I have a thing for roast chicken. I like it any how, any way. Cooking a whole chicken in the oven makes for a moist dinner that normal stove top chicken recipes can’t seem to muster. Printable Recipe – Roast Chicken with Infused Herbs. This recipe looks somewhat complicate but is really very easy to…
One of the staples of a Chinese Buffet is egg drop soup. It is mild and delicious and makes a great start to a Chinese dinner. Printable Recipe – Egg Drop Soup There is no need to get take away when you have a desire for this taste, though. Just make your own egg drop…
This coconut chocolate dessert recipe was submitted by a reader of the website who used to blog at a website called Casa de Retalhos. Regina is a Brazilian who has been living in America for over 18 years. Her blog was written in Portuguese, but when she does recipes she also writes them in English…
Here’s a creamy recipe for shrimp Florentine that is quick and so delicious! I love the taste of shrimp and spinach together. The sauce is rich and creamy and perfect for those nights when you are looking for a dose of comfort food. How to make Shrimp Florentine With Bow Tie Pasta Florentine, when used…
The Gardening Cook – Creative Gardening on Pinterest Pinterest is one of the fastest growing social media sites on the internet today. The visual site uses a pin board type of view and appeals to those who love to browse by pictures. I have a huge number of Pinterest boards that showcase all of my…
This Cookies and Cream Frozen Coconut Rum Cocktail is sort of a cross between a pina colada and a spiked rum dessert. The cookies and cream ice cream gives it a decadent touch and smokey color. It is the perfect drink to share with friends when you have them over for cocktail recipes. Time for…
These potato nachos substitute sliced potatoes for tortilla chips. The end result is a very savory and tasty dish that can be used as a party starter or a side dish. Printable Recipe: Potato Nachos with Re-fried Beans I first discovered this recipe years ago and it was described as a form of nachos but…
There are so many options for planters now at garden centers. But with a bit of creative thought, many outdoor spaces can be enhanced by unique garden planters that originated from items which originally had other uses. Add Pizazz to your Garden with one of these Unique Garden Planters. Not only do these planters…
Ah….the richness and creaminess of Alfredo sauce combined with shredded chicken and then rolled up in lasagna noodles. This Chicken Alfredo lasagna roll up recipe will delight the most picky food critic. Chicken Alfredo Lasagna Roll Ups – A Rich and Hearty Main Course The recipe uses the idea of a traditional lasagna Alfredo dish…
This homemade chicken quesadilla recipe features zesty chicken and cooked red peppers peppers mixed with cheese and stuffed in a tortilla. Printable Recipe – Homemade Chicken Quesadilla The recipe is easy to do and great for a busy week night when time is at a premium. The recipe comes together in a flash. Store bought…
These sauteed carrots would make a sensational side dish for any protein course. Vegetarians will love this recipe too. Sauteed Carrots with Fresh Dill I love recipes that can be put together in just minutes. This easy side dish comes together in just minutes. It is naturally gluten free and tastes amazing. For a Vegan…
Don’t be Tempted to Eat this Fungi On my morning walk yesterday, I noticed big clumps on a neighbor’s tree. Closer inspection of it showed me what looked very much like a white brain growing on the side of his tree. It might be some version of a Lion’s mane mushroom, which is quite a…
It’s time for my hydrangea wreath make over. The blooms have changed colors and they are perfect for a fall look. A couple of weeks ago, I did a tutorial on how to make a wreath from Hydrangea blossoms. When I made the wreath, it had color (sort of a green a burgundy color) with…
This recipe for roasted root vegetables is easy and delicious. They are very easy to prepare and make a great side dish for any protein choice. Printable Recipe – Roasted Root Vegetables with Rosemary and Garlic. I love roasting most of our vegetables. The slow cooking process reduces the vegetables natural flavors. I made a…
The sauce for this steak marsala with mushrooms is top notch. It is rich and savory and super easy to make. Printable Recipe – Steak Marsala with Mushrooms. This recipe is one of my favorite ways to enjoy steak. The beef is first perfectly cooked and then topped with a delicious Marsala wine sauce with…
There are so many things to be thankful of and to think about this time of the year. The harvest are plentiful and the fall season is full of holidays to spend with loved ones. These inspirational fall sayings are a great way to share the blessings of fall with loved ones. Motivational Fall Savings…
We seem to be in Indian summer here in NC. It turned chilly for a while and now we are back in the 80s. So, it’s time to grill again. Today’s grilling recipe is Italian London Broil Steak. We grill at our house every week, no matter the weather. My husband is the grill master…
This recipe for tomato and mozzarella salad with basil will take just a few minutes to prepare but will delight your guests. Printable Recipe: Tomato and Mozzarella Salad with Basil Assemble your ingredients: Fresh tomatoes, fresh mozzarella cheese, olive oil, basil, kosher salt and black pepper. Slice the tomatoes and the cheese. Alternate the tomato…
I belong to a Facebook Gardening Group called the Garden Charmers. One of our favorite ways to help promote each other is to feature our blogs in various round ups. The topic of this roundup is Fall planting ideas. I asked the ladies in the group to show me what they do in the fall…
A few months ago, I did a tutorial on a staggered planter with house numbers on the bottom pot for great door curb appeal. This is what the planter looked like in early spring. Since it is autumn now, and the planter is looking a bit sad, I wanted to change plants out for an…
This recipe for hickory smoke grilled pork chops has a great rub that tastes delicious and so easy to do. If you are looking for a delicious new grill flavor, look no further. Keep reading to find out how to make this tasty recipe. Printable Recipe – Hickory Smoke Grilled Pork Chops My husband is…
Making hydrangea wreaths is a very easy project and costs so much less than a store bought wreath. Mine cost $6.99 and about an hour of my time, and I’ll be able to use the straw ring for another project later. Last year I showed you how to make hydrangea wreaths in this article. The…
Tutorial – How to Make a Floral Bow My experience has taught me that anything purchased in a florist shop is expensive and floral bows are no exception. Why pay retail prices when they are so easy to make? I use floral bows for hand made wreaths, garlands and also on all of my special…
This Mexican casserole with onions, peppers, chili peppers and corn did the trick. It has just the right amount of heat, is easy to do and is ready takes about the same amount of time to prepare. Just pop it in the oven and relax while it is cooking. Printable recipe – Mexican Casserole with…
Have you looked at the ingredients in a package of store bought taco seasoning mix? Ugh…all those chemicals! Why not make your own with a similar mix of spices and none of the bad stuff? Printable Recipe – DIY Taco Seasoning This recipe is so easy. Just measure out the spices, combine them in a…
This Hawaiian chicken pineapple pizza recipe is for chicken lovers. It has a Hawaiian theme with the grilled chicken breast pieces, fresh pineapple and mixed peppers. Why go out for pizza or have it delivered when you can make our own homemade pizza that will have a ton of flavor and cost a lot less…