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Ricotta Pancakes

You know breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and pancakes are a scrumptious way to start the morning. Packaged mixes for waffles and pancakes make breakfast an easy task. Adding a few ex...

2 days ago 5 people like this

Cast Iron: A present from the heart

They say that a good marriage begins with a lot of compromise.  I say that a good marriage begins with a cast iron skillet.    In the beginning, the skillet is new and clean. ...

21 may 12 3 people like this

Frustrated? Try this coffee cake!

(Chuckle)… this is insane! I think I have said it before and I will say it again, writing a blog is crazy. You can have the perfect inspiration, a great subject, an amazing picture and yet have a blo...

14 may 12 6 people like this

Fresh Corn Tamales

   Right about now you can feel summertime caressing the afternoons with some hot temperatures. The nights are still pleasant, and the vegetable fields are showing signs of a great summer c...

08 may 12 4 people like this

Old Bread... New Dessert ...Bred Pudding

  Growing up I had the opportunity to taste a great piece of cake from one of our neighbors. You could say she was the perfect neighborhood mom. She knew I liked it so much that she was always s...

02 may 12 3 people like this

Bearded iris is among the most elegant & easy to grow -- flowers of spring

Driving around this time of year, you have seen irises in bloom offering different shades of color. Yes, they only bloom this time of year but that is o.k. Our flower beds should have different plant...

26 apr 12 2 people like this

Just a peachy margarita!

Gone are the days when a margarita was simply tequila, triple sec and lime.  Although this is still a very popular recipe, new variations have been created that offer a distinct array of flavors...

22 apr 12 7 people like this

Veggies for dinner? Sweeten the deal...

My wife and I have been trying to incorporate veggies into our kid’s diet as much as possible. How successful are we in this mission? Well, did I say we were trying?  It is not an easy task. It ...

17 apr 12 3 people like this

Puffy German Pancake

This is a must keep recipe.&nb sp;Not only is this Puffy G erman Pancake very&n bsp;appealing to the eye but als o has FEWER carbohydrates than...

11 apr 12 11 people like this

An Eggciting breakfast that is out of the shell!

Living with a discriminating palate?  Can you tell distinct differences in the freshness of foods that you prepare?  Try opting for free-range eggs with your breakfast menu.  Chickens ...

07 apr 12 6 people like this

Yummy Lemon Curd Phyllo Cups Recipe

No time to make dessert? You need to keep a box of mini phyllo shells in your freezer in case of a dessert emergency. You can create a quick dessert that makes you look like a professional party plan...

02 apr 12 4 people like this

Easy Flavored Butter Recipe

A flavorful Easter SundayIf you think you can’t add more flavor to your Easter Sunday you are sadly mistaken. Yes, I know you have a list of side dishes that you expect to see on the table and there ...

28 mar 12 6 people like this

Hibiscus that will take you away... there is one that is perfect for your area.

Painted LadyI am sure you have experienced some time in your life a Déjà vu instant. That moment in which you have to stop, and wonder if you have lived that instant or you dreamed about it. When I l...

25 mar 12 4 people like this

RICE PUDDING - A TIMELESS DESSERT

Rice, for dessert? Oh yes, Arroz con Leche or Rice pudding is very well known and a popular dessert in Latin countries. How popular? Well, there is a children’s song named Arroz con Leche. So you sor...

20 mar 12 5 people like this

Black and Tan

With only two ingredients, this is an easy beverage to celebrate St. Patricks Day. Id much rather drink this two tone drink, than a tall glass of GREEN beer. Not much into green drinks or green food ...

16 mar 12 2 people like this

Rice, its whats for dinner!

When I learned that our town was going to open a World Market store a few years ago, I was extremely excited, to say the least. World Market carries a variety of international sweet treats, snacks, b...

13 mar 12 4 people like this

Hot dogs, hamburgers and apple pie are All-American!

Angus smokehouse burger with BBQ pulled pork, fried onion rings and American cheese! You can get one of these at Liberty Inn America - World Showcase at Epcot Center Orlando, FL. or you can...

08 mar 12 11 people like this

Feel the luck and the love with a blooming white Oxalis

                                Source: havelsflowers.com via Carlos on Pinterest       W...

06 mar 12 6 people like this

Cider Vinagar BBQ Sauce Recipe

There are so many BBQ sauces out there and each recipe claims to be “the best” one anywhere on the planet (I don’t know how since we all have different tastes). Without a doubt, barbec...

02 mar 12 14 people like this

Oh dear, what is going on this year?

What in the world is going on with our pansies? We have watered, fertilized and pampered them till no end. They should be full of blooms and growing like crazy.  We have been experiencing a...

01 mar 12 7 people like this

Malta, a drink with a lot of power!

What is Malta? Malta is a carbonated soft drink brewed just like beer. The main ingredients are barley, hops and water. Malta is a non-alcoholic nutritious& nbsp;drink missing the fundamenta...

28 feb 12 15 people like this

A RECIPE FOR GREAT AMARETTI COOKIES...

Ingredients 8 ounces can almond paste2 egg whites1 cup sugar1/2 cup flour1/2 cup confectionery sugarDirections:In a bowl, mix all ingredients and work together well. Knead until incorporate...

25 feb 12 19 people like this

Turrón, Torrone or Nougat ... No matter what you call it, this stuff is good.

 If you think writing a blog is easy, ha ha ha!   ...Sure, some days writing a post is just a walk in the park, but there are days where you have to question your sanity.  Co...

21 feb 12 15 people like this

You can make this Spanish recipe in " Un momento"

Dont you love empanadas? What? Youve never tried an empanada? Well, if you havent tried them, what are you waiting for? They can be done in no time at all. Try filling with meat, cheese, black beans,...

18 feb 12 14 people like this

Why complementary colors get compliments?

Source: coohomehousedesigning.com via Carlos on Pinterest While most of us may not squander a lot of time thinking about the lighting, functionality and colors of a room, all these factors can affect...

15 feb 12 11 people like this

Pour your heart into it: Valentines recipe that will be loved!

Yeah, an I like my candy just a little on the trashy side!Valentines White Trash Candy Ingredients: 3 cups Cheerios toasted oat cereal3 cups Rice Chex3 cups Corn Chex12 ounces “Valentine’s M&...

12 feb 12 11 people like this

Tu sei per me la più bella del mondo!

A lot of us have to keep an eye on our budgets. It just seems like everything has gone up in price and we are left with less money to allocate for leisure stuff. Why am I bringing up this painful fac...

09 feb 12 11 people like this

A Valentines gift with a twist!

When it comes to food, I am always in favor of homemade rather than store bought. Today, I got in the mail a box with homemade marshmallows that corroborate my first statement. If you haven’t  t...

07 feb 12 11 people like this

Biscuits made with beer? You need to try this!

  Easy, fast and delicious! Yep, this is a keeper! A friend of mine shared this recipe with me a few years ago. The original recipe calls for 7-up or any clear soda. I like the flavor ...

04 feb 12 9 people like this

Valentines and pink blooms from Quince: A quincedense?

Living in the south and having a mild winter, I am not surprised to see the quince in our yard full of blossoms announcing an early spring arrival. Yes, I know we will have some cold days ahead of us...

02 feb 12 10 people like this

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