I love breakfast and brunch foods. I think it’s because I really like mornings. And a proper hot breakfast that includes eggs is the way I prefer to start my day. Fritattas are a go-to favorite. It’s like a baked omelette or a crustless quiche and very portable so if I make it ahead, I …
They were on sale, the shiitakes. The baby bellas were too. I had to buy them, two pints of mushrooms. The problem is…I’m alone in my affection for mushrooms around here. This left me with a lot of mushrooms and not even a little bit of help eating them. I figured I should figure something …
It began with the truffle oil that I practically stole from Mashalls. They had it priced at $5.99. When I saw it my pulse quickened and my heart leaped for joy. It was a mere $5.99! This stuff is usually at least $20 for a few ounces, which is why I’ve never, ever purchased any. …
Whenever I go out to eat, I’m the last one at the table to order. Seeing a menu full of choices overwhelms me, because I love so many things it’s hard for me to focus on just ONE dish. But there are some ingredients that immediately draw my eyes. BACON CREAM CHEESE AVOCADO TROUT SHRIMP MUSHROOMS One …
Mushrooms are one of my favorites, they are meaty and chewy, earthy and rich. I know they can be a turn off to many people. Most of my friends and loved ones cringe when they appear on dishes. I’ve had many discarded mushrooms pushed my way. Whenever they order something that contains mushrooms, I wait. …
Chicken is a one-size-fits-all kind of meat. Everyone eats it and it can be dressed up in so many ways. Barbecued, fried, baked, grilled – each preparation yielding vastly different results. My family members are fanatics of the chicken’s breast and there are only so many ways to prepare that, so when I’m in the …
