!!). So yes, I feel the reality that summer is coming to an end. Hope everyone had some fun!! I know I did! There’s nothing quite like the hot, smoldering sun (right??, hubby), the great outdoors and family vacation memories. So I’m here … [Read more…]
This is an minimal prep meal that comes together in minutes. Music to my ears! I’m a true believer that sometimes less is more….a few key ingredients and some simple cooking techniques is all that is required. Minimal prep and maximum deliciousness, what more could you ask for?! You just sautée your chicken in olive … [Read more…]
Through the years I’ve made my share of stuffed green peppers. My dad always had a garden and a never ending supply of green peppers. When life gives you green peppers, you make every kind of stuffed pepper imaginable! While I consider all the versions amazing, I come back to this my tried and true … [Read more…]
My husband is not the fish eater. He does eat tuna fish from a can, but he’s not getting any points for that. However, he scored big when he told me he wanted to try salmon. Whaaat!?! My non-fish eating husband just said he wanted to try salmon! In a flash, I was heading to … [Read more…]
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