Nothing says summer like corn on the cob. I love biting into a sweet, juicy ear of corn! I also love summery recipes that don’t heat up my kitchen. This recipe grants both of those wishes. No oven heating up the house for half an hour. No waiting for a big pot of water to boil, or slaving over a grill in the summer heat. Just set-it-and-forget-it, done-in-a-flash, delicious corn. Corn that is so sweet and flavorful that you don’t even need to add butter (although most of my family ... continue reading...
Brown Butter Gnocchi
What do you eat for dinner on the 29th day of every month? If you live in Uruguay, the answer is probably gnocchi (pronounced "NYOH-kee")--little potato dumplings that originated in Italy. When I was serving in Uruguay as a missionary, I was really intrigued by this national dinner tradition. I learned that Uruguayans (many of whom have Italian heritage) serve gnocchi on the 29th because it's an inexpensive, filling meal that helps their budget stretch until payday on the 30th. It's a ... continue reading...
Baked Sliders
I'm sharing my baked slider recipe this week for two reasons. First, my whole family loves it, and this blog's mission is to share family-friendly recipes. My oldest daughter actually encouraged me put this recipe on my blog earlier this month. When one of my kids loves a recipe enough to suggest I share it with the whole world, that's saying something. Second, Father's Day is this week, and my dad loved to grill. When I think about foods I associate with my dad, I always imagine him out ... continue reading...
Our Cheap Grocery Challenge Report (Month #1)
Remember my friend Ashley Ekpo, who feeds her family great food every month for less than $100 per person? After our interview about how to save money on groceries, I was really excited to give her strategies a try! I discussed her suggestions with my family, and we set some goals to see how much we could save on groceries in May. My first impulse was to go as cheap as possible. Rice and beans for dinner! Only water to drink! No dessert! I'm sure we would have saved a lot more that way, ... continue reading...
Basil Pesto without Pine Nuts
I'm sure some of the basil in my little container garden will find its way into Basil Chicken Curry and a host of other dishes, but my favorite use for fresh basil is basil pesto. Basil pesto has just six ingredients, and it's super easy to make. Toss everything into a food processor or blender, give it a whirl, and voila! You have a bright, flavorful, and wonderfully versatile sauce that livens up everything from pasta to seafood. Substitute This (But Not That!) Basil is the star of ... continue reading...
Growing a Container Herb Garden (plus 5 Herbs I Rarely Kill)
I love gardening, but I’ve spent most of my adult life renting apartments without yards. Consequently, most of my gardens have been of the “herbs in a pot” variety. Back in Southern California, I was spoiled because I could garden year-round. Now that I live in Massachusetts, I have to be more patient. Sometimes Jack Frost sticks around until May. He finally packed his bags and left last week, so I eagerly bought some herbs to start my first container herb garden in our new home ... continue reading...
Beef Stroganoff with Ground Beef
Beef stroganoff means different things to different people. In its home country of Russia, beef stroganoff means pieces of saucy steak served over potatoes. In America, you're more likely to find stroganoff made with ground beef, served over egg noodles, swimming in cream of mushroom soup. The only thing everyone seems to agree on is that mushrooms should somehow be involved, and the sauce should include sour cream. When it comes to food, I think authenticity is kind of overrated. I'm ... continue reading...
Almond Olive Oil Cake
What fond memories does Mother's Day conjure up for you? Your mom's smile, a fun experience you shared with her, or perhaps a unique way she showed that she loved you? One of my favorite childhood memories is of my mom decorating beautiful cakes for our birthdays. She made a kitty cake when I was really into cats, a pirate ship cake for my brother's pirate-themed birthday party, and countless cakes in her signature style: two layers with colorful frosting swooshes along the edges, topped ... continue reading...
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