November 2, 2011
dehydrating tomatoes

Dehydrating food is more than beef jerky. I love to dry almost anything, and tomatoes actually top...

November 2, 2011
sliders

Even though grilling season may be officially over, tailgating time is at its peak.  These...

November 2, 2011
cucumber

A julienne is a knife cut that transforms food into thin strips, approximately 1/8" x 1/8...

November 2, 2011
marinade

With all the penny pinching going on in my food budget, I have become very creative at making a...

November 2, 2011
Heart Shaped Sugar Cookies with Royal Icing Lace

Sugar cookies are a classic confection, destined for so much more than the month-long sprint to...

November 1, 2011

Now that the big Candyfest is over, do you need an idea for using up the candy in one fell swoop?...

November 1, 2011

November is the time to prepare for Thanksgiving. In this house, it means practicing all the...

November 1, 2011
onion

The onion is most intimidating vegetable to cut because of it's round shape and many layers....

November 1, 2011
steak

Steak au poivre is a classic French dish that is easy to make and absolutely delicious.  You...

November 1, 2011
pan de muerto

Pan de muerto is the ubiqutous baked good found at any Day of the Dead celebration.  It is a...

November 1, 2011
apples pears

Celebrate apple and pear season with this sweet n sour homemade chutney. Use this tangy condiment...

November 1, 2011
pumpkin

Mexican candied pumpkin or calabaza en tacha is a sweet treat prepared to celebrate Day of the Dead...

November 1, 2011
chicken cordon bleu

Nearly every week we roast a chicken, then I make stock out of the bones for later use - like in my...

November 1, 2011
pear gorgonzola pizza

We're big fans of John and Elana Talk About Food (if you don't know them, you should), and...

October 31, 2011
tomato soup

Holy cats! I actually was going to give you this recipe, but I found it on YouTube! How cool is...

October 31, 2011

There is no other word for it. These coconut bars are decadent. Wait until you taste these soft,...

October 31, 2011
squash soup

What a delicious combination: Squash Soup with Sage Pesto. It is easy enough to make with children...

October 31, 2011
oatmeal

In my mind, one can never have too many breakfast choices. These breakfast puffs are pretty close...

October 31, 2011
sweet potato

These kale and sweet potato cakes are a healthy way to enjoy the season's bounty.  They...

October 31, 2011
pixie sticks

Shape magazine has published a list of "healthy" Halloween candy on their blog.  We...

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