This dish has a big name to live up to and believe me, it does! I made this for the Butcher last week. Those of you who know the Butcher know he does not do “hot” very well. He got a little whiny when I told him “Frank’s Hot Sauce” was a part of the recipe. Note to self, “NEVER tell the Butcher what is in a dish you want him to try”. Well, let me tell you, the Butcher…
I am not insulting my reading audience. This post is for the birds and bird lovers. I have a backyard with trees and flowers and I love to watch the birds, squirrels and chipmunks. I am especially fond of Cardinals and hummingbirds. In our landscaping we have a Service Berry Tree right up against our deck. Every year from Memorial Day through the 4th of July the birds, especially the cardinals, have a feast on the berries. It wouldn’t…
When I started my Paleo diet on May 1st I expected this to be a three week experiment. Owning a meat market seemed like good motivation to see what all the excitement was about. It is fair to say that at this point I am entrenched in the Paleo lifestyle. Last night for dinner I served the Butcher stuffed peppers in puréed tomato sauce over mashed cauliflower. Yum! I am dreaming of the leftovers even as I write this post.…
Is it just me? Is anyone else having a hard time believing this is already the week of July 4th? I always say it’s Memorial Day, you turn around it’s July 4th, and you turn around again and it’s Labor Day. So much excitement as many communities are celebrating the 4th with Firework displays. In Wadsworth 2014 marks the Bicentennial of this great community. There is going to be a fireworks display with vendors Downtown on Thursday July 3rd. Dan…