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
The inspiration for this sauce comes from a dessert The Slanted Door in San Francisco used to sell. It was a house made tapioca pudding, drizzled in a dark sauce and topped with diced fruit. It was divine. I was sad when they quit selling the dessert so I set out to make the sauce … Continue reading
“Bacon wrapped chicken breast. Two ingredients. So delicious.” This quote is from our sister and favorite guest blogger, Theresa. We love that she loves to share her recipes with us! We hope you enjoy this one! Cross 6 slices of center cut, thin sliced bacon into a basket-like weave. Place a boneless, skinless, thin sliced … 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
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
Another great recipe from our sister, Theresa! “I think this might be about 5 calories and is delicious. Great for dieting and detoxing too!” CRAN CUBES 3 3/4 cups water 10 oz frozen cranberries (I use Stahlbush Island Farms, sustainable, non GMO certified) Boil cranberries in water until berries pop. Strain through a seive and … Continue reading
We love guest bloggers here at CPM. We also love salads, and our sister is the queen of salads! Enjoy this guilt free recipe from Theresa’s kitchen. GUILT-FREE SPINACH SALAD Makes 2 dinner portions 4 c spinach leaves 8 oz chopped baby Bella mushrooms 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and chopped 2 peeled hard-boiled eggs 1-2 … 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
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