One of the things that I really don’t like is when I’ve cooked a beautiful meal and have my guys dragging through the door to announce they are too hot and too tired to even think about eating. It’s a drawback to cooking anything in August. I know, make a salad and call it a day, right? But there has to be more to a salad than chopped lettuce. And there is!
Red River Valley Baked Beans
My Dad loves his beans. Every family barbecue or pot luck that will allow a big pot of beans, and I am there, trying out new recipes or dusting off one of the old family favorites. The only two gatherings that I can think of that I don’t make beans is Thanksgiving and Christmas. Maybe some day . . . but for now I’m thinking Labor Day.
The Beauty of a Mexican Cobb Taco Salad
On the menu was a Mexican Cobb Salad with Nacho Chips. My guys knew we were having salad. When they came home from work, they paused in the kitchen, looking strangely at the cans and seasonings on the counter. You would think by now they would know we don’t do anything “ordinary” when we can go for extraordinary.
Grilling Up a Labor Day Cookout
One week to go and it’s Labor Day – the unofficial end to summer and the Backyard Party Season. Labor Day is an American celebration of the workforce. The very first Labor Day Parade took place on a Tuesday, September 5, 1882. It was the brain-child of Peter J. McGuire, a carpenter and labor union leader. Mr. McGuire felt the span between Independence Day and Thanksgiving was far too long, and the workers deserved a holiday all their own somewhere in between. His inspiration came from America’s northern neighbor, Canada. In 1887, Oregon became the first state to declare Labor Day as a public holiday. By 1894, Congress had unanimously voted to approve legislation to make Labor Day a National Holiday, moving the date to the first Monday in September.
Good Morning Country Apple Sausage Patties
Labor day is nearly upon us. For some people, it means a three-day weekend. For us, it’s a real two-day weekend since my guys work Saturday. But that means two days of sleeping in and sitting down to a real breakfast together.
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Raspberry Balsamic Red Wine Roast Chicken
Is today Sunday? Oh how I love Sundays. Sundays are special. I keep saying this, but I want my Special Sundays back again. You know, when you get out the best of what you have, set the table just so and have a wonderful meal. Why is it that we tend to reserve “special” for company? I think I can manage one Sunday a month for us to feel special. What about you?
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One-Pan Flank Steak Fajitas Bursting with Flavors
If you are like me, you really like the ease and convenience of a one-pan or one-pot meal. While this dish requires a little more, in the spirit of one pan cooking it rocks.
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The Duke’s Dutch Baby
While we were in Seaside Oregon we stumbled upon a very interesting shop. It was filled with sarcastic T-shirts, Lava Lamps and John Wayne Cookbooks. I haven’t a clue what these three have in common, but I did pick up a cookbook. I could have gone with the John Wayne Way to Grill or the John Wayne Cast Iron Official Cookbook. I don’t know what makes it Official other than the cover is signed “Eat Up, John Wayne” and there are pictures of him with every recipe.
The Evolution of Slow-Cooker Tavern Joes
Years ago I came across a recipe for Tavern Joes in an old cookbook designed for Crock Pots. The first time I made it, my guys did not go back for seconds. The recipe called for 16 ounces of dark ale. We aren’t beer drinkers, so the flavor did not win favors. It was more like having hot beer with chunks of ground meat. I ask you, does that sound appealing? Didn’t think so.
Feta, Roasted Peppers and Chive Tea Sandwiches Kissed with Love
In 2016, Hubby and I marked our 30th Wedding Anniversary. Not too shabby for a couple of wild and crazy “kids” who eloped after dating for just a week. They say when you know it’s right, it’s right. That year, Hubby had some medical tests scheduled for the day after our anniversary that required fasting. His fast meant no big celebration to mark 30 years of marriage. I’m not complaining or pouting. After 30 years of marriage, holding hands and just being there for one another is an expression of love so deep it needs no special day of acknowledgement.
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Lemon Spaghetti Pairs Perfectly with Scallops
Before we get into this awesome Spaghetti side dish, I need to take a moment to say thank you to a very special man. He has been at the center of my world for 33 years, and I cannot imagine life without him. Happy Anniversary, sweetheart.
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Skillet Chipotle Bean Dip
Oh my gosh, how did this happen? The regular NFL football season is nearly upon us. Already I’ve lost Hubby to the pre-season games. The opening game is just two weeks away, with Green Bay at Chicago for the Thursday Night Game. There’s only one thing to do to win his attention and that is to make a few favorite game day munchies.
Rigatoni Bolognese with Easy
We all know what a Bolognese is, right? Well, that really depends upon your perspective – be it within the Italian understanding of Bolognese or outside Italy. Believe me, for this dish to wear the title Bolognese we are talking outside Italy – way, way outside!
Celebrating Life with a Cherry on Top
Is today National Spumoni Day? Yep, we’ve already established that. Spumoni is a blend of flavors in a gelato or ice cream. Traditionally those flavors are a fruit, a nut and a pedestrian flavor such as vanilla or chocolate. Yet there is nothing ordinary about Spumoni. It inspires such deliciousness.
Get on Board the Spumoni Ice Cream Terrain
Did you know that today is National Spumoni Day? Spumoni ranks right up there as one of my favorite Italian desserts. You can even enjoy a Spumoni inspired Baked Alaska, another of my favorites on a warm summer evening despite the fact that Baked Alaska Day is in February. But then, that’s a subject for another day, right?
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