Every Sunday and usually Saturday I make us a nice breakfast. Coming up with ideas can be challenging. Today, I decided to make gluten free waffles topped with cherries, walnuts and Vermont maple syrup. We had picked the cherries last summer. I sauted them with butter, honey and cinnamon. I had sauted the walnuts earlierContinue reading “Sunday Morning Breakfast”
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Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
Crab Stuffed Mushrooms These mouthwatering crab stuffed mushrooms add a flair to traditional appetizers or make a nice side dish. Ingredients : Cooking Spray for Pan 1 Package of Baby Mushrooms 3 Cloves of Garlic, Chopped 1/4 Cup of Spicy Panko (Or Whatever Panko You Prefer) 1 Jar of Fresh Cooked Crab Meat (We UsedContinue reading “Crab Stuffed Mushrooms”
No-Fuss Dinners When the Winter Chills Zap Your Energy
Some days(weeks) you just don’t feel like cooking! As much as I enjoy cooking, by the end of some days,I am exhausted and no idea what to cook. This has been one of those weeks. Right now all of us are dealing with stress we can not control, COVID and political unrest! Where and whenContinue reading “No-Fuss Dinners When the Winter Chills Zap Your Energy”
Who Ever Thought At-Home Whole Foods Delivery in the Hudson Valley Would Become Popular?
Back in December, I learned that Whole Foods delivered to New Baltimore if a prime member. I decided to give it a try this week as I have not been to the store since December. Some may ask, why I did not try a locally owened store. I chose this as the prices were affordable,convenientContinue reading “Who Ever Thought At-Home Whole Foods Delivery in the Hudson Valley Would Become Popular?”
Spending Sunday’s with the Family
Every Sunday, I cook a family breakfast and start the prep work for dinner, and prepare Rick’s snack for work. During the cold winter months I like to make a Sunday dinner that can be prepared ahead so we can enjoy the afternoon and evening. I call it my one night off of cooking. IContinue reading “Spending Sunday’s with the Family”
Having a Fondue Picnic on a Cold Sunday Afternoon
Couldn’t decide what to make for lunch today. Decided on fondue. Enjoyed a picnic of homemade cheese fondue and sliced bread and apple by the Christmas tree.
Duck Cassoulet
One thing COVID allows is more time at home and more time to cook. We did not tend to go out much for dinner before COVID but did enjoy getting together with friends for dinner. We do not go out, do takeout, or see anyone currently. I never follow a recipe completely and I useContinue reading “Duck Cassoulet”
Our Healthy Menu to Start Off the New Year
With the holiday season, many of us indulge in unhealthy and sugary foods. Now in the New Year, we yearn to get back to healthy eating. In beginning our healthy eating, we started off with the following recipes: Crab Enchiladas Dumpling Soup African Sweet Potato Stew Fish Chowder
Traveling the Maine Coast
August 29, 2019 When people talk about true beauty, they often talk about the golden temples in India, colorful cities in Italy, or bustling life in Singapore. Yet, one does not need to travel halfway around the world to experience true beauty and tranquility – just visit your backyard or even the Maine Coast! LastContinue reading “Traveling the Maine Coast”
Air Fryer Zucchini and Beet Green Tacos
Air Fryer Zucchini and Beet Green Tacos Best tacos you’ll ever have and you won’t even realize there isn’t any meat! Ingredients: 1 Large Zucchini 3 Cloves of Garlic 1 Can of Black Beans 1 Cup of Beet Greens 1/2 Cup of Kale 1 Cup of Mayo 1 Cup of Spicy Panko Spices (Chili Powder,Continue reading “Air Fryer Zucchini and Beet Green Tacos”
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