Seriously, who makes their own red chili sauce? Even I think it’s a little crazy. With the gazillion choices of chili that we have on our supermarket shelves you’d think I’d be satisfied. In this country we’re multi-ethnically blessed with…
Chicken Soup a la Mexicana
In winter there is nothing more comforting and soothing than a good, hearty soup. I cannot seem to get enough of it. Good old chicken soup is my standard go-to,…
Watching temps in holiday Roast Pork
During this holiday season, I’ve roasted two pork shoulders, helped pull more than 30 pounds of pork shoulder and made dozens of pulled pork sandwiches. I feel I’ve become fairly…
Preparing for A MERRY CHRISTMAS!
Christmas is always a busy season for everyone. There are family gatherings, church commitments, shopping to do for presents, for food and of course we have to find time to…
Homemade Cider to Herald in Great Smells
My daughter surprised me with the most delightful apple cider. And she made it from scratch! It’s so easy. All you need is apples, a few spices and a slow…
Snow Cream: 4 qt real Snow 14 oz fake Cream
I had never heard of it. But last Saturday when we had the first snow of this season I ate Snow Cream for the first time. Like real snow with,…
Thai Pumpkin Curry
What do I cook for a vegetarian? As a meat lover, this is very hard for me. I feel like I would never be able to give my vegan or…