a traditional french salad dressing with a twist
we have been living off the lettuce in our garden for the last month. sadly i must say, we pretty much picked it clean. every night we go… Read More »
white bean and garlic scape spread
last week i picked up garlic scapes at the farmers market. they have been showing up (here and there) as a replacement for garlic. i decided they added… Read More »
orange, honey & basil vinaigrette
the other day we harvested our first lettuce of the season. p and j got in the garden with me and plucked some nice looking salad greens for… Read More »
taco spiced steak marinade
i love bbq’ing. any bbq recipe i can get my hands on i am willing to try. my kids love a good steak, it’s a safe food in… Read More »
a quick summer tip
a while ago a friend taught me this handy tip. what do you do with left over coffee? during the summer i drink tons of ice coffee. i… Read More »
peach bbq sauce
gwyneth…. my internal debate started at target….do i buy the book? do i need another cookbook? think the recipes are good? my husband had doubts. me…just. love. her…. Read More »
brining chickens
you must think i am nuts, but trust me, this is the best way to prepare a chicken if you are going to roast or fry it. it… Read More »
happy mother’s day!
whether you are celebrating at someone else’s or hosting, you might have to cook something. i always host, it just happens. so although i prepare really easy dishes,… Read More »
cinco de mayo!
it’s may 5th, cinco de mayo. cooking anything special today? i have been finding cinco de mayo recipes everywhere. the saveur magazine this month was dedicated to secrets… Read More »
quick basil pesto
during the summer months i have basil coming out of my ears. i crave it though, i wont lie. i have basil growing everywhere and when i start… Read More »
