Doc and I went to Italy a few years ago. It was lucky for us that we went on a bus tour because we never got the hang of the train system. The last night of our trip we traveled … Continue reading
These divine bars start with a brownie base and have two layers of decadence on top; melted marshmallows and chocolate peanut butter crunch candy. The candy layer ingredients are a mixture of milk chocolate, smooth peanut butter and Rice Krispies … Continue reading
Sesame Crusted Ahi Tuna with Asian Dipping Sauce 2 tuna steaks1/4 cup soy sauce1 tablespoon honey2 tablespoons sesame oil1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar (unseasoned)1/16 teaspoon ground ginger1/16 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 cup black and white sesame seeds1 tablespoon canola oilGarnish: Sriracha … Continue reading
I was in Jamaica a couple of weeks ago on a mission trip. (I’m not a very good missionary but that is a story for another time!) I was helping my dear friend, Becky Smalley; get patients ready for eye … Continue reading
Several years ago, one of my close friends, Becky Smalley, from Georgia and I were reminiscing about our children’s childhoods. We were working together on a mission trip to Jamaica. She told me that one night her son, Will, was … Continue reading
Whenever I develop a new recipe poor Doc has to be my test subject. Usually, a recipe goes through several revisions before it makes it to the paper. The other day I made homemade focaccia. I started with a recipe from … Continue reading
Napa Valley Deviled Eggs 6 hard-boiled eggs4 tablespoons full fat mayonnaise1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1/8 teaspoon kosher salt1 and 1/2 tablespoons drained sweet pickle relish2 tablespoons celery, 1/4-inch dice Place 6 eggs in a single layer in a large stockpot. Add … Continue reading
I love a great bakery cupcake. Not the kind where the icing is made with shortening, but the one made with real butter (I want the calories to be delicious- don’t you?) This cupcake recipe comes from a famous bakery … Continue reading
I was at the grocery store the other day when I saw a pineapple and started chuckling when I remembered a story my mother told me. She and Dad travelled to Honolulu, Hawaii and went to see the Don Ho … Continue reading
In May the most exciting 2 minutes of horse racing will thrill sports enthusiasts. Horses with interesting names will race in the Kentucky Derby. Put on your fascinator hat and enjoy some traditional Derby foods: Country Ham biscuits, Cucumber Sandwiches, … Continue reading
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