It’s that time again, you know, holiday meal planning. For Halloween, we like to greet trick-or-treaters and their parents by sitting out front to hand out candy. This year will be no different, though we plan to hand out candy once they’ve gone through the maze. Still, I like to have something warm to drink…
When the temperature drops, a good, hearty bowl of stew is on the horizon. Using the last of summer’s bounty, this Zucchini Stew is perfect, jam-packed with vegetables. Onion, green bell pepper, carrots, potatoes, cabbage, tomatoes, and garlic. Fresh seasoning, Parmesan cheese, and spices complete this hearty stew. Flavor is imparted by browning the vegetables…
What I love about Mexican food is that it’s so forgiving! Fish can be dredged in something as simple as flour, adding chili and garlic powder, and it would be delicious in a taco. I love biting into crispy fish, so with the addition of crushed crackers, flour, and Panko, it’s just the way I…
It’s been super busy around our neighborhood. It’s that time of year for elections for board members of the MOA/HOA for our community. Several of us are now running for positions that are opening up. It’s been hectic to say the least! Over the past couple of weeks, we planted five trees: two on our…
We enjoy having something different for breakfast, and I often waffle back and forth between scrambled eggs, quiches, omelettes, French toast recipes, pancake recipes, waffle recipes, and, well, you get the idea. One of the breakfasts I always enjoy is Mexican-influenced. From breakfast burritos to quesadillas, or migas, I love them all – I’ve been…
Happy first day of Fall! The trees are starting to turn color here, and before long, they’ll be a vibrant gold. I’m excited and a bit sad; I’m excited for fall, a bit sad that summer is coming to an end. I’m excited for the upcoming holidays, and I look forward to autumn festivals, Oktoberfests,…
It’s hard to believe that we’re halfway through September! Like most of you, I’m starting to plan for the upcoming holidays. I usually create a special folder marked for holiday meals as I plan for each of the special occasions and holidays. This includes not only dinners, but also breakfasts, brunches, and baked goods. For…
Light and fluffy Chai-infused ricotta pancakes with cinnamon honey flavored butter…the perfect pancake! These pancakes are made with ricotta cheese and infused with warming Chai tea for a cozy flavor you’ll love. They’re light, extra fluffy, perfectly sweet, and all-around delicious. Every once in a while, I like to experiment in the kitchen with ingredients…