Summer is here, the farmer’s market is bountiful, and who wants to heat up the kitchen? A classic Spanish dish is a great way to utilize these vegetables in all their simplicity and deliciousness! I’ve never made gazpacho before, but … Continue reading
Although I grew up overseas, every summer my parents would bring us to the states for 4 to 6 weeks. Most of that time was spent with my grandparents, Ethel and Fred, in a small town in central Louisiana that … Continue reading
I can’t visit the in-laws without making at least one dish, despite the numerous protests my mother-in-law made this time. Once I started making it, and told her about the mushrooms, she got a big smile. They both love mushrooms, … Continue reading
NOTE: Updated and with directions! What happens when you follow your recipe notes, knowing that it’s not the recipe you normally make, but make it anyway? Well, you don’t end up with the same thing, that’s for sure. This was … Continue reading
A true farmer’s market find, although you’re more likely to find it hiding in someone’s back yard. Last week I was lucky enough to have my mother bring me some figs from her back yard. This week, I’m doing the … Continue reading
In honor of the newest expected arrival in the neighborhood, this is what I made:
Lots and lots and lots of cherry tomatoes at my in-laws house! They will never eat all these fresh, so, since I was cooking for them and filling up their freezer, I decided to make a soup for them (and … Continue reading
If you live in a rural part of the Southern states, you may be lucky enough to have access to fresh figs. The figs grown in the south are smaller than the figs grown on the West coast, but no … Continue reading
Muffins are supposed to be a quick and easy treat. Nothing annoys me more than a “quick and easy” recipe that calls for 2/3 of this, 1 3/4 or that. Now, I’ve just dirtied 3 different measuting cups. Just more … Continue reading
Cajun Deviled Eggs My Way If any of you out there have taken up with raising your chickens in the last few years, you are well aware that you are about to be gifted beautiful, fresh eggs almost every single … Continue reading
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