There is something about the cool weather that accompanies Fall that takes me back to my childhood. We always enjoyed homemade Popcorn Balls. Fall was always the perfect time to make this treat. I hope you will indulge with me as I make a trip down Memory Lane. Who knows, maybe this will start a new tradition for your family. Old Fashioned Popcorn Balls 9 cups plain popped popcorn 1 cup granulated sugar 1/3 cup light corn syrup 1/3 cup…
We celebrate Thanksgiving one day a year; However, we should remember to be thankful everyday. We have much to be thankful about. Thanks to all of you for the support you give us week after week and year after year. We wouldn’t be here without you and we are very grateful. I can’t write a Thanksgiving blog without bringing up turkey. Even if you have baked a turkey for years it never hurts to have a refresher course. Make sure…
Easter is this Sunday and many families will celebrate this Holiday with lamb. If some of you are trying this for the first time I wanted to give you some tips that have been passed on to me by customers that have been making lamb for many years. Roasted Semi-Boneless Leg of Lamb 6 to 8 pound Semi-Boneless Leg of Lamb (available at your local meat market) 1/2 cup lemon juice, plus 2 Tablespoons 1/2 cup olive oil 1/4 cup…
We are definitely on the countdown to Thanksgiving and the other holiday in December which shall not be mentioned yet. The weather has felt like spring so it is fair to say that Thanksgiving has come upon us suddenly this year. 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…