Mojitos! Delicious stuff! Who would have known that mint and lime go together if it weren’t for these delicious drinks? I ordered a mojito at Black Angus recently. It was tasty but it was mostly ice and 7-up, I wasn’t sure where the rum was. It was grossly overpriced, too! I knew it was time … Continue reading
I keep telling my husband about these National Days that pop up everywhere. Burrito day. Donut day. Peanut butter day. He likes to ask me things like “Who makes up this stuff? Why would they make peanut butter a holiday? I don’t get the day off.” Made up or not, National Beer Day is something … Continue reading
Made with local honey and butter, this white sandwich bread is delicious! It makes awesome sandwiches, toast, breadcrumbs and croutons. This has quickly become a favorite among family members and customers! This bread will keep in the cabinet for up to 5 days (here in California). I keep it in the cabinet for about 3 … Continue reading
When life gives you lemons, say thanks and make cocktails! Recipes don’t get much easier than two ingredients. All you need is sugar and lemon zest to make delicious lemon sugar. Use it to rim a cocktail glass, sprinkle on cookies, muffins or cakes! Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups sugar Zest of 2 large lemons Mix … Continue reading
Actually, it was 7:58.58 A lot of people love to hit the drive-thru for breakfast. Sure it seems quick and easy. But is it really? I can make myself a satisfying breakfast in 8 minutes, get to the freeway in 5, and still be able to eat on the go. Or, I can do the … Continue reading
There is a great place in Esparto, California called Manas Ranch. They have a meat counter, deli sandwiches, and down the road at the farm this time of year they have fresh peaches and produce. On Fridays, the meat counter sells whole BBQ’d tri-tip. They are excellent. I picked one up yesterday and decided to … Continue reading
If you have ever tried to make Mexican corn cake in the oven, you probably know that you have to bake it slowly in a water bath. My family enjoys corn cake but I don’t make it very often, as I really don’t want to have to bake things in a water bath. So, I … Continue reading
Goat cheese is just good stuff. It’s creamy and tangy and yummy. Recently, I tried a salad with a goat cheese fritter. Um – yes please! It was awesome. This is simple and tasty cracker spread. Fresh Peaches and Goat Cheese: 1/4 cup goat cheese 1-3 Tablespoons Milk Diced Fresh Peaches 1 Tablespoon Honey Dash … Continue reading
You can put all sorts of different cut up foods into a pancake. All you need is a solid pancake recipe to start with, then add what you want want. Sautéed apples and a dash of cinnamon. Leftover veggies and cooked bacon. Or – ham and cheese! I caution that you should be careful when … Continue reading
A (Partial) Tour of the West Coast, Vol. 3: Tillamook Cheese and Cannon Beach The third leg of our trip was a little less exciting than the first two. Driving up 101 from Southern Oregon to Northern Oregon was a long, long day. It was beautiful – watching the coast creep up on our left … Continue reading
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