There is something about pork roast and October that go together. I love the aroma of the house when it’s roasting, and love having these wild rice croquettes to serve with it. They are also equally wonderful with a veal roast or turkey. Round out the meal with some roasted carrots and an apple dessert. Wild Rice Croquettes […]
There is Still Some Okie in Me…
As a former Okie, how could I not buy this cookbook? My dad was transferred to Oklahoma City after my 7th grade year, and I spent the rest of junior high, high school, and two years of college in Oklahoma. I have so many fond memories of Oklahoma, and a couple bad experiences, like finding scorpions in […]
What is it about Aussie Chefs??
I have yet to meet an Australian cookbook that I haven’t completely loved. My daughters have traveled several times Down Under and always bring back some cookbooks for me. I have Paul Wilson’s incredible “Botanical,” Alla Wolf-Lasker’s “Lake House,” and many smaller books such as a favorite from the Queen Victoria Market – and of […]
Wednesday (Double!) Winners: Pillsbury Bake-Off # 23
Bake-Off # 23 marks the first of six Bake-Off’s that introduced double grand prize winners. Yes! Not one, but two lucky people won the $25,000 prize. I am not sure why Pillsbury started this exciting new twist or why they only did six of them, but I’m betting there were no complaints from the contestants! This 1972 Bake-Off took place at the […]
The Art of Curries
I had a feeling this was going to be an interesting cookbook when I picked it up recently at a book sale. The simple title sold me, because making a good curry dish can be simple or a complicated process. Curry is one of the world’s most fascinating spices, and whether mild, hot, liquid, or […]
Coffee Cake with Coffee Icing
This buttery cake with yogurt, cinnamon, coffee, cocoa, raisins, and walnuts is frosted with a coffee and cream cheese icing with a touch of orange is perfect for the fall weather. Coffee Cake with Coffee Cream Cheese Icing 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar1/2 cup raisins1/2 cup chopped walnuts2 Tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder1 Tablespoon ground cinnamon2 […]
A No-Knead Bread for the Weekend
Here is a fun and delicious bread to try this weekend – and there is no kneading required. It smells heavenly while baking! BACON CHEESE BREAD 1/2 cup milk1 can (10-3/4 oz.) condensed Cheddar Cheese Soup, undiluted1/4 cup butter3-1/2 cups all purpose flour, divided1 package active dry yeast (not quick yeast)1-1/4 teaspoons table salt1 large […]
Don’t Worry – I’m Coming Back Soon – and Here’s a Sneak Peek!
I really hate being sick this week, but look what I have to write about soon! Stay tuned! And all these are just a few…
