Flaky Pie Crust

This is the best pie crust recipe on the face of the earth.  I make it in my food processor.  No matter how many crusts I need I never double the recipe.  I just keep making a batch for every crust.  Its very quick, and very successful,  so I just don’t play around with perfect. …

Tri Tip Roast (oven method)

These little tri tip roasts are a boon to mankind!!  They are relatively inexpensive , full of flavor, easy to prepare, and the left-overs are delicious. This cooking method is fool proof– guaranteed!  How many recipes will tell you that?  So whether you are looking for a Sunday dinner menu with mashed potatoes and gravy…

Pumpkin Granola Muffins

These muffins have some ingredients  you may not be used to combining but believe me they are delicious together.  The muffins are moist, hearty, aromatic, and delicious.  The batter can be stored in the refrigerator for up to six weeks.  Portion  out  the desired servings for fresh-baked muffins every morning!  You’ll look like a genius….

Macaroni and Cheese

Well, just toss out those boxes of Kraft dinner, etc., etc.,  This recipe is almost as fast and uncomparable in taste.   Print Recipe Macaroni and Cheese Prep Time 10 minutes Cook Time 45 minutes Servings people Ingredients 1 8 ounce package elbow macaroni8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese grated1 12 ounce container small curd cottage cheese1…

Spinach Salad

This is a very traditional spinach salad.  You will use it over and over again.  There are other salads using spinach on the blog so if this  doesn’t float your boat today, just keep looking! Print Recipe Spinach Salad Prep Time 30 minutes Servings Ingredients 1 bag spinach1/2 red onion peeled and sliced thin4 mushrooms…

Corned Beef and Cabbage

This is one of our all time favorite dinners.  We don’t cook it that often but on St Patrick’s Day it is a must have.  This meal is also called New England Boiled Dinner.  I don’t know why it has two names but you will find this recipe under either name on this blog.  This…

Monkey Bread

This is a great, finger-licking-good breakfast treat.   Make the night before and it can be set out for early risers who want something to snack on before breakfast is served.  Great on a breakfast buffet .  Favorite of most kids because it is self- serve.  Just pick a portion off the loaf, pop it in your…

J.D.’s Here!!!!!

     When J.D. comes the adventures begin!  First there is fishing, then some more fishing, and well you guessed it, why else would you come to Moses Lake  if you didn’t fish!      The other reason he comes, of course is to see family, and cook!!……fish!!!!!!  Since he lives on a sailboat in a marina…

Baklava

      This is  a traditional Greek dessert made with flaky fillo pastry and lots of honey,  butter, and nuts.   It has amazing texture, and unforgettable flavor.  It isn’t your typical holiday home- made cookie but this is your  chance to add it to your list.  Your family and friends will be thrilled. 

And So It Goes/ the rest of the story….

As promised, here is a report on ‘the party’ as planned by our rookie party host, Jacob, with a little help from his friends. First, I just want to say a few words about Rubena the party honoree. What a gal! Brilliance, perserverance, high achiever, gracious friend are just a few of the adjectives to…

Cranberry Glazed Pork

I have had this recipe forever. It is a wonderful family dinner recipe but could also be served for a very special company dinner. It is always a winner. It is written for a pork loin roast but is very complementary to nice little pork tenderloin. Delicious sides are sweet potatoes, and braised red cabbage….

Crunchy Vegetable Salad

This salad is tasty and never wilts which makes it a perfect candidate for potlucks, make ahead for a party, or a meal you are taking to a sick friend. Print Recipe Crunchy Vegetable Salad Prep Time 30 Servings Ingredients 1 bunch broccoli cut in bite size pieces1 head cauliflower cut in bite size peices1…