So, Turkey Day is on Thursday and I wanted to offer up a few suggestions for appetizers, side dishes, and desserts for those of you out there who are still working out those big feast menus. Tomorrow I will be posting a recipe idea for those left-over mashed potatoes, but until then here are a [...]
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
In a little under a week it will be Thanksgiving! Are you ready yet? I know for many this is the kick-off to what will be a crazy month of cooking, shopping, decorating, and enjoying family and friends. For my family Thanksgiving is filled with tradition, from mom’s roast turkey to my pumpkin cheesecake. Along [...]
Monday, September 13, 2010
In the last few months I have discovered a few new ingredients that I absolutely love! The first of these is a spice called asafoetida, a deeply pungent smelling spice that, when cooked, adds a smooth onion flavor. A little of this spice makes a big difference as far as complexity of flavor is concerned. [...]
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Happy Cinco de Mayo! Where I live May 5th is celebrated as a day to enjoy some tasty Tex-Mex or authentic Mexican food, have a few beers, and get together with friends and family. I love Tex-Mex, which I think I have said before, so any excuse is a good when my favorite food [...]
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
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