Bring out the “show biz” side of your personality and wow your guest with this very simple dessert. They will be talking about it and your culinary skills for weeks afterwards. Chef John Turenne at Yale notes the this bananas foster recipe, always a hit, was created in New Orleans’s Brennan’s Restaurant in the 1950’s. …
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Hollandaise Sauce
While I am not a recipe purest, there are definitely things you want to make from scratch and things that are just as good off the shelf that will save you time and don’t sacrifice taste or function. Hollandaise sauce is something you want to make from scratch if at all possible. The difference in…
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…