Dig in (Phrasal verb): 1. To delve into 2. To begin to eat heartily 3. To begin work with great determination
It’s a snap to whip up a batch of homemade savory shortbread: poppy and sesame or cheddar in your electric mixer or food processor. Cream softened butter, add in flour, and then pick a seasoning you like: your favorite herb or spice, seeds, nuts or cheese. Try this poppy and sesame seed laced shortbread. It’s […]
Kin – wah. Quinoa Pilaf is easy to make at home. Think of using quinoa in place of your favorite rice, potato, noodle or other grain dish. Because quinoa is actually a seed, it’s a great source of protein, fiber and calcium for vegetarian or gluten free diets. A few tips for fluffy, great tasting quinoa: Rinse […]
Ripe bananas are the secret to this simple banana cake.  Think of this recipe as a blueprint for all sorts of different cakes. Once you are comfortable with the basic ingredient list, you can substitute your own favorite flavors. Instead of bananas, use applesauce or peach puree. Swap nuts for toasted oats or berries or chocolate […]
When it’s chili outside, it’s time for a steaming bowl of southwestern chili inside. The first time I made chili, I used a mix like Wick Fowler’s 2 Alarm Chili Kit. Like making a cake from a box, it was easy, with all the ingredients and seasonings pre-measured.  Start with four pounds of fresh ground round beef […]
