Back in early November, I had the opportunity to have a cooking lesson with Aunt Millie. She's not really a relative, but I'm claiming her, anyway. People can be kin in ways other than by blood. At … [Read more...]
Sugar and Spice Nuts
Holidays aren't complete without some spicy toasted nuts to nibble on. This recipe came to me by way of my retired teachers group. It's easy to make and super good. You might want to make an extra … [Read more...]
Texas Bundt Cake
If you’re a fan of Texas sheet cake, then you’ll love a Texas Bundt cake. This cake has all the yummy chocolaty goodness of a sheet cake combined with the classier presentation of a Bundt cake. … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving Basics
With Thanksgiving zooming into view, it's time to pull out the some of the basic recipes to prepare, whether you are celebrating with family at home or taking a dish to a potluck. This list includes … [Read more...]
Berry Pie
A recent book I read is the inspiration for this pie. In The Confession Club by Elizabeth Berg, a group of ladies meeting together for food and friendship evolved to be a group for shameful … [Read more...]
Cheesy Chicken Soup
October is the beginning of soup season for me. The combination of cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese in this recipe makes this soup extra filling. Warm chicken soup pleases most everyone, so … [Read more...]
Pico de gallo
The fresh ingredients in pico de gallo combine to make a tasty topping for a number of dishes. Serve with tacos, nachos, quesadillas, fajitas, or anything you like. This is one of the most versatile … [Read more...]
Deep Fried Yellow Squash
Summer gardens are the best. Yellow squash is easy to grow and is usually readily available at farmers' markets during this season. One way to prepare it is to deep-fry it to a crispy texture. This … [Read more...]
Email Subscription Update
Dear Email Subscribers,When you receive an email from me to notify you there's a new blog post, it will now come from a different subscription service. New notifications will be sent through a new … [Read more...]
Savory Tomato Pie
One of the best things about summer is the arrival of fresh tomato season. An abundant crop calls for a savory tomato pie. This delicious side dish is super easy to prepare and everyone at your table … [Read more...]
