Few things ignite the deep flames of the fondest memories of my childhood than spending moments with Grandpa Louie and Grandma Lena at my parent’s cottage by the lake. If my siblings and I were fortunate enough, we would experience one of these three, rare occurrences; a sample of a freshly plucked purple fig from our…
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Jonnycakes, Hoecakes, Corncakes: Preferred Victuals of America’s 16th President Abraham Lincoln
“Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man’s character, give him power.” ~Abraham Lincoln In honor of President’s Day ( February 12, 1809–Honest Abe’s actual birthday) and one of America’s Favorite Presidents, today’s offering on this twenty-third day of February are a couple of victuals desired by our 16th…
Curry’s Categories + Brown Butter Curry Rice with Cherries & Toasted Pecans
Serving Suggestion: Smoked Cornish Game Hen & Chopped Salad with Avocados & Cherry Tomatoes The brown butter provides toastiness, the curry the perfect amount of color & spice, the cherries a kiss of sweetness and pecans the nutty crunch. This savory sweet rice helps your palate experience just the right notes of a wonderful culinary…
Healthy Fabulous & Under 400 Calories Madeline’s Spinach Pie with Feta, Raisins, Mushrooms & Toasted Pine Nuts
Madeline’s Spinach Pie with Feta, Raisins, Mushrooms & Toasted Pine Nuts When is comes to feeding our mind, body and spirit we all plan to start the New Year out right, but how do we keep it delicious, interesting and fabulous? Yoga is fabulous and interesting for the mind and body.Meditation is food for the soul,…
7 Prosperous Good Luck Foods for the New Year
“Out with the old in with the new.” This age old wish rings true in most every home on New Year’s Eve and Day. Why not welcome in the year proper with the addition of your favorite foods to ensure good fortune? Here are the wondrous 7 to help lead the way. Fish Fish are…
Brown Rice & Vegetable Casserole—An Earth Day Traditional Side Dish
On this day, April 22nd we demonstrate our support and protection of our beloved Mother Nature. Earth Day is an annual event celebrated worldwide and global actions are held to demonstrate support for environmental protection. It was first celebrated in 1970, and is now coordinated globally by the Earth Day Network and celebrated in more…
English Creamed Garden Peas with Red & Purple Potatoes
New red and purple potatoes and peas are treated to a warm, delectable, creamy sauce for this extraordinary, colorful side dish which makes a stunning statement on any table; holiday or everyday. Perfect alongside Easter roasts or ham. Amazingly delicious! Ingredients 2 pounds small red and purple potatoes, quartered 3 cups fresh or frozen peas…
JB’s Creamy Sautéed Spinach, Mushrooms & Caramelized Onions
This is an extremely scrumptious recipe introduced to me by my friend Jana. Our test kitchen (Me 🙂 ) found it to be very versatile; great mixed with pasta, served alone as a side dish with grilled or baked meat or fish or the filling for panini…really fantastic! Thanks for the delicious introductions & your…
Guest Chef Healthy & Fabulous Recipes Under 400 Calories Madeline’s Spinach Pie with Feta, Raisins, Mushrooms & Toasted Pine Nuts
When is comes to feeding our mind, body and spirit we all plan to start the New Year out right, but how do we keep it delicious, interesting and fabulous? Yoga is fabulous and interesting for the mind and body.Meditation is food for the soul, but what about food interesting and satisfying to the palate? Wednesdays…
The 7 Prosperous Foods of New Year’s Eve
“Out with the old in with the new.” This age old wish rings true in most every home on New Year’s Eve and Day. Why not welcome in the year proper with the addition of your favorite foods to ensure good fortune? Here are the wondrous 7 to help lead the way. Fish Fish are…
Once Upon a Spice 