Introduction of first foods for baby is a delicate endeavor for even the most diligent parents. There are a plethora of opinions and products in our culture, but keeping it simple, all natural and straight from the earth improves focus as a mother and digestion in… Read More
Monthly archives of “December 2014”
Bar-B-Q Star ~ Meat & Greens as Main Course
Simple preparation and delightful presentation combine in this entree salad that consistently pleases. A delicious lime-cilantro dressing, “stars” of lean beef, healthy toppings of black beans, corn, peppers and scallions plus a plethora of greens make this recipe a main course in need of little else.… Read More
Cookie Classics
Long ago I swore off cookie and candy baking because of one unescapable reality: I could happily live on these foods alone. There are only two qualifiers that call for such activities; one, if it’s the holiday season and two, just for the kids. Currently… Read More
Quiche Mañifique with Custom Made Chicken~Gruyere~Garlic Sausage
There is maintenance quiche, and then there is quiche of creative proportions. This recipe accomplishes the latter. I’m sure you’ve had one ~ a piece of freshly baked quiche that melds flavors perfectly, a flakey, buttery crust, melting in your mouth, so that one slice… Read More
Sweet Ambrosia: Canned Apricot Nectar
Action shot: nectar pleases all ages, and adds massive vitamins to the children’s diet, note smile
Phili Cheesesteak ~ the Urban Legend meets Methow Mama
South Philadelphia, home of Pat’s King of Steaks, originator of the cheesesteak in 1930. I lived within blocks of Pat’s, and it’s rival Geno’s right across the street, for a good 2 years while in graduate school, and the cult following around the sandwich did not… Read More
The Barb is On
Rhubarb: how we love thee. You are full of the zing of spring, yet you are humble and hearty. And how underestimated you have been in years past! From early childhood, my mother always made rhubarb sauce (recipe herein), pie, crisps and cobblers and froze… Read More