Calzones
Tara on May 27th 2009
Last night we were in the mood for something different. We had flour, we had meat, and we had cheese. Well – almost enough cheese. So I sent my driving firstborn and his lovely girlfriend (Hi Chelsie!) to the grocery for more cheese. My personal definition of a calzone would be a pizza sandwich, or […]
Spinach Bacon Soufflés
Tara on May 12th 2009
These soufflés are incredible. They remind me of the ones Panera Bread serves. If you are not a big fan of spinach, you could certainly omit it. Add ½ cup chopped ham in place of the spinach, or some artichoke hearts. These little soufflés are versatile and can be served for breakfast, brunch, parties, or […]
Betsy’s Orange Poppy Seed Bread
Tara on May 8th 2009
Betsy was one of my best gal pals in high school. I have fun memories of spending time with her, especially at her house. Both she and her mother are excellent cooks and this recipe is one of my favorites. She hand wrote me the recipe nearly 20 years ago. I’v e made this bread […]
Pizza Party Part 3
Tara on Mar 5th 2009
Here are two more great recipes for your Friday Night Pizza Party! Bacon Cheeseburger Pizza This pizza is definitely “man” food and all the HE people around here love it when I serve this one. What more could teenage sons and husbands want than a combination of both pizza AND bacon cheeseburgers? […]
Pizza Crust for Friday Night Pizza Party
Tara on Mar 3rd 2009
Times are hard for just about everyone I know right now. People everywhere are staying home more, and eating out less. I read in Sunday’s paper that the sale of board games is up, way up, over previous years. I would imagine most folks like us are looking for economical ways to have fun. So […]
Mom’s Southern Buttermilk Biscuits, Oh My!
Tara on Feb 20th 2009
Although My mother passed away nearly 15 years ago, there are many things I miss about her. She was a quiet and gentle spirit, yet strong and capable. If I could have another day with her, I’d beg her to make me a batch of buttermilk biscuits. I have fond memories of her beautiful hands […]
Game Day Guacamole
Tara on Jan 21st 2009
This past May our home school group took a cruise to Cozumel and Cancun. If you are ever near Cancun – spend a day at Nachi Cocum beach. The food there was incredible and our kiddos discovered fresh guacamole while visiting. I know there are many variations when making guacamole, but often the taste of […]
Organic Wheat Free Banana Bread
Tara on Jan 10th 2009
Organic Wheat Free Banana Bread This is my simple banana bread recipe which I have modified to make organic and wheat free. The original recipe called for 2 cups plain flour. I often substitute spelt and oat flours in place of the white flour. Sometimes I add a small amount of flax meal as well. […]
Stromboli
Tara on Dec 26th 2008
Stromboli It’s almost time to ring in a new year. I don’t know about you, but we’ve all had our fill of the traditional dishes like turkey and dressing, ham, rolls, heavy casseroles, and numerous desserts that now hang on our hips and thighs. We will be hosting a New Year’s Eve party at our […]
Taco Soup & Sour Cream Cornbread
Tara on Dec 17th 2008
Fall and winter bring a change of menu at our house. As the chilly wind blows in from the north, a pot of soup is often simmering on the stove – its aroma promising to warm us from the inside out. Ann’s Taco Soup 2 lbs ground beef 1 chopped onion 2 cans mild Rotel […]
