T.G.I.F. with a Chelada
Light and refreshing, the chelada is the perfect ending to a long hot day. This icy cold drink is also great for the afternoon bar-b-que, and a wonderful cure for the morning after.
Light and refreshing, the chelada is the perfect ending to a long hot day. This icy cold drink is also great for the afternoon bar-b-que, and a wonderful cure for the morning after.
Anyone who has ever darkened the door of a Red Lobster is familiar with the warm garlic and cheese biscuits they serve. I am not writing this to recommend the “Lobster” however I do give their cheese biscuits a five-star rating. Made as a loaf …
It is not very often that we have steak at our house, so when we do it is a real treat. Anymore I find that I would rather have a good cut less often than to pay ten dollars a pound for some thin sliced, …
It is hard to imagine a more delightful aroma in the kitchen than that of freshly baked cinnamon rolls. Craisins, orange, and cinnamon combine to make this delightful treat. Simple to make, this recipe has become a new favorite in our house.
This year spring has arrived with temperatures that feel more like summer, and suddenly I find myself craving light and fresh foods. Dishes that contain lots of vegetables, and food cooked on the grill are the things that seem to appeal to me. Yesterday while …
Colorful combinations of vegetables make up this health salad that is quick and easy to make. Perfect served with tacos or at a barbecue, this one is a sure winner.
For me there is nothing that says “Aloha” better than a chunk of fresh pineapple. The sweet juicy flavor of yellow goodness brings a welcome “hello” to any dish it is served in.
Made famous by Ian Flemming in his James Bond 007 novels, the vesper martini actually became a favorite of Sean Connery.
It is just hard to beat an old-fashioned classic. Yesterday I was craving just such an item. While I love complex flavors and visually stunning presentations, sometimes I simply enjoy getting back to basics. So I pulled out the old Betty Crocker Cooky Book and …
America’s most popular vegetable is the potato. We enjoy them boiled, baked, fried, microwaved, steamed, roasted, and mashed, with or without their peels. By themselves potatoes are quite low in calories and loaded with nutrients.
There is nothing like the deep sweet flavor that is created by roasting a red pepper, and I would have to say the aroma of peppers over a fire would have to be one of my favorites. Many times I will use my gas grill …
In my life I have worn many different hats in my struggle for the legal tender. There was one chapter that I particularly enjoyed which required extensive travel overseas. I was working for a sportswear company that produced garments in every corner of the world. My job …