I was having friends over for dinner the Sunday after Christmas, and was cooking a beef tenderloin as the main course. I wanted to make a fairly simple dinner, and decided that instead of making appetizers first, then having a … Continue reading →
As you all might know by now, I am a participating member of Daring Bakers. Each month we are given a baking challenge, and sometime during the month we complete the challenge, then post about it on the specified date … Continue reading →
The theme for this week’s Photo Hunter is “squeaky”. The squeakiest thing in my life right now is Bella, our Westie puppy. She is a sweetheart, but has her moments. Her “squeaky” times are when she crawls under the coffee … Continue reading →
One of the cookies I made for my holiday gifts were Gingersnaps. I love this recipe-it’s easy, and the cookies turn out good every time. If you want soft cookies, cook for a little less, and if you want crunchy … Continue reading →
Last year I made the matzo toffee, and it was great. I decided to try a different one this year, and it’s another keeper. Very easy to make, as long as you have a candy thermometer. I messed up, and … Continue reading →
Provencal Onion Tart (unfortunately, not the best photo) I have always wanted to make an onion tart, but like many other things I’ve wanted to make, I’ve just never gotten around to it. Last week I my husband and I … Continue reading →
This year I participated in the Second Annual Season’s Eating’s Secret Gift Exchange, hosted by Kate of Thyme for Cooking. Season’s Eating’s is a ‘secret’ spicy/foodie gift exchange to celebrate the Holiday Season. Each person sends a small gift of … Continue reading →