As you may or may not know the Butcher and I are in Mexico. It is February after all. One thing we love in Mexico is the guacamole. We have been buying plenty down here. I made some yesterday and our friends Sheryl and Mary enjoyed it with us. They liked it and said they are inspired to make it when they get home. Avocados are good for the heart. It seems appropriate to share this on Valentines Day since…
We are definitely on the countdown to Thanksgiving and the other holiday in December which shall not be mentioned yet. The weather has been nippy. It has felt more like Winter than Fall. Once again Thanksgiving has come upon us suddenly. No need to fret. There is really little preparation that can be made until the week of Thanksgiving so you are still right on schedule. Take a deep breath and get prepared for the traditional feast. I use Betty Crocker as my guide and she has not let me down yet. Here are my tips for a delicious Thanksgiving dinner that anyone can prepare.
17 years ago today our lives were forever changed. If you are like me you are feeling a little unsettled today. I can’t quite put my finger on it. I keep tearing up. We are a great nation and we have “recovered”. We will just never be the same again. I am sharing a recipe with you today that I got from one of my customers many years ago. She moved to Chicago. I have no idea what has happened…
We all like to entertain–especially at the Holidays. We have special guests coming but time is at a premium. I have to share my experience with Karen’s Spice Kitchen Shrimp Curry. I got home from work 40 minutes before my guests were due at my house. Did I panic? Not on your life! I sautéed the onion and garlic, then added the spice packet. I added coconut milk, tomatoes and simmered while I showered. I made a salad and rice.…