For longer than I can remember I have enjoyed Tuna melts (search tuna for recipes) and never thought of using salmon instead. Big mistake as these really hit the spot and actually one of the tastiest salmon recipes I have made. If you are looking for a new way to use this superfood give this … Continue reading
Love to use my slow-cookers as they are a portable, year round appliance. Plug them in the garage or deck if it’s warm outside and inside if the weather is cooler. Michigan has been going back and forth with the weather, one day it’s in the 80’s (unseasonal this time of year) and snow flurries … Continue reading
August 26th is National Dog Day. Founded in 2004 by Pet & Friendly Lifestyle Expert, Animal Rescue Advocate, Conservationist, Dog Trainer and Author, Colleen Paige. He is also the founder of many other holidays such as National Wildlife Day to bring attention to the plight of animals around the globe and to encourage adoption. National … Continue reading
Before I talk about this deliciously spicy coleslaw from Momofuku I would like to introduce you to a new product (for me anyways) called Chili Crunch or Chili Crisp. According to the New York Times “This chili crisp has a Momofuku pedigree.” The original idea came from Lao Gan Ma’s Chili Crisp Sauce which is … Continue reading
Swiss raclette is a semihard Alpine cow’s milk cheese. It’s native to the Swiss Alps but also produced on the French side of the Alps, as well as in the United States. “Raclette” is derived from the French word racler, which means “to scrape“. High in protein, rich in calcium and Vitamin A but with … Continue reading
Fall is slowly approaching but the weather is still perfect for grilling. Salmon is one of the easiest to grill – 30 minutes marinating and 10 minutes on the grill resulted in this beautiful piece of fish!
Lavender is probably my favorite aromatic flower to use in baking. It lends itself to desserts such as custard, bread, ice cream and cookies. I also love to use it in drinks and savory recipes too! Just search “lavender” and you will find a bunch of recipes. This cookie recipe is heavenly to say the … Continue reading
This is a savory, full-flavored frittata that is perfect to serve for breakfast/brunch or even for dinner along with a green salad. This recipe by Tyler Florence appeared in the Food Network Magazine. I have indicated the changes I made. I have to warn you that this frittata is loaded with goodies; adjust the amounts … Continue reading
What better way to wind down the summer season than with a plate of spaghetti, Farmer’s Market tomatoes, fennel and zucchini and my homegrown basil? Just says “summer”. Most of the veggies are roasted but I chose to use fresh tomatoes, peeled and seeded to add at the end with the fresh basil. I added … Continue reading
Spring always means grilling season here in Michigan and many have been enjoying those outdoor barbecues for the past few months. This recipe is all inclusive and all you need is a fruit or green salad on the side. Perfectly cooked in foil packets, juicy and very flavorful. If you are looking for something easy … Continue reading