
I started this post the first weekend in April, but Life gets in the way sometimes. This is not always a bad thing. Being forced to slow down has caused a gardening obsession to finally flourish. My entire life I’ve … Continue reading
I started this post the first weekend in April, but Life gets in the way sometimes. This is not always a bad thing. Being forced to slow down has caused a gardening obsession to finally flourish. My entire life I’ve … Continue reading
I think this will make a great marinara for my daughter. This whole venture came about because of her. Ever since she was a toddler, I’ve tried to get her to try to eat ravioli. Well, Hurricane Katrina happened about … Continue reading
A tasty dip that can be made ahead and heated up just before serving. 1 package cream cheese, at room temperature ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, rehydreated in hot water and chopped fine 1 cup olives, black, kalamata, or green- chopped … Continue reading
A simple salad using whole wheat orzo pasta and New Orleans olive salad, which is filled with with carrots and capers and garlic and oregano. The olive oil is so well seasoned that there isn’t a need to add a … Continue reading
My sister makes a delicious eggplant & zucchini gratin. She uses a lot of olive oil, good cheese, salt & pepper, a few other spices that satisfy her whim of the day (although this always includes fresh ground coriander)…and cream. … Continue reading
This is a good salad to serve as a side for a grilled dinner or to bring to a potluck. It’s also great as an entree, with some fruit on the side. 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp (150-200 count), cooked in … Continue reading
What to do with all that leftover grilled, bacon-wrapped venison? Put it on your favorite New Orleans poboy bread! With some mayonnaise, creole mustard, tomatoes and arugula, it’s an excellent meal. The arugula provides an excellent bite that goes well … Continue reading
If you are looking for a hearty beef stew like Grandma used to make, this might be the ticket. I like to make a batch of Beef & Barley Stew at least once each winter. The memorable flavor that results … Continue reading
The farmer’s at my local farmer’s market grow some of the best okra. There have been times when they were so tender I could actually eat them raw. However, when they are a little tougher, one of the best ways … Continue reading
I love tomatoes. My goal has always been to grow tomatoes as tasty as my grandfather did. That may never happen. But, the tomatoes at my local farmer’s market have been keeping me happy for the last 10 years. Thank … Continue reading