I have been gone for quite some time, and it’s good to be back home and waiting for autumn to appear. The tips of the leaves on some trees are beginning to show their color and the air is cooler and breezy. There will still be some warm days, but fall is right around the corner. […]
Winner of the Box of Cookbooks!
Thank you all for entering the ever popular box of cookbooks giveaway from this month! There will be another one again soon, so if you didn’t win this time, enter again! Drumroll please: The winner of the box of cookbooks (plus a couple extras I will throw in) is….. Prima B. of Winter Haven, Florida! […]
And Here are the New Giveaways for This Week of 9-5-11!
Anytime I find these two books at a sale, I will always buy them for giveaways. They are two books that every cook should own! If you don’t yet have these classic books, then enter the giveaway this week! To enter the random drawing, send your name and email address to [email protected] by 11:59 pm CST this Saturday, […]
Saffron Butter for Fish
If you happen to be grilling fish this holiday weekend, here is a wonderful butter to serve with it. It’s good with fish such as scrod or haddock, or any mild-flavored fish fillet. Saffron Butter 1 Tablespoon plus 1-1/2 teaspoons anise-flavored liqueur1 small pinch (about 15 threads) saffron, crumbled4 Tablespoons unsalted butter, softened1 small clove […]
Last Chance to enter the Box of Cookbooks drawing!
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!
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 […]
