Bloody Mary

Hair of the dog…

It’s not a lovely turn of phrase. But, does it work? We might be giving it a try tomorrow. If we do, we’ll be drinking a bloody mary. When it’s time for a late brunch, this cocktail makes a perfect companion to a grilled […]

Mayan Hot Chocolate

It’s official! We’ve survived the much-anticipated Mayan Apocalypse! So, let’s celebrate and make some hot chocolate. Adjust the recipe to your taste adding honey to finish your chocoalate or less cinnamon if you choose. But, try it with less sugar than you think you might enjoy. Mexican chocolate is quite […]

Sweet Buttermilk Cornbread

I’m running out of ways to differentiate my growing assortment of cornbread recipes. This one is a perfect combination of moist, tender and fluffy. And, a touch more sugar than usual almost puts this one in the dessert category. This was perfect with eggs and chili. It also made a […]

Spiced Cranberries

This year’s spiced cranberries are just about gone. And, we’re not just putting it on the turkey and turkey sandwiches. It’s also delicious on a buttered baguette, yogurt and müesli.

Spiced Cranberries makes almost 4 cups

2 bags cranberries (2 – 12 oz bags) 1 1/2 […]

Apple Bread Pudding

Apple Bread Pudding makes 1 large casserole

3 cups leftover stewed apples (spiced) 2 cups milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 4 eggs 1/2 cup raisins 1/2 cup sugar 3 cups bread crumbs 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 3 Tablespoons butter, cut into small cubes

October 10th, 2012 | Category: Bread, Breakfast, Favorite Ingredients, Food, From Scratch, Fruit, Recipe, Simple Bites, Snacks, Sweets | Leave a comment

Asparagus Frittata

Asparagus Frittata makes 1 large casserole dish (approximately 6 servings)

5 cloves garlic, sliced 1 Vidalia onion, rougly diced 2 Tablespoons butter 1 Tablespoon olive oil 2 bunches of asparagus, well-washed & cut into 1 inch pieces 2 ripe Juliet or Roma tomatoes, roughly diced 4 Tablespoons […]

Roasted Peppers

Roasted Peppers with Fried Eggs on Bolillo

Start with a giant bag of assorted peppers from the Buford Highway Farmers Market ($2.99)

Bake…

Then, crank up the heat.

Roasted Peppers

10-12 […]

Semolina Cornbread

This is not quite polenta cake… but, it’s pretty close. Sweet, cake-y and dense, top a wedge of it with a little pat of butter and serve it warm with a strong mug of coffee for a small breakfast or snack.

This is our new favorite sweet snack.

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Valrhona Cocoa with Marshmallow Cream

Now that the spring colors light the air, we don’t mind the cool fronts that whisper in and out of our lives. I for one look forward to these last reminders of winter. They offer a last chance to use that chill as an excuse for a soothing cup of […]

Bee Pollen & Honey

Bee Pollen, Honey, Pecans, Granola & Greek Yogurt

It works!

Well, it’s working for me at least. That’s all I know for sure. I’m two weeks into my little experiment and I’ve only had the sniffles once. I’ve been snacking on this Greek yogurt treat for […]