Today is the last day to enter the drawing for the big box of cookbooks. All entries must be sent to me by 6:00 tonight CST. Check out how to enter: http://su.pr/3CBrKn Check back tomorrow to find out the lucky winner!
Archive | Uncategorized RSS feed for this section
Bundt Cake for a Labor Day Picnic
Bundt cakes are easy to make ahead for a picnic or family gathering, and everyone loves them! You will be the hit of the party with this moist and luscious ever-popular carrot cake. Carrot-Pineapple Bundt Cake with Orange Cream Cheese Frosting 1 small can (8-3/4 oz.) crushed pineapple3 eggs1-1/2 cups vegetable oil2 teaspoons vanilla3 cups […]
Delectable Cheese Bites
If you are looking for an easy appetizer to take along to a party this holiday weekend, try this easy make-ahead recipe for marinated cheese bites. Pecorino Piccante (Spiced Pecorino Cheese) 7 teaspoons fennel seeds2 teaspoons whole peppercorns3/4 pound Pecorino Sienese cheese (or Toscano, young provolone, or ricotta salata)6 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1. Place […]
See You in September!
My jet lag from criss-crossing the country in August has left me super tired! How did it get to be September already?! I think for the next few days, I will just be posting some good recipes and give myself some time to catch my breath and gather my thoughts. I found some great cookbooks along the […]
Wednesday Winner: (Grand National) Bake-Off # 16: Peacheesy Pie
The 16th Bake-Off book was the first one that did not feature the winning recipe on the cover. On the cover you see the “Fudge Ribbon Cake” which was the Senior Third prize winner of $1,500. The Grand Prize winner was 17-year-old Janis Boykin of Melbourne, Florida who won $25,000 for her “Peacheesy Pie.” What […]
Cookbooks, Books, and Bookstores
Our local Borders bookstore is closed and it makes me sad. The cause of death, many experts say, is the internet. Paper and ink have been taken over by Kindles and iPads. Sort of like the equivalent of 45’s in a juke box taken over by CD’s. Yes, the world moves on and progresses, but […]
The Kitchens of the Queen Mary
My friend Cathy sent me this link. It’s so good that I wanted to share it as my blog today. It’s from cookbook writer and author David Lebovitz. You will love his blog! Great photos and recipes. This blog is all about the kitchens of the ship Queen Mary 2. Read it and enjoy! http://www.davidlebovitz.com/2011/07/inside-the-kitchen-of-the-queen-mary-2/
