Sometimes life just gets away from us, time speeds by and we forget to take the meat out of the freezer. I know, it happens to me all the time. A little shortcut that I learned years ago, is to cook and freeze hamburgers. Cook the hamburger or ground beef in a skillet like you […]
Stocking the Freezer
April 4, 2022 by 9 Comments
Although we don’t have a garden this year, we have had our fair share of fresh vegetables and fruit. I think the folks at the Farmers Market are beginning to recognize us. Going to the market to get inspired by the variety of fresh fruit and veggies has become one of Doug and my favorite […]
101 Super-Easy Slow Cooker Recipes Cookbook Review
August 11, 2021 by Leave a Comment
If there is such a thing as a cookbook superfan, we may just qualify in the top ten. And one of our absolute favorite authors are the ladies from Gooseberry Patch. Over the years they have perfected their cookbooks by giving others like us the opportunity to share our family’s favorite recipes. With cookbooks covering […]
What Is Cake Flour? When to Use It and How to Make It
April 1, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Does your recipe call for cake flour? While standing in the grocery aisle, or your own kitchen, seeing an unfamiliar ingredient can be daunting. What is cake flour and when do you use it? Obviously, it’s perfect for making certain delicious cake recipes, but there’s a lot more to this form of wheat flour. So […]
Nesco Food Dehydrator Review: An Efficient Tool For Drying Foods
September 8, 2019 by Leave a Comment
So you want to consider the NESCO Food Dehydrator but are unsure about all of the hype? Well, here we’ve provided a NESCO food dehydrator review that will give you all the details. Dehydrating food in general is a simple way to turn almost any fruit, vegetable, or small piece of meat into a convenient […]
Guide To Cooking Lentils: Mouth-watering Dishes
September 3, 2019 by 1 Comment
Image via Pixabay If you’re like most people, you want to eat healthier, spend less money on food, and not have to slave in the kitchen to prepare your food. At the same time, you don’t want to sacrifice flavor. Lentils might be the perfect option to accomplish all of this. This article will look […]
What Is A Dutch Oven? 5 Ways To Put It To Use
August 31, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Image via unsplash The Dutch oven is one of the oldest cooking vessels still in common use today. Durable to the point that many Dutch ovens are passed down through the generations, and versatile enough to be used in a variety of different cooking methods, it is understandable that the Dutch oven has lasted so […]
Common Spices You Need For Uncommonly Delicious Food
February 7, 2019 by Leave a Comment
The common spices that you will find in a typical US kitchen is a result of hundreds of years of historical and cultural influence.Â
An In-Depth Guide Of The Texas Toast For The Year 2019
December 1, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Making Perfect Texas Toast Texas Toast is a flexible addition to any barbecue or southern meal. From roasted turkey to Italian pasta, there’s a lot to be gained by offering a few slices of Texas Toast on the side. Easy to make and harder to perfect, Texas Toast comes in a few varieties. We’re going […]
Honey: The Amazing Food
June 29, 2018 by 1 Comment
Honey is both nature’s candy and workhorse in equal part. This is because the sweet, gooey syrup lends itself to so many dishes. It can complete, complement, or alter the flavors found in countless foods, and bring out the best flavors in other foods. Mark HammillMark is a self-taught cook specializing in Asian cuisine. Mark’s […]