Category Archives: cooking

What desserts are you serving this Thanksgiving day?

Posted on November 20, 2019 by

Several years ago I passed on the job of preparing Thanksgiving desserts (meaning pie) to my daughter and her sons. She told me that this year they are making a traditional pumpkin pie, sour cream apple pie, and my younger … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving planning and sharing !!

Posted on November 8, 2019 by

Planning for Thanksgiving? I have already ordered a free-range fresh turkey that will be delivered on the Tuesday before the big day, and I plan to roast it in pieces after an overnight dry brine. Here’s the process and recipe … Continue reading →

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GOOD EATS: THE RETURN ðŸŽ‰

Posted on August 22, 2019 by

For those who really liked and miss Alton Brown; well, he’s back! Brand-new episodes of #GoodEatsTheReturn Sundays @ 10|9c AND 10:30|9:30c (that’s right — two new shows every week!)

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More salads – garden bounty!

Posted on August 4, 2019 by

I’m eating a lot more salads these days, mainly because produce is so nice, and my own tomatoes are beginning to yield enough that I have to keep up! Also have jalapeno peppers and cucumbers ripening. I really like any … Continue reading →

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1950’s Food – from family supper to party time

Posted on July 30, 2019 by

A repeat from last year, with one addition: Do you remember ice cream socials? We always had a strawberry and ice cream social at church, featuring ice cream (of course), fresh strawberries, and lots of homemade desserts. The 1950’s was … Continue reading →

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Cool treats in the summertime!

Posted on July 7, 2019 by

What could be better than delicious cold treats when the weather is hot and humid? Doesn’t this look delicious? Here’s the recipe, from King Arthur Flour, Mocha Madness Ice Cream Pie.

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Summer Eating & Grilling – What’s your favorite?

Posted on June 26, 2019 by

To be honest, I’m not much of a griller these days, but I do like grill-type food in the summer, with lots of fruits and vegetables. These are a couple of things that I fix. I really love bison/buffalo burgers. … Continue reading →

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