One of the things that makes this steamy part of the summer bearable to my family is the gift of beautiful, juicy, flavorful tomatoes! I hope you have access to them in your part of the world. When the summer tomatoes are in season, we showcase them many meals a week. Tomato Sandwiches: Our Favorite … Continue reading Tomato Time: Grilled Green Tomatoes & Simply Perfect Tomato Sandwiches
I don't know if you have had Zoe's Kitchen in your area, but it was a favorite family restaurant for many years. It has recently closed, and while there are other similar restaurants (Tazikis and CAVA specifically), which we love, they just don't replace Zoe's Kitchen. I asked my family if they wanted to join … Continue reading Greuben Sandwiches: A Tribute to Zoe’s Kitchen
I just finished reading the book on my Summer Book Stack, The Power of Fun: How to Feel Alive Again. I highly recommend it. There is so much to ponder and a lot of wisdom in the book. One of the assignments that the author, Catherine Price, proposes is some self analysis about what is … Continue reading Spicy Rosemary Cheese Crackers, Summer Book Clubs & Defining Fun
Our family has the joy of participating in a produce partnership (CSA- Community Supported Agriculture) that is the very best. It's through our church, Midtown Fellowship. They have partnered with a local farmer, Farmer Wade, to provide a CSA and weekly sell affordable produce in a low income community in our area. So, not only … Continue reading Summer Time=Pickling Time
This weekend I reveled in gifts that keep on giving- namely Trick or Treat Cookies, a pot of Chicken Noodle Soup and Spotify's "recommended songs" feature. 1. Trick or Treat Cookies: I have shared this recipe with people before but realized I haven't posted it here. It's one of my favorite November goodies. After the days … Continue reading Gifts that Keep on Giving (Trick or Treat Cookies, Chicken Noodle Soup & Song Suggestions)
There is nothing much cozier than an apple crisp on a cold night. I was planning to make an apple dessert for my friend's birthday in November, because that's one of her favorite dessert-genres. I saw Julia Turshen's Apple Crisp recipe, and since I love her recipes I knew it would be delicious. I added … Continue reading Cozy Apple Crisp
I wanted to pass along these things that have become staples in my home. Hope you enjoy! 2 salad dressings, 2 podcasts and 2 prayers.
There is nothing like food, in my opinion, to transport you to another place. Whether it is a food memory from a place I've been that lodges so deeply in my mind, or whether it is a food that is shared locally by a person from a far off land as an introduction to their … Continue reading Eton Mess: A Recent Introduction to an English Classic
Julia Turshen’s new cookbook just came out- Simply Julia: 110 Easy Recipes for Healthy Comfort Food. I love her book, Small Victories and have used many of the recipes on repeat in my kitchen. I wrote about her perfect eggs HERE. Julia is a very accomplished cook and recipe writer. She is also a very … Continue reading Julia Turshen’s New Cookbook, Best Black Beans with Avocado Salad Recipe & a List of Tips and Tools
About 23 years ago I went on a day trip with my team from the non-profit organization where I worked. We went whitewater rafting on the Nantahala River in North Carolina. I'm not a thrill-seeker by nature, but rafting with a group of friends/coworkers is something I'm in for. In fact, I would join most … Continue reading Cool Jules: A Food Memory I Can’t Shake
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