Have you ever gotten a call from an out of town friend informing you they are now in your town and want to come over? Or your kid tells you they need to bring a dish to share at their Girl Scout/Boy Scout/Camp Fire Girl/Boy’s & Girl’s Club meeting? And the meeting is in a […]
Fennel and Onion Baked Chicken
As I get older I realize how much I like simple things. Sure, I can appreciate an over the top elaborate 10 course meal. But you just won’t find me cooking one anymore. No, simple and fresh flavors work for me. While “shopping” in my friend Holland’s garden again, she gave me a fresh fennel […]
Superbowl Eats
Superbowl is right around the corner, and it’s time to get out the buffet table and load it up. If the usual choices such as chicken wings and guacamole are getting boring, try one of these easy recipes instead. And I guarantee they all go great with beer! Do you like surprises? These little sliders […]
Indian Spiced Chicken
Using a variety of herbs and spices in your cooking is an excellent way to bring new flavors and textures to your food. Once upon a time, the most exotic thing you could find in your supermarket spice aisle was tarragon or maybe herbes de provence. Spice companies are now marketing an incredible variety of […]
Comfort Food Recipe: Black and White Chili
This is and has been my go-to comfort food for as long as I have been cooking. I have made many variations of this turkey chili, using different kinds of beans, spices and cooking techniques. I have made it hot with ancho chili, hotter with chipotle chili, and mild for my young daughter. In fact, […]