If you've ever tried to make molded gelatin, whether in standard little cubes or elaborate shapes, you've probably had at least one occasion in which to curse at the process. So, I'm sharing my favorite method this time around to help bring a little more success to the world.
Having a youngster around doesn't mean gourmet food no longer has a home. It does, however, mean that introducing gourmet food should involve flexibility and creativity. And sometimes, it involves finding the right kind of cuisine to blend into fusion offerings.
Fluffy pancakes smothered in a fresh fruit is sure to make you think of fond childhood memories and mornings that started some of your most wonderful days.
Why should a coffee break just involve an afternoon cup of coffee? I'm taking the practice to task and suggesting the addition of mocha cupcakes with vanilla latte buttercream frosting. Now there's a reason to have a cup of coffee!
Move over, Kraft, cheesy pasta is getting an updated look, complete with bacon and kale. If you've never combined kale, bacon, and cheese, you have a pleasant surprise to enjoy … especially after you only need to invest about 15 minutes in making it!
When braising traditionally tough cuts of meat, it used to mean having a pot on the stove for hours and no way to leave it unattended. Now, with a crockpot or instantpot, you can have Korean Beef Short Ribs any day of the week without a lot of work.
If dinner takes only a half hour to assemble, take advantage of the extra time in the dinner hour to get outside and enjoy the fresh air. Nothing says al fresco quite like a spicy sandwich with onion rings and a fresh salad.
Chili-infused vodka seemed like a good idea to me and a great idea to my husband. Being a man who seems happier breathing fire than air some days, we embarked on an adventure to make the perfect vodka for an ideal bloody mary. The result? He's thrilled with it at full strength and I'm happy to dilute it a fair bit to make a spicy-sweet watermelon martini.
When you say chocolate, I'm listening. If you're the same, you'll love a batch of easy no bake bars featuring an oatmeal cookie-like crust and a filling that's loaded with chocolatey goodness. A great treat to put together while Sunday's stew simmers!
Every once in a while, I invite readers to join me for a little bit as I enjoy my meandering journey through the world that is food blogging. I've been doing it for nearly 20 years - before the word "blog" had even been coined! This time, we take a peek at photography.
I don't do it often, but sometimes I'm either out of eggs or have just one or two I'm saving for something else and I will bake without eggs. After all, you don't need to have eggs (or even dairy) on hand, but a day without chocolate cake is just a little cloudier than it needs to be!
Drinking vinegars, also known as shrubs, have experienced a recent rise in popularity but it's hardly the first time. Colonial times saw them everywhere from tea rooms to saloons. Make sure they make an appearance in your home with this festive, simple option.
Embrace the fading festivity of the recent holidays by using that last bit of eggnog in an entirely festive, decadent dessert. A little planning ahead will have you enjoying rich, creamy creme brûlée infused with the flavor of our waning holiday season.
