Gnats! They’ve invaded our home. In seasons past it seemed they only showed up if we had old bananas, but I guess since we had such a warm winter the bugs (including gnats) are out in full force. One thing in our home that attracts gnats is our compost bowl where I throw vegetable scraps [...]
Our small church congregation enjoys lunch together each Sunday and last week was Chef Boyardeelicious! Sweet T “helped” me put together enough Ravioli Lasagna to feed all 15 of us. Everyone enjoyed the dish with most people going back for seconds. One guy went back for thirds so I’m glad I made plenty! Some of [...]
If those 2012 resolutions haven’t been working out so far, why not start fresh today? January 23rd, 2012 marks the Chinese New Year and the year of the dragon. If you were born in 1916, 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, or 2000 then this is your year (Rawr!). Prosperity, peace, happiness, and longevity all [...]
Spiced Coffee with Cinnamon Whipped Cream - Recipe Courtesy of Giada De Laurentiis Ingredients: • 1 cup granulated sugar • ¼ tsp ground allspice • ¼ tsp of ground cinnamon, plus more for dusting • ¼ tsp ground ginger • 1 cup boiling water • 1 cup brewed Giada De Laurentiis for Target Giada Blend Coffee [...]
A spoonful of yogurt dip really does help the veggies go down! I’m not a big fan of raw vegetables unless they are on a salad. I may be nearly 30 years old, but the only thing that has changed from my childhood eating habits is that I’m tricking myself into eating raw vegetables instead [...]
This post brought to you by Carapelli. All opinions are 100% mine. I had no idea that olive oil is held to taste testing standards much like wine is. I love the flavor of olive oil, particularly for dipping bread in when I’m enjoying a pasta meal, but never stopped to think about the variations [...]
I’m guest-posting today on JenAndBarbMomLife.com about ways to wow your dinner guests at your next party. Considering my view of ”wowing” guests these days can be cleaning up Sweet T’s toys and the banana gunk on the couch, you may think I don’t know anything about entertaining. Let me assure you that I love a fun a [...]
I always thought home canning was time-consuming process that required special equipment, time, and patience in spades. This is case for many foods, but not for jalapenos. I had no idea it was this easy to can a few peppers until my dad enlightened me with this pickled pepper recipe. This is the way he [...]
Today is National Noodle Day and P.F. Chang’s has just the thing to help you celebrate. With their new line of home menu dishes, you can enjoy PF Chang’s from the comfort and convenience of home. This is good news for those of use who like an hour away from everything (including my favorite Asian [...]
