My husband and his coworker started a food exchange at work. His colleague gave him some fresh eggs and in return, he became the proud owner of my Strawberry Vinegar. This recipe is a standard in my household and I have been making it for many years. Thanks to my grandmother, who found the recipe…
Recipes
Pineappleade
Every weekend in the summer, I make a very large bowl of fruit salad. Pineapple, melon, green apples, strawberries, peaches, plums and blackberries all go into the mix. Dressed with Strawberry Vinegar, it is delicious and refreshing. What to do with the pineapple peel? Make pineappleade. Several years ago, I came across this recipe from…
Four Bean Salad
This is a classic recipe from our family archive. We have been using this recipe for almost 50 years. My mother received this recipe at her wedding shower. Four Bean Salad 1 can green beans 1 can wax beans 1 can garbanzo beans 1 can dark red kidney beans 3/4 c. sugar 2/3 c. white vinegar…
Purple Passion
My husband has a love affair with purple. Purple clothes, purple potatoes, purple carrots and now purple asparagus. He had a short list of items to purchase at the farmers market. He surprised me with purple asparagus and I loved the idea. I made Pesto Pasta with Purple Asparagus and Peas. Lots of p’s in…
Lemon Curd
My father gave me another large batch of lemons so I decided it was time to finally make lemon curd. The recipe came from the cookbook Celebrating with Julienne by Susan Campoy. Julienne is a local neighborhood bistro known for its delectable food and charming atmosphere. Lemon Curd 1 c fresh lemon juice (about 5 lemons)…
Marvelous Mandarins
Mandarin oranges are in season and I have been purchasing them by the boxful for the last few weeks. I couldn’t resist when I saw this box because it was meant for me. Don’t you think? *Tina
Extra Crispy Fried Chicken
My husband wanted to have fried chicken on Super Bowl Sunday so I found this recipe on Pinterest from The Messy Baker Blog. Extra Crispy Fried Chicken 2 lbs chicken thighs/drumsticks 4 c buttermilk 4 c flour 1 1/2 tbsp. kosher salt 1/2 tbsp. black pepper 1 tbsp. garlic powder 1 tbsp. onion powder 2…
Blackberry Buckle
I am on a quest to use up my stash in the crafts arena as well as the pantry. I had all of the ingredients on hand to make this recipe and here is how I did it: Blackberry Buckle Buckle 3/4 c sugar 1/4 c butter flavored shortening 1 egg 2 c flour 1/2…
Ken’s Chili
My husband makes the best chili. I know I am biased, but his fans don’t lie. Everyone that has ever tried his chili likes it and then wants the recipe. Ken’s Chili 2 packets of Lawry’s Chili Seasoning 2 lbs ground turkey 2 cans of dark red kidney beans 1 8oz can of tomato sauce…
Brown Butter Snickerdoodles
The last cookie recipe I wanted to share with you is for Brown Butter Snickerdoodles from Ambitious Kitchen. Brown Butter Snickerdoodles 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 2 teaspoons cream of tartar 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon ¼ teaspoon of salt 2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter 1¼ cup packed dark brown sugar…