Category Archives: Recipes
Savory Onion and Ham Tart
A picture says a thousand words and this one says I was not fast enough to get a picture of this tart before the guests devoured it, so all you get is a picture of my friend Robbie’s pie … Continue reading
Spice Cake
It is a clear, cool and beautiful fall day. There is nothing better than the smell of a spice cake baking in the oven. This spice cake recipe is easy to do and the oats in this cake give it … Continue reading
African Spice Rub
African spice makes a great rub for either chicken or pork. Tonight I am rubbing this paste all over some chicken breasts before cooking them on the grill. You can marinate the meat covered and chilled for up to … Continue reading
Jambalaya
I lived in New Orleans for 5 years back in the late 90s. Rich in culture and flavor, New Orleans is a city that I will always love. Although I must say I do not miss the August heat and … Continue reading
Blueberry Pie
Crust 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon table salt 2 tablespoons sugar 12 tablespoons cold unsalted butter cut into 1/4 inch slices 1/2 cup cold vegetable shortening, cut into 4 pieces 1/4 cup cold vodka 1/4 cup cold ice … Continue reading
Roasted Asparagus with a Mustard Vinaigrette
1 3/4 lb asparagus, trimmed salt and black pepper 3 Tbsp. olive oil 1 Tbsp. minced fresh thyme 1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice 1 tsp. Dijon mustard 1 tsp. whole-grain mustard Preheat oven to 425°. Toss asparagus, 1 … Continue reading
Garlic Mushrooms
I love mushrooms. This recipe makes a great side dish, or a great nibble with some bread to soak up the lemon garlic juices. The earthiness of the mushrooms, the tart of the lemon, and the garlic make for a … Continue reading
Blackberry Swirl Ice Cream
It is HOT outside! What is better on a hot day than a refreshing bowl of ice cream. I am using some of the blackberries that I canned a couple of months ago in a light syrup to make a … Continue reading
Buttermilk Pancakes
We love a great stack of pancakes for breakfast. This tasty batter makes a marvelous textured cake, but be careful not to overmix the batter or your cakes will be tough. 2 cups unbleached all purpose flour 2 tablespoons … Continue reading
