I had some blueberries leftover and I was trying to figure out what to do with them. This is what I made. You will need: 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup butter-flavored shortening 2 eggs 1 tsp. vanilla extract 2 cups flour 1 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 cup…Read more »
Tips for an American traveling to Europe for the first time
Blueberry Whipped Pie
Here is a great blueberry dessert. You will need: 1 cup blueberry yogurt 1 tsp. almond extract 1 pint blueberries 1 cup sour cream 1-2 cups Cool Whip topping 1 cup water 3/4 cup sugar 1 T. unflavored gelatin 2 9-inch graham cracker crusts In a saucepan, add gelatin, sugar, and water. stir over low heat…Read more »
How To Roast Garlic: An Easy Guide
Originally posted on Italian Home Kitchen Blog:
As an Italian cooking enthusiast, you already know that garlic is a staple of this cuisine. Closely related to onions, garlic is a pungent bulb that adds a distinctive flavor to a variety of dishes. More and more recipes these days call for roasted garlic as an ingredient.…
A Funny Note
One of my residents handed me this note and told me to read it later. When I got a chance to read it, I cracked up. Here it is: Dear Friend: Since I have become a senior citizen, a few changes have come into my life. Frankly, I have become quite a frivolous gal. I…Read more »
Decadent Brûlée Rosemary Figs on Brownies
Originally posted on Food Fellowship and Wine:
Why not be extravagant? As a kid, my mom and I had our ‘special time’ watching late afternoon television. That means Oprah. God we loved Oprah. The problem, however was that Oprah came on very late afternoon which always left us with about an hour or two to…
Smooth Legs
Ladies, are you tired of your dry legs after shaving? Instead of soap or shaving cream, try some olive oil. Coat your legs in a light layer of olive oil, then run your razor over your legs. Your skin will feel conditioned and smooth instead of dried out.
Grilled Salmon (on a cedar plank)
Originally posted on i ❤ Heart Healthy Food:
Grilling fish on wood is not new — but it was new to me. After doing it, I can say without crossing my fingers behind my back that it’s my favorite way to eat grilled fish. Why? It’s smoky and full of flavor. You don’t risk the…
Spicy Rhubarb Jam
4 cups chopped rhubarb 3 cups sugar 3 tablespoons candied ginger dash cinnamon 2 tablespoons lemon juice red food color (optional) Combine rhubarb, sugar, spices, and lemon juice into a large saucepan. Allow it to sit for about fifteen minutes. Cook over medium heat about 12-15 minutes. Stir frequently until it is thick and clear.…Read more »
Rhubarb wine
I came across this recipe after looking for something to do with rhubarb. You will need: 8 lb. rhubarb juice of 4 lemons 8 quarts of water 6 lb. of sugar Chop up rhubarb. Add lemon juice and water. Let it stand for 3 days. Strain. Add sugar and put the concoction in a crock.…Read more »