This is the original recipe I use to enjoy at the Win Schuler Restaurant in Ann Arbor until they closed. I worked nearby as a librarian for a Federal agency and we frequently went there for lunch,” happy hour” and sometimes dinner. They do still have their original restaurant in Marshall, Michigan which is not … Continue reading
Spring means a lot of different things to me and not just the end of winter. However, this year I think most people in Michigan are happy to see the warmer weather and no more snow! Oh sure I love to hear the birds sing, watch the bulbs start to bloom and the trees in bud but a special interest of mine is the … Continue reading
Lately there seems to be a lot of recipes with chia seeds. Personally, I have not eaten them (the Chia pets come into my mind) until recently in a green smoothie. The seeds are packed with fiber, protein and antioxidants and they are also a good source of protein, calcium and iron. There are 2.5g Omega-3/ 1g … Continue reading
This is an excellent salad with artisan greens, blue cheese and a wonderful balsamic vinaigrette. Then the salad is garnished with strawberries, oranges and sweet and spicy pecans. I might have to replace my old Balsamic Vinaigrette recipe with this new one. I guess I need to make them both and do a taste comparison … Continue reading
For two years now I have been wanting to make an authentic King Cake. So, I was not going to let another year go by without doing something. This idea comes from David Gaus, chef of the Bayou Bakery. A few dollars for some Pillsbury Cinnamon Rolls, colored sugar and of course a “baby” and in … Continue reading
Everyone in my family enjoys fresh biscuits, especially for breakfast or brunch. For dinner my mom use to fix us 4 kids these big biscuits using Bisquick and we would have them with butter and syrup. I am sure there were times when something simple and inexpensive was in order for dinnertime. I frequently use my Fiestaware glasses, silverware … Continue reading
This is another delicious Weight Watcher’s recipe, one of many that I have posted over the past two years as I am a Lifetime Member of this organization. Yes, two years with my food blog and this is my 650th post so today is a real celebration for me. There is actually more recipes as I often … Continue reading
Today is Valentine’s Day, or the day of romance, and Fiesta Friday #3 on the blog of The Novice Gardener. What better way to celebrate a cold winter day in Michigan than with a cup of delicious hot chocolate topped with all kinds of goodies. Hot chocolate is always a favorite beverage for kids and adults … Continue reading
This is my first Fiesta Friday contribution to Angie’s site, The Novice Gardener, but it is actually Super Bowl Sunday. This is the first time I have joined a “blog party” but what a fun way to meet other bloggers. Now, if I can just figure out what I am doing and link up to this fabulous party created … Continue reading