Impeachment news today was overshadowed by Trump’s surprise announcement that he is pulling U.S. troops out of Syria, leaving our Kurdish allies there to the mercy of advancing troops from Turkey. But my guess is that this and impeachment are actually the same story. This is really complicated, and some Read more
In my eternal quest for alternatives to frying food, since I tend to like my arteries, I discovered this wonderful recipe. It’s godly. the filling has cream cheese, cheddar cheese and other stuff. It’s coated in beaten egg then dipped in corn flakes. Big yum! The first time I made Read more
I favor a crunch in some of my food, The flavors are enhanced by this crunchy crust which this reduces any need for salt. Add extra virgin olive oil to coat your favorite pan and heat. Toss in the chicken breast, cut into bite size morsels, and cook turning side Read more
I do sometimes buy pre-fabricated food. These pork tenderloins are from Costco and very tasty. It was a first for me to buy pre-seasoned food, except maybe a frozen pizza. Truly a good choice. The fresh spinach was sauteed in a bit of butter, sprinkled with garlic powder. topped with Read more
This recipe was a gift from my friend Wendy. As a cook, I am bread impaired. Yeast and I have a frightful relationship but I try. Here is one success, sans a bite off the corner. The ingredients go into a large zip lock bag. Follow instructions. Braid, bake, eat. Read more
I read years ago that scientist’s had concluded that, genetically, there is but one human race. The differences in our phenotype are caused by the climate or our given geography. Nordic people have evolved to white skin since they had no need to protect themselves against the heat from the Read more
My friend Lucy and I talk about food a lot. We learn from each other. One day she was telling how very much she enjoyed her rice egg scramble. It didn’t sound great but since she never leads me in the wrong direction I gave it a try. Have some Read more
Braised fresh broccoli in extra virgin olive oil. Nuked potatoes. Boiled sweetbread and a mega piece of avocado! I did add some fresh garlic while cooking. Light, healthy and delicious.
Fresh spinach sauteed in a bit of butter and a sprinkle of garlic powder. Set aside. In the same pan add more butter, since the pan is hot, add the fish fillets. Prior sprinkle the fillets with rosemary, black pepper, parsley, tarragon. Back to the cooking. This moves fast. Turn Read more
Quick and delicious and healthy. Chicken breast cut in bite sizes for fast cooking and total coating of flavors. Small amount of extra virgin olive oil in pan heated. In a separate bowl with chicken toss a small amount of breadcrumbs. Toss into hot pan and allow to sit, so Read more
Creme Fraiche is normally used with desserts as a side to fruits and cakes. Last year while looking for new recipes I found a new use for Crème Fraiche sauce over pasta “with as much parmesan as you can take.” The picture shows shell pasta mixed with Crème Fraiche loaded Read more
Very sweet and absolutely delicious, pecan pies has been a New Orleans favorite from the earliest days of pecan growing in Louisiana. The combination of sugar and thick corn syrup gives the filling its soft, candylike texture. Ingredients; 1/2 cup sugar 1 stick salt butter 3 large eggs 2 1/2 Read more
Like oil moving downhill Republicans implemented Phase One of their grand plan to own the Republic. Reagan deregulated American Media, which allowed political candidates to use airtime and media space indiscriminately and according to their particular budgets and their lobbies -agendas. Access to equal time was eliminated. Only the very Read more
I’ll never know how this image came into existence or who took it. But the offering hand, the accepting bird, the background lighting while stars seem to float around are awe inspiring to this simple soul. Enjoy.
Textures, Lighting, Scenes. Views. Add the music. A good book. Maybe a candle, Yep. Likey.
Pasta al dente, Sweet Italian sausages. Chopped fresh tomatoes. Spices: oregano, basil, garlic, parsley. Topped with loads of Parma. Yum!
Several layers here to please the palette, the eyes and taste buds. First layer, from bottom up, warm re-fried beans, thick slice of avocado cut across in a circle, one egg fried in extra virgin oil, sliced organic tomato topped with fresh basil bouquet. Five minutes to prepare. Enjoy
Easy to make and surprisingly delicious. Email me for the recipe. I found this recipe in “Joy of Cooking” decades ago. Its magic ingredient is white pepper. Be surprised and enjoy it!
One is not a lonely number. Treat yourself special, all the time. I keep a ready place setting in the kitchen. The components are changed often. Here, I learned how to make a kinda rose with a red napkin. Next dinner party gets rose napkins. By the way, open the Read more
From my garden, Roses in the tropics are very difficult to grow. I am too stubborn to give up on seeing everything about them in my little heaven. This sweeties is smaller than her plant mates but somehow captures all the elements of beauty. Enjoy. Life is good.