Blogging from my heart in Boise, Idaho
First of all, I must make a confession. I made a tomato based red chile sauce last month and canned a dozen pint jars plus four quart jars. Needless to say, I had to adjust this recipe so that you don’t have to make a huge batch of chile sauce as I did. So, Instapot.... Continue Reading →
I used to make a great creamy cilantro dressing, based on the dressing from the El Torito Grill in California. However, after meeting the owner of ExtravaGONZO Foods for the umpteenth time at either the Boise Co-Op or Whole Foods in Boise, I challenged myself to adjust the ingredients to use two of their flavored... Continue Reading →
These days, I am constantly laughing at myself. I really did want to be a comedienne back in the day. Now, as a Realtor, I can still make people laugh so that their real estate process is fun, less stress. And, my friends? They know they will always have a fun time listening to my... Continue Reading →
Ok I have a confession to make. My sister and I don't like turkey. So, we did an Italian pot roast in a slow cooker on Thanksgiving day. She swears by the 12 hour rule, but we did a 4.25 pound roast on low for 6 hours and then high for 2 hours. Was absolutely... Continue Reading →
UPDATE December 2021: I have recently changed to a plant based diet and I felt this recipe was due for a change. Switched out eggs and honey in favor of pure, dark maple syrup and olive oil. Recipe is now vegan! This will be your go-to gift for the holiday season. Thank you, too! Ingredients... Continue Reading →
I cannot believe I did not take a picture of my squash muffins as they came out of the oven, golden brown, cheese melted, fragrant from the chives. Oh well, you will simply have to bake these and send me your pictures! Ingredients 2 cups squash, yellow & zucchini, grated, drained well 2/3 cup fresh... Continue Reading →
More than a few years back, I posted a collection of summer salads I liked to take to potluck dinners. It’s high time for an update! I find that taking a special recipe is as good as gold. It’s from your very own kitchen, fresh ingredients, and hopefully, natural or organic. What better gift can... Continue Reading →
I found this recipe ages ago in one of those Betty Crocker mini cookbooks they used to sell at the check-out stands at grocery stores. You are supposed to cut up a tomato as a salad cup. Too much work, for me in my 20’s and now in my ah-hem. Well, let’s skip that part.... Continue Reading →
Friday night rolled around, I was home on Cinco de Mayo, exhausted and proud to have finished a very productive week. So, what would I make for dinner? I discovered a cauliflower head begging to be selected! Burrito bowls with cauliflower rice! A quick trip to the grocery store to pick up the ingredients I... Continue Reading →
Chicken Fingers for Grown Ups! I had a package of chicken breast tenderloins, and looked for a different way to cook them last night. I did not want to sauté or fry; that seemed as if it was too much work for my end of the day “I am tiredâ€. So, that meant baking. My... Continue Reading →
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