This year (2008) is my first year having a garden, albeit a tiny one and I’m keeping it simple; just tomatoes and a few herbs. We all gotta have herbs. Here is a picture of my new “offspring” - I’m so excited! I really do feel like a new mom. If you haven’t tried […]

I’ve been reading cookbooks for years. Like most people read novels in bed before retiring, I peruse cookbooks; lots of cookbooks. I collect cookbooks, and then when they’ve had their “say”, if it doesn’t strike just the right chord in my heart, I pass them on or donate them to my local library. Some of […]

A few popular measurements to help you along.
Dash or Pinch = less than 1/8 tsp.
3 tsps. = 1 Tbsp.
4 Tbsp. = 1/4 cup
8 Tbsp. = 1/2 cup
16 Tbsp. = 1 cup
1 fluid ounce = 2 Tbsp.
1/2 pint = 1 cup
1 pint = 2 cups
1 quart = 4 cups or 2 pints
1 gallon = 4 quarts
4-5 […]

Okay, I keep seeing those new yellow boxes of wheat pasta on the shelves at my grocer so I thought I’d try one. I bought Penne Plus Wheat Pasta by Barilla. I cooked it according to the package directions, then used it instead of my regular Barilla for my Macaroni Salad. Here’s the result:

On a […]

BJ’s Wholesale Club is now selling Dunkin’ Donuts Coffee by the 2.5 lb. bagful, which I blend with my regular brand. My “Beverages” category can assist you in making a really good pot of coffee.

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9/20/07 - Just found out that all the folks in Upstate New York have been able to buy […]

In a 1-cup liquid measuring cup, place 1 tablespoon of either lemon juice or white vinegar. Then fill with milk (not skim). Stir and let sit for about 10 minutes. There you have 1 cup of soured milk. Double for 2 cups.

Substitue equal amount of plain or a flavored yogurt - depending on what you’re making. I’ve used both and they work wonderfully. One time I was making a sour cream coffeecake and the sour cream in my fridge was way past the expiration date so I used lemon yogurt instead. It was great!

Having a Master Grocery List may sound like a very picky thing to do, it does make quite a difference when you go to the store. Here’s how it works:

On paper, breakdown sections of food groups like Produce, Non-Edibles, Dairy, etc., Under each heading you list things such as lettuce, onions, bananas. Here’s an example […]

It just won’t come off the dishes, right? Well, soak them in cold water for a while and it’ll come off much, much easier. My mother taught me that one. Thanks mom!

This is simple: never in the fridge, it deadens the flavor. Store them in a bowl on the counter. They look nice there, too.