My husband gives these his “2 thumbs up.” You can absolutely substitute approximately 2 lbs. of chicken wings. The chicken can be cooked in the oven on a rack, or they are fabulous done on the barbecue, just make sure when barbecuing to use the “indirect” method or you’ll end up with burnt chicken! Wings […]
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Zip-It
Yes, this is going to be one of those posts where I need to vent! Not exactly the world coming to an end but… I bought a casual jacket to take with me to London in October, 2012. It’s cozy and warm but light, so perfect for the travel! It’s my everyday fall/winter grocery shopping, […]
Come For Dinner!
Now the holidays are over, the menu planning and entertaining is done, I can’t help but think about hosting dinner parties. We’d invite some friends, try and decide what to cook and in general make ourselves a little crazy rather than just going with the force! Have you ever watched “Dinner Party Wars” or better […]
Turkey Gumbo Soup
Guess what I found while rummaging around in my freezer? You guessed it, the carcass from the roast turkey! Some don’t like okra; I don’t happen to be one of them! If you don’t have a turkey carcass, simply buy turkey drumsticks and wings and follow my instructions on How To Make Stock. I find it […]
Mushroom Crostini
Mushroom soup, mushroom pasta sauce, mushroom filled ravioli, so many ideas, so little time, especially for wild mushrooms! If you’d like to change things up a bit add a few dried Porcini that have been soaked, drained and chopped or substitute some fresh Chanterelles for some of the brown mushrooms. In the spring, if you […]
Random Thoughts On 2014
The Christmas decorations are put away for another year, including the vintage icicles, that hung from our trees when we were kids. The package still has the 10 cent price tag from Zeller’s! The fairy lights on the window, are staying up until the day after Valentine’s Day! Champagne always goes so well with twinkly […]
Clementine, Goat Cheese And Walnut Salad
This salad is one that I like to make in winter when Clementines are available. If you find some watercress it would be a nice addition to the other greens. If you have a pear on hand you could chop it up and add it as well. The salad can be served as a main […]
Rosemary “Yorkshire” Puddings
Absolutely fabulous served alongside a delicious prime rib roast of beef and gravy! I’ve been known to serve them with beef stew made with red wine. Rosemary goes so well with beef! The puddings are crisp on the outside, soft inside and stay puffy! Now I want some! Preheat the oven to 350 F 1 […]
Green Beans With Shallots And Lemon
This has been my go-to for making green beans for so many years…they seem to go with everything and most people like them! The lemon adds a nice citrusy zing! When I make the recipe using locally grown beans it’s pretty awesome! Makes 8 – 10 Servings 2 – 2 ½ lbs. fresh green beans […]
A Christmas “Lunch”
The “family” is coming to an early Christmas dinner a few days before Christmas. Just the five of us this year but nonetheless, we want to have a “proper” feast! I’ve been working on the menu and of course, as usual, it’s the veggies that seem to present problems! This person doesn’t like that and […]