Roasted Beets- A Favorite Side
Are you a beet lover? I know you are either a lover or hater of beets. It’s one of those vegetables. I love them any way they are prepared. Canned, pickled, cold, warm…and then I made roasted beets. OH, MY! The roasting brings out the sugars in the beets and gives them the BEST flavor. Perfect just as a side. A great addition to salads with a bit of arugula, kale or feta. Yes, please. This is truly the easiest recipe ever. If you want to protect your hands from the red color from the beets that may linger…don some…
How to Use AI for Garden Planning
I don’t know if you’ve gone down the bunny hole with AI yet…but I truly needed inspiration for a backyard garden planning update. If you’ve followed along you’ve seen my 8′ tall zinnia bed that sometimes I plant and other…
Would You Love the Best Pickled Okra?
Do you love pickled okra? It is the EASIEST and FASTEST canning recipe ever! You don't want to miss this recipe!
Cinco de Mayo Favorite Recipes
Happy Cinco de Mayo! Are you like me and love to have favorite Cinco de Mayo recipes? We love Mexican recipes any time of year…so what better time to celebrate, right? If you have followed me long, you know that…
Sprite Biscuits
I know sprite biscuits have been around a long time. I would love to know how many pans of these have been served to those who have had their feet under my table. Seriously. Then I had to create a…
Lemon Buttermilk Pie
Have you heard of a lemon buttermilk pie? or eaten one? Since finding and enjoying P Allen Smith’s buttermilk pie –a custardy version of pecan pie–I need more buttermilk pie in my life. This lemon buttermilk pie ticked all the…
Salmon Wellington
I don’t know about you, but Beef Wellington is always a special favorite dish created by my niece or sister. But, have you had Salmon Wellington? When I ran across a recipe suggesting you use salmon? Oh, my! Yes, please.…
Parmesan Bread Sticks
Every now and then a different form of bread adds a lift to your menu. These Parmesan bread sticks are so quick and easy…and OH, so good! Simple ingredients. A quick put together to create a surprisingly delicious bread that…
Chocolate Chow Mein Bird Nests
This is a great showstopper dessert that everyone will love. We do eat with our eyes first, right? Well, these chocolate chow mein bird nests will please everyone’s eyes and their palette. They tick off all the boxes for creativity…
Cocoa Krispies Bird Nests
I love a creative way to use food for decorations and still be enjoyed as part of the meal. As I was looking for ideas to decorate my Easter table, these Cocoa Krispies bird nests were adorable. Also? I know…
Carrot Cake
Easter dinner seems a bit more festive with a carrot cake on a stand to celebrate. A welcome dessert for spring that just seems to be a favorite one for those who have their feet under my table. Is carrot…
