Did you know that I went through a period of time where I was a vegetarian? Yeah, it's true. I was not a strict vegetarian. I still ate dairy, eggs and occasionally fish. As long as the fish didn't have a face - that I could see anyway - I would eat it. Hey, I … Continue reading Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta
Recipes
Roasted Tomato & Goat Cheese Bruschetta
I never was much of a bread eater unless it was in the following category. Rye, whole grain or those very dense home-made breads. I also liked toasted bread to plain bread which is where my love of Bruschetta came in! And of course the roasted tomatoes and cheeses. This recipe is a favorite of … Continue reading Roasted Tomato & Goat Cheese Bruschetta
Broccoli, Cauliflower & Onion Deluxe
This is a recipe that I always made for the holidays. I even made this for special occasion dinners because it is simple and so yummy! This would also be great to make if you have picky kids. You have something GREEN on their plate, then smother it in a creamy cheese sauce and everything … Continue reading Broccoli, Cauliflower & Onion Deluxe
Brown Butter Babies
Those of you that have stopped by my hospital room during the Christmas Holidays will attest to loving these cookies. These cookies are a favorite of my sister-in-law's, Alice and my Aunt Sue not to mention probably half a dozen nurses! Of course, my Aunt Paulette is the baker of these decadent cookies. In fact, … Continue reading Brown Butter Babies
Aunt Paul’s “Everything but The Kitchen Sink” Pasta Salad
The beginning of May is the perfect time for a recipe that reminds us that the grey days of winter are soon going to blossom into the bright days of Spring! This pasta salad will bring color to your plate and your day! I first had this salad when I was in my early teens. … Continue reading Aunt Paul’s “Everything but The Kitchen Sink” Pasta Salad
Restaurant Style Guacamole
I spent a lot of time working in the restaurant/bar industry. Over 10 years to be truthful. I worked in the front of the house - bartender, server, manager - but some places where I worked had the policy of training their staff everywhere regardless of their position. That means that I got to learn … Continue reading Restaurant Style Guacamole
Baby B’s Butter Tarts
My Mom loved butter tarts - and butter pecan pie! I mean who doesn't right? My Mom also was a twin. Baby b to be exact because she was born second. My Aunt Paul - you know, the baker of not only the best cake but also the best carrot cake in the world - … Continue reading Baby B’s Butter Tarts
Tuna Casserole
This is a quick and easy dish that is made for days where the time seems to disappear before your eyes. I would whip this up when I wanted something healthy but I didn't want to spend a lot of time at the stove. I would serve it with a salad. Ingredients: 1 can of … Continue reading Tuna Casserole
Jessica’s Berry Chocolate Chip Muffins
What do you do when you're a young woman - hey I'm still young - and you're diagnosed with a disease that confines you to a bed? Read smut! Lots of it! lol This recipe is stolen from my naughty books. Damnation, written by author Anna Lowe, is full of love and steamy scenes that … Continue reading Jessica’s Berry Chocolate Chip Muffins
Slow Cooker Pot Roast
I always loved to cook! Baking, mmmmmmm...not so much. I was getting more into baking when I was diagnosed with ALS but sadly that never came to fruition. Such is life. When I would bake, I had to follow a recipe to the letter and even then my cakes were flat and hard. I probably … Continue reading Slow Cooker Pot Roast
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