Yesterday I finally became a “founder” at Middle Ages Brewery AND it was taco night! WIN WIN! I determined that taco night just wouldn’t be complete unless I made creamy, spicy black beans to go on the side. Topped with Cotija Cheese, Cilantro and a dash of Green Tabasco, these were a hit! (Note: Middle [...]
After a long week, Friday is FINALLY my time to cook! I really look forward to this opportunity. Fish is one of my favorite main courses, so I often choose to make it on Friday. I really haven’t met a fish I didn’t like . I try to purchase a different fish each week to [...]
I’m having a moment. Words to describe this bread are not coming easily. It was that good.Hello lover. Let’s get cooking.
When I have people to cook for I get excited and nervous all at once. I’m usually just cooking for one so if I make a failure of a meal no one will ever know. That is of course, unless I blog about it. Good food is always best enjoyed in good company so I [...]
It has been a day of relaxing and food. Some people put their Christmas trees up the day after Thanksgiving, I dream of meals and treats for the next holiday. After looking up a bizillion cookie recipes and entertaining menus, I took Otto the Red Coated Dog-Deer for a walk.Actually, he took me for a [...]
Thanksgiving 2010 was complete with my favorite things: family, food, and a new canine friend. My mom set a beautiful table, with “harvest” dishes.I went to Starbucks in the afternoon for a cappuccino pick me up. Their red cups make me happy, and I was feeling the holiday cheer. We had dinner early, however; I [...]
Red Skinned Garlic Mashed Potatoes is my favorite comfort food side dish. There is a restaurant in my hometown that always has them on the menu. When I was younger, I requested to go there for my birthday JUST so I could have them. Forget the cake–their garlic mashed potatoes were THAT good. This recipe [...]
Sometimes I do crazy things. Like buy an 8-pound Butternut Squash or cook an entire head of cabbage for one person. Last night, the veggie section of my refrigerator was about to explode and required immediate attention. I planned to make a pasta toss, however; cabbage in pasta didn’t sound appealing and I have two [...]
When cravings call, I answer. Hello slow cooker red cabbage, it’s nice to meet you.1 smallish head of red cabbage cored and sliced into thin strips. 2 Granny Smith Apples peeled, cored and finely diced. 1 small onion cut into thin strips. 1/2 cup red wine vinegar. 3 TBS light brown sugar. 1 TBS butter. [...]
Today was a beautiful day. The sky was a brilliant shade of blue and the temperature was mild. Today was a busy day. At 6pm, I was convinced that the clock on my phone was playing a joke on me. Time always seems to fly FAR too fast on the nice days. Today began well, [...]
