Peanut Banana Oat Dog Treats

Can you eat them too? Sure. But, they’re more than a little bit on the bland side.

Our dog is a spoiled little monster. She’s not a fan of any dog food. Left to her own devices, she’d choose to starve to death rather than […]

Peanut Banana Butter

This great little spread does it all. It can be a snack, a meal or a sweet. Just vary your portion to fit your hunger level. It’s great straight off the spoon, too. For a healthier treat, omit the sugar and add 1 tablespoon of honey (or no honey at […]

Four Raspberries

Three in the picture, one in my mouth…

I grew these!

So, it took three long years of patience. But, now the raspberry sprouts are really filling in nicely. We’ll be fighting the squirrels and birds for one heaping pint of raspberries. These were a little […]

A Day At The Beach

Quiet Beach Days Are The Best

Cool, cloud free…

And, then, there’s the water.

…Just look at that water.

Too soon, we have to head back to reality. There’s unpacking to do. And, […]

Adobong Manok Sa Tomato — Chicken Adobo With Tomato

So tender…

…tender, tangy and oh so tasty. But, the rich taste of the chicken shines through it all.

This is one of those dishes that we devoured until it was gone. And, requests for a repeat performance were immediately requested. I’ll be adding diced red […]

Snacks

Snacks are every bit as important as a real meal. You could even say they’re more important. How often do your snacks turn into that days lunch? The best of intentions get swept to the wayside when there are things to do. So, what do you eat for your snack/possible […]

Strawberry Peach Sangria

The last of the blossoms have fallen and the leaves are filling in beautifully. Don’t those vibrantly bright green leaves call to you and demand attention even with pollen in the air?

Get out there and enjoy!

April 13th, 2015 | Category: Breakfast, Cocktails & Libations, Favorite Ingredients, Food, From Scratch, Fruit, Recipe | Leave a comment

The First Day of Spring Is Right Around The Corner

Apricot Blossoms

They’re always the first to bloom in our back yard… maybe we need a cherry tree, too.

It’s a fleeting beauty.

Today, half of those petals carpet the floor and new blossoms take their place.

Roasted Broccoli With Garlic

A Gorgeous Broccoli Display At Our Local Whole Foods

I love broccoli. But, it takes a little bit of love to make it properly. You can’t just throw it in a pot of boiling water and forget about it. Well, actually, i suppose you can. But, you won’t […]

Pâté, Pickles, & Bavarian Style Mustard

Butter mellows the powerful flavor of the chicken livers and adds incredible richness to the dish. The key to this dish is to carefully cook the chicken livers. And, it’s best served at room temperature.

Chicken Liver Pâté

1 lb chicken livers 6 ounces butter, soft […]