A Food Blog: Who I am and what I do.
Easy Balsamic Vinegar pie with Olive Oil Crust. I know it sounds sketchy, but “Desperation Cooking” has been part of our American culinary history for generations. And it recently experienced a comeback. Some haute cuisine restaurants across the country are paying their respects to this frugal form of cooking by […]
I give you the Ultimate Smitten Mitten Cocktail! I’m a proud Michigander – always have been and always will be. Honestly, how could you not love a state where you can raise your right hand (palm facing out) and point with your left to where you live? Michigan has a […]
This recipe for New Favorite Carrot Cake with 5-Minute Cream Cheese Buttercream is moist, flavorful and packed with fruit, nuts and carrots. Before adding the raisins to the batter, they are soaked in spiced rum. If you’re looking for your new favorite carrot cake with cream cheese buttercream recipe for […]
This recipe for Healthy Mediterranean Farro Salad features sun dried tomatoes, Kalamata olives and a creamy feta cheese. It’s versatile in that it can serve as either a hearty side or satisfying vegetarian entree. Not everyone enjoys the flavor of goat cheese, which is why I have chosen a mild […]
Easy 30 Minute Roasted Chilies and Pineapple Slaw is slightly sweet with a little heat and just enough dressing to make it creamy, but not heavy. This variation on traditional coleslaw recipe will be a hit at your next backyard BBQ. The Napa cabbage offers a milder flavor than the […]
My recipe for Authentic Mexican Hot Chocolate in 10 Minutes is like me – a blend of cultures. The addition of orange blossom water imparts delicate floral notes and pairs well with the chocolate. The taste is rich and delicious, regardless of the fat content of the milk. I always […]
Lita’s Easy Lemon Squares with Coconut Shortbread is a variation of my mom’s recipe. They remain my favorite above all others. Now, I acknowledge that sentiment could be influencing my judgement, but I think there’s more to this simple recipe for lemon bars than just a fond childhood memory. These delicious […]
This Bold 30-Minute Baked Mac-n-Cheese Recipe is an ode to my old friend, Ossie’s Mac-n-Cheese! This creamy, cheesy, mac-n-cheese with a crunchy, seasoned breadcrumb topping makes a perfect side or a hearty dinner. This is comfort food at its finest! I will often whip up a batch of pan of […]
My husband’s side of family is part Romanian. This recipe for Delicious 5-Layer Romanian Coffee Cake is an adaptation of a cake his aunt shared with me many years ago. I first had this cake in 2008 at a family reunion and absolutely fell in love with it. This old […]
These Heavenly Lemon Currant Scones in 40 Minutes feature cream, fresh lemon zest and currants. If you’re looking for a slightly sweet and bright weekend brunch side, look no further. A brief history on scones I stumbled upon a post by Freshways on the history of the scone. Besides being […]
