Archive for the ‘Cooking’ category
Pomegranates
How to seed Pomegranates Pomegranates are yummy, full of nutrition and most kids love them. But….and this is a biggie, they are a pain in the neck to deal with. I saw someone on one of the cooking shows say that you can get the seeds or “arils” out easily if you cut one in [...]
Thanksgiving Memories
In just a few more days, Thanksgiving will kick off the holiday season. Thanksgiving always comes to me with a certain sense of nostalgia. Back in the day, we were always at my aunt and uncle’s house and there was usually a crowd. The men would spend the morning in the woods hunting deer, the [...]
Cooking- 5 Essential Kitchen Basics
Ask just about anyone who cooks what their top five kitchen “must haves” are and you will find at least one of the following items on their list. If you are just starting out and need some essential kitchen equipment, this list will give you a good beginning point. Of course, the number of gadgets you can [...]
Recipe – White Chocolate Raspberry Cake
This decadent white chocolate cake topped with raspberries is absolutely delicious. Feel free to substitute the berries of your choice. Or even add a mix of berries. This cake tastes great no matter what you put with it. White Chocolate Raspberry Cake Recipe 1/4 lb White chocolate 6 tb Unsalted butter 6 Eggs 2 tb [...]
Recipe – Crusty Artisan Bread
Crusty Artisan Bread This recipe makes enough dough for four loaves of bread. Bake off all four loaves immediately after rising, or divide and store the dough in the fridge for up to two weeks. 3.5 cups warm water 4 tsp. active dry yeast 4 tsp. salt 7 1/2 cups flour Combine water, yeast and [...]
Recipe – Glazed Orange Chicken
Glazed orange chicken makes a great meat dish, serve with rice and a fresh salad for a healthy and delicious meal.
Recipe – Chocolate Vanilla Chip Biscotti
If there is one thing that is good, it is biscotti, if there is one thing that is better…..chocolate and biscotti. These chocolate vanilla chip biscotti are perfect with coffee and make a nice addition to a gift basket.
Recipe – White Chocolate Scones
These white chocolate scones are a delicious addition to Sunday breakfast or brunch.
Recipe – Skillet Barbecued Chicken
This skillet barbecued chicken recipe is the perfect dish when you don’t have a lot of time for preparation but want to do something interesting with chicken.






