C – Jim loves to request lemon curd. It’s his favorite sweet thing. I have no clue what he puts it on. But, he seems to request it a lot. I dread making it, to be honest. It takes a while to stir everything together. Also, some lemons can be … Continue reading
Update and Redux: C – I love going back and visiting a recipe, thinking I need to make it again. This is one of those recipes. It’s simple, easy, healthy and affordable in Winter. I really can’t wait to make this again for a fish dish or with some fish … Continue reading
Update and Redux: J – When Christina first proposed this salad, it made no sense to me. What was grapefruit doing in it?! Boy, was I off track. The grapefruit does a magical, sweet-tart thing with the avocado. This flavor magic plays perfectly with the chicken and the coriander dressing. … Continue reading
C – It’s grapefruit week! Why is it grapefruit week? Simple … because there was a sale and I had to have an excuse for buying as many as I could. I think you would too if you found a deal on grapefruit that was 5 for $1. I even … Continue reading
J – Hot, spicy, meaty chicken drumsticks. Very satisfying football game food! Luke and I seem to be expressing our inner cave person … again. No fru-fru here. Last week we had Monster Duck Wings. This week, St. Louis-Style Smoked Ribs, Homemade Chili from Scratch and, now, these killer chicken … Continue reading
Update and Redux: C – Last year, we had a vegetarian at our football party. He looked a little frustrated. I think he knew he should have brought something to the party that he could eat. I was sad I couldn’t help him with any food options. I wished I … Continue reading
Update and Redux: C – I still can’t believe how delicious this chili is. Since Luke showed me how to make it a year ago, I have made it about 20 times. It’s amazing. Even a Texan who came for dinner at my house was impressed. He loved how I … Continue reading
Update and Redux: J – I love these smoked ribs … no matter that St. Louis is not playing on Sunday. They are a perfect football party food. Make them ahead and reheat at game time. Remember to get several racks. Last time we made them, Christina was very disappointed … Continue reading
C – Make sure you have plenty of bread or pita chips for dipping. I was surprised how good this healthy spinach dip was going to be. I was a little reluctant, since I do love making things with full fat ingredients. But. this time, I wanted to be a … Continue reading
J – Deep fried, marinated duck wings … think of them as Monster Wings. I had some one evening at my favorite country French restaurant … to my great surprise. Never expected such a dish from them. Of course, duck and French are forever joined for me. But, with an … Continue reading