Taste Tester Tom requested a Fruitcake. I’ve never been a fan, and I’ve never before made one. I did some research, put together what I learned and came up with this method. Here’s what you’ll need. Candied fruit mixChopped datesCurrents or Golden Raisins1/3 cup grated crystallized gingerSliced Pecans or Walnuts1Read More →

Recently a reader asked for a good recipe for Spudnut Donuts. I had never made them before so I had to do some research. When I found out she was asking for help so that she could make them for one of my favorite cousins; Deanne, I dove in andRead More →

Quick and easy chicken and rice is a great cold weather dish. Here’s what you’ll need. 2 cup roasted chicken diced2 crisp bacon strips diced2 tablespoons chopped leeks3 crimini mushrooms chopped3-4 mini bell peppers chopped3 pats butter1/2 cup frozen corn1/2 cup chicken broth1/2 cup heavy cream1 packet 10 minute instantRead More →

These simple corn fritters are a great side or just as a snack. Here’s what you’ll need. 2 eggs1 can petite white corn (drained)1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon smokey paprika 1/2 teaspoon spicy sea-salt3 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons butter In a large mixing bowlRead More →

This is a wonderful way to use left over roast beef. If you start with uncooked beef you can simply cut it into bite size pieces and boil with vegetables Heres what you’ll need. 1-2 cups of leftover roast cut into bite size pieces. ( I cook roast in aRead More →

Sweet Potato Fries prepared in the airfryer are a little healthier than deep fried spuds. They taste great and are easy to make. Here is what you’ll need 1 large sweet potato 1/3 cup olive oilfresh ground sea salt Peel sweet potato and cut into french fries. Place fries inRead More →

With those fresh tomatoes coming off the vines it’s time to indulge in some of our favorite summer salads. Pick large ripe and firm tomatoes (4). Slice into eighths but leave connected at the base. Remove the center. Filling: 2 hard cooks eggs chopped1 large can water packed tuna drainedRead More →

Heres a simple, tasty soup. Delicious! Here’s what you’ll need. 1 package fresh multi colored mini peppers 1 cup finely dice carrots1 cup diced white onion2 tablespoons real butter1 14 oz can diced tomatoes1 32oz box chicken broth1 cup heavy cream1 teaspoon spicy sea saltFresh ground sea salt and coarseRead More →

All flavor no guilt. This dish brings the taste of an egg roll without the carbs and fat of an egg roll wrapper. Try it – you’ll like it. Heres what you’ll need. 1-1 1/2 cup finely chopped precooked pork loin2 cups finely chopped cabbage1 cup finely chopped white onion1Read More →

Back in the 1970’s my late husband David and our newborn daughter Velvet lived in Portland, Oregon. We were actually pretty poor although David had just started a new job. We new it was going to get better. But right then, when we were invited to a potluck and IRead More →