Author Archives: CJ

Champagne Cake

Posted on June 21, 2011 by CJ

    Here is a blast from the past, the Champagne Cake. This cake was extremely popular in the 50s, but  you rarely see it anymore.  This pretty pink cake is kept chilled until served.  Refreshing and delicious, not only can … Continue reading →

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Ice Cream Scoops as Measuring Cups

Posted on June 20, 2011 by CJ

  Find it difficult to measure items like peanut butter or shortening?  Spring loaded ice cream scoops are great for this task as they come in 1/4,  1/3,  and 1/2 cup sizes. Share this:

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Raspberry Nectarine Pie

Posted on June 17, 2011 by CJ

I have been at the farm this morning. The ingredients readily available usually inspire a revelation of something that I have not done in awhile. As I was growing up in the summer fruits were in abundance coming out of the orchards. … Continue reading →

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Rack of Lamb

Posted on June 16, 2011 by CJ

    When entertaining it is wonderful to serve a dish that does not trap you in the kitchen away from your guests.  Rack of lamb is easy to do and it makes a very elegant dish for your guests … Continue reading →

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Rising Dough

Posted on June 15, 2011 by CJ

    Sometimes it can be hard to find a place warm enough for your dough to rise. Try placing a coffee mug with water in the microwave on high for a minute. Move the warmed coffee cup to the … Continue reading →

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Roasted Peppers with Olives Capers and Marjoram

Posted on June 14, 2011 by CJ

  Bright and colorful, sweet and savory. an excellent combination for any dish. We love the flavor of roasted peppers and the marriage of the peppers, marjoram, olives, and capers are an excellent choice to showcase them. This colorful plate … Continue reading →

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Keep your cake moist

Posted on June 13, 2011 by CJ

Ever fear that your cake will dry out after the first slices are taken out?  You can keep your cake moist by placing a peeled apple in with the cake under a cake  dome.  The moisture from the apple will … Continue reading →

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Roasted Cauliflower

Posted on June 10, 2011 by CJ

Sometimes in a quest to experience a blend of flavors, we ignore the most simple and pure flavors. We sometimes forget that a recipe does not have to be complicated, or contain a lot of ingredients, to be tasty. Roasted … Continue reading →

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Too much citrus?

Posted on June 10, 2011 by CJ

If you are like me, you sometimes have too many lemons, limes or oranges left over and you do not want them to go bad. Try slicing them into rounds and placing them on a plastic wrapped baking sheet and … Continue reading →

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Asparagus and Peppers with Goat Cheese

Posted on June 9, 2011 by CJ

    Asparagus is a wonderful vegetable that is low in calories but high in vitamins and minerals. It is high in fiber and has natural diuretic properties, not to mention that it tastes great as well. I love them … Continue reading →

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