I hope that everyone has had a wonderful start to the year. I have missed writing here for the last six months. Since my “Word of the Year” for 2023 is ENJOY, I have decided to write here when I have something to share. I still feel compelled to share all that I have learned … Read More
Last month was a blur…in a good way. My oldest son Michael graduated from Townsend Harris High School and is all registered for his fall college classes. Where did the time go?! Michael is moving forward and so am I. Michael loves to say that he “made” me “Mom in the City”. It’s true though. … Read More
Today is National Cheese Day. The celebration reminded me of a cheese-themed event that I attended about a decade ago. That is why I’m resharing this post about cheese pairings – the best way to pair cheese with various foods and wines. Enjoy! Last Friday, I attended a media preview of the Cheeses of France … Read More
Easter is this upcoming Sunday, April 17th. I’m excited to actually be able to attend an in-person church service this year. I normally have an Easter brunch at my home after service where I invite several people. This year, we won’t have a lot of people over but we will have my father-in-law over for … Read More
I have been to several brunches and events where various quiche dishes have been served. When I was thinking of an easy one-dish meal that “my guys” could make for Mother’s Day in the past, I came up with what they consider the best recipe for quiche Lorraine. Since I like bacon and scrambled eggs … Read More
Last month, one of the men in my Air Fryer Recipes for Beginners Facebook page asked how to cook chips in an air fryer. I shared how I made some delicious air fryer sweet potato chips. I want to give you this easy, healthy recipe today. Air Fryer Sweet Potato Chips Recipe Notes: *You don’t … Read More
I am constantly on the lookout for dinners that are quick and easy to prepare. For the last couple of months, I have been preparing a sheet pan sausage and peppers (with onions) dish that fits the bill. Since I have started making this dish, my family no longer wants my previous version of this … Read More
I realized I have recipes for cooking ribs in a slow cooker and air fryer ribs on this site. Since everyone doesn’t have those appliances, I’m sharing an easy oven-baked St. Louis style ribs recipe today. “Low(ish) and Slow(ish)” I cook the ribs “low(ish) and slow(ish)”. I simply cook the seasoned ribs at 350 degrees … Read More
I wanted to make corned beef and cabbage for St. Patrick’s Day 2021. My family had different plans though so I ended up making a crock pot shepherd’s pie recipe instead. Don’t worry if you don’t have a slow cooker. I included the instructions for how to make shepherd’s pie in the oven in my … Read More
Chili is one of my favorite dishes during the cold weather months. A while ago, my family enjoyed a ground beef and andouille sausage chili that a friend had brought to a potluck dinner. Last month, I started to make my own version. It is so delicious! I make this chili in my dutch oven, … Read More
