St Patrick’s Day means it is time for Reuben’s. Gotta have it.
OK, so you may be having corned beef and cabbage on the day—but then, hallelujah, make way for the Reuben! [Read more…]
Peach and Mango Salsa
Back to school time is so ingrained in our lives, that even if you aren’t in school, or have a school age child in your home, the cry, “Back To School” is loud and clear. It is everywhere and I know many families are facing the fact that soon, if not today, their schedule will get a lot busier. The lazy, fun days of summer are slipping away quickly. [Read more…]
Slightly Sweet Dill Refrigerator Pickles
I am a Farmer’s Market addict. I have to go each Saturday. I need to see what has ripened since my last visit. The colors, smells and ultimately the tastes of the market captivate me. I just bought tomatoes, blackberries, corn, zucchini, peppers, peaches and cucumbers. I love it all, but I was especially thrilled with the big baskets of small cucumbers that are perfect for pickles. I now officially declare it “Pickle Season.”
I don’t mean those pickles that take effort, brining, and weeks of fermentation. Nope. I mean quick, easy, and ready – tomorrow pickles. [Read more…]
Caramelized Onion and Mustard Marmalade Recipe
Someday soon it will be fall. Today, we are baking in more of summer’s heat, but the calendar says it is nearly the middle of September. So which is it — summer or fall? Brats are one of those foods that make a tasty transition from summer’s sizzling heat to a fall tailgate party. [Read more…]
Perfect Pickles
Pickles that are easy to make and taste fantastic. Pickles that are just sweet enough and just spicy enough–without waiting days for them to ferment or canning them properly. What a dream! So, go buy a jar you might suggest–but that just wasn’t the flavor I was longing. [Read more…]