It’s summertime! So I scream, you scream, we all scream for ICE CREAM!! And in my house that means fun foods such as homemade ice creams and popsicles get made on a somewhat regular basis.  Although this process requires special equipment, such as your favorite ice cream maker, a quart sized freezer safe storage container,…

Contain yourself!  Leftovers, open items that need to be refrigerated, bulk spices…all of these and more should be placed in containers for storage.  The options for contains is so broad. Do you store your items in its original container from the store? Do you use paper, plastic, or glass? What is your preference?  Glass: Personally,…

Was there a meal from your childhood that seemed to be your parents’ “go to” meal? One that could be made if they did not have time to go to the store or could be made with ingredients already in the kitchen? This is one of those types of dishes. My mom always called it…

Have you ever discovered a recipe that you knew your family would love as soon as you decided to make it?  This is one of those recipes.  About a year ago, my husband brought home a magazine which he thought I might enjoy.  It actually was more for him since it was geared more towards…

Have you made a recipe that makes you think of family and holidays? This recipe makes me reminisce for sure.  It is decadent and rich; a small serving goes a long way making it a perfect recipe to share at a large gathering.  I have even made this and split the batch into 2 portions…

Have you ever wanted a recipe that you just know you pay way too much for at an Asian restaurant? I have made my version of beef and broccoli for many years and find it to taste much better than what is available in restaurants. Most of the time the restaurant versions have beef that…

Have you ever had a meal that you know you will rarely find in a restaurant? One that is so special that you know you have to try to recreate it when you find the key ingredients? That is me! Especially living where fresh Asian ingredients are rarely available; I take advantage of when I…

Have you ever wanted to replicate a meal you ate at a restaurant? I always want to eat restaurant style meals at home, just a healthier version if possible. This is one of those recipes. Chinese style bbq pork tenderloin can be lean and just as flavorful as the more unctuous spare ribs. Do not…

Have you ever gone to the store and stumbled upon an ingredient you just had to try? That is how I discovered this recipe. The gigli pasta is beautiful! The colors and shape of the pasta are stunning; the floral shape is reminiscent of spring time. So if you are looking for a tasty spring…

Have you ever wanted to make a protein that was elegant yet simple? This recipe has only a few ingredients and can be put together quickly. It’s ready in less than 30 minutes. Winner, winner! I first discovered this recipe while my husband was working evening shifts as a local police officer. Since we were…