I’m always on the look-out for no-mayo potato salads or sides. If you read my recent Southwestern Potato Salad post, you’ll know why. I found this recipe on one of my favorite cooking blogs, The Kitchn. As is usually the case with their recipes, it was delicious. My herb garden, a row of pots, doesn’t …
Even though St. Patrick’s Day has passed us by, don’t relegate this soda bread recipe to the seasonal file. Keep it handy for those times you want a little something extra for breakfast or a sweet but substantial side for dinner. It takes very little time to put together. I was in the midst of …
It’s cranberry season! Check your supermarket for sales. Lowes Foods and Food Lion had them on sale for $1.99/pack recently. I always stock up the freezer every fall when they’re on sale so I have fresh berries throughout the year. If you’re friendly with the produce guy, he may give you the scoop on upcoming …
It’s football season. Chili time! When Jim makes chili, I make cornbread. I can’t remember what recipe I used last season, guess it wasn’t memorable, so I hunted for a new one. This irresistible recipe from Ina Garten (the Barefoot Contessa on the Food Network) adds jalapenos and cheddar cheese to the bread. Ina’s recipes …
Everyone needs a reliable banana bread recipe — I adapted this one from Cooking Light. ~~~ Bananas are a staple in my kitchen. Great for potassium. And peanut butter, banana and honey sandwiches. And topping a bowl of cereal. But the last two of the bunch are sometimes too ripe by the time I’m ready …
Grabbing the Gusto 