Fresh berries are some of my favorite fruits and strawberries are at the top of my berry list. We're fortunate to live so close to Florida, where the fresh strawberry season runs from December through April, so we have them available for a very long time. Our fresh berry season here starts to come in just a week or two before the Florida season ends. In another few days, we'll have u-pick places ... read more
Marinated Pork Loin
I hope the weather is as nice wherever you are as it is here today. Right now, it's 69 degrees with a tiny little breeze. It makes me want to open all the windows and let the fresh air flood through the house. Unfortunately, along with spring temperatures comes an explosion of pollen. Our nightly local weather forecast includes the pollen count for the day. They say that anything over 500 is ... read more
Dutch Baby
Is there anything better for a weekend breakfast than pancakes? Not much, I'd say. And the classic Dutch Baby is one of the best and easiest pancake breakfasts I can think of. Even though we'd been enjoying these beautiful pancakes for years, I had no idea why this recipe was called "Dutch Baby" so I did a little online research and here's what I found on Wikipedia: A Dutch baby pancake, ... read more
Deviled Eggs
Easter is coming up this weekend and for dinner I'll be serving one of BeeBop's most favorite recipes ever, Deviled Eggs. Back when we used to have lots of kids in the house and big Easter egg hunts, I'd usually boil several dozen eggs for the ... read more
Leek and Potato Soup
If you've been reading along, you've no doubt heard me talk about my Irish ancestors and about our trip to Ireland a few years ago. I wish that I had started this blog when we took that trip. However, that wouldn't happen for another year yet, so I ... read more
Black & White Bean Soup
If it's snowing or just plain cold where you are today, I've got a great Black and White Bean Soup recipe to warm you up. As you know, beans are low in saturated fat and sodium, and very low in cholesterol and a very good source of both protein and ... read more
Tomatoes Provencal
This easy, tasty and beautiful recipe for Tomatoes Provencal is one of my favorite things to serve during the winter when I'm really missing good, fresh tomatoes. The recipe is French in nature, hence the "provencal," and absolutely delicious. It's a ... read more
Cornmeal Scallion Fritters
One of my favorite things to make when it's still a bit chilly out during the spring, is a delicious Tomato and Roasted Garlic Soup. And to serve along with it, we always enjoy a few of these Cornmeal Scallion Fritters. You know, when I do make ... read more
Champ – a St. Patrick’s Day Tribute to my Irish Ancestors
Ever since I was a little girl, I’ve been acutely aware of my Irish heritage. I’m not really sure why. It was something that everyone in our family was aware of, but it wasn’t emphasized that much. It was just always there. Ireland – that mystical ... read more
Flourless Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Ganache
If you'd like to make something extra special for a true chocolate lover, then this Flourless Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Ganache is the perfect recipe for you to try. This is an unabashedly decadent, rich, delightful chocolate cake. And it's ... read more
Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Icing
I have something to really tempt you with today. Fresh hot Cinnamon Rolls warm from the oven slathered with rich cream cheese icing. Ahhh.... Who can resist that? If you're currently on a diet, I apologize in advance. Maybe you could file this post ... read more
