I tried this cake yesterday. Although delicious it didn’t work well as a layer cake. If I make it again I’ll do it in a 9×13 cake pan. It is iced with cream cheese icing. It was a favorite cake that my mom made, but thinking back, she always madeRead More →
My all time favorite comfort food meal is pork chops, corn and mashed potatoes with gravy. With that in mind, today I tried to kick it up a bit with spices and fresh red bell peppers. Winner Winner! Here’s what you’ll. 2 thick bone-in pork chops vegetable Oil 1 freshRead More →
I learned this method of preparing pan roasted asparagus from my “grandson by choice” Aaron Rolczynski. It’s a simple way enhance the asparagus flavor and pares well with most any dish. Here’s what you’ll need. 1 bunch of young asparagus spears olive oil or real butter 1 tablespoon packaged realRead More →
This rich and creamy soup is just the ticket for the cold days ahead. Adding potato gnocchi to potato soup makes a hearty and delicious soup. Here’s what you need. 3 large red potatoes 1/2 package potato gnocchi 1/2 cup sliced leeks 3 slices of bacon cut into small piecesRead More →
This chicken is another simple to make dish that is full of flavor. Here’s what you’ll need. 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 large red bell pepper 6 baby Bella Mushrooms 1 small shallot 1 can cream of chicken and mushroom soup 1 soup can ofRead More →
Sometimes you just want a good sandwich. Don’t be shy about mixing ingredients to create the ultimate tasting sandwich. This one is a dandy, rich in variety, texture and taste. Here’s what you’ll need. 2 slices multi-seed bread 3 slices of crisp fried thick cut pepper-edged bacon 3 slices thinRead More →
This combo made for a great meal. I like to try new things, so when I found pecan flour I wanted to give it a try. The results were delicious pecan coated chicken filets. I pared it with tortellini and sun dried tomatoes seasoned with real butter and a basil,Read More →
My daughter Velvet Craigo brought to Easter dinner these tasty little treats. It’s a twist on traditional fruit pizza that was a handheld hit with the family. Here’s what you’ll need. Refrigerator sugar cookie dough 1 block of cream cheese softened 8 ounce container of non-dairy topping fresh fruit cutRead More →
Always one of my favorites, I tried Broccoli Salad with a few changes to reduce fat and sugar. Here’s what you’ll need. 12 oz package of frozen broccoli florets 4 pieces crisp fried bacon crumbled 1/2 cup chopped white onion 1/4 cup salted sunflower seeds 1/2 cup sweet dried cranberriesRead More →
This delicious Bourbon Shrimp is easy to prepare but serves up like a fine dining dish. Here’s what you’ll need. 6 large shrimp per serving Marinade 3/4 cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons bourbon or brandy 1 teaspoon chopped garlic 1 chopped green onion 1/4 cup liquid aminos or low sodiumRead More →