Yes, it is winter. Yes, the landscape is relatively barren as some trees have lost their leaves and (I am pleased to say) a few of the weeds that wreck havoc during the summer are more dormant for these cooler months. However, one of the totally awesome things about living in Florida is that we still have a garden that is thriving! About a month ago our family began ...
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Another Christmas Garnish
I'll admit it...I LOVE to play with my food! (Thus my profession!). I enjoyed the Christmas Tree Garnish so much that I further expanded my Christmas morning oatmeal garnish ideas to include Santa's hat. Obviously, THIS is how oatmeal is served in the Claus household. Enjoy and Merry Christmas! How to Make a Santa Hat Garnish Drizzle with honey or ...
Decorating (Breakfast) for Christmas
The morning of December 25th starts early in most households, especially those with children! With the flurry of activities and excitement, you probably don't want to spend a lot of time in the kitchen but you'll still need Breakfast. Overnight Oatmeal is such a favorite for my kids that we may end up having it for our family breakfast on Christmas morning. I wanted to make ...
Turkey Trauma! And ways to avoid it
Thanksgiving seems to be the most challenging day in the kitchen for many cooks. Many might be more thankful if they weren’t so distressed by their culinary responsibilities. Ovens that sit cold 364 days of the year are put to use as the focal point of the feast cooks for hours while accompaniments are assembled to go with it. Prayer and effort are mustered as these home ...
Happy Birthday Julia!
Today we celebrated what would have been the 100th Birthday of someone who in my opinion was one of the greatest "Food Enthusiasts and Kitchen Enablers" of our time. Julia Child inspired many, including myself, to learn more about the amazing and delicious foods from France. Although my whole life I dreamt of traveling to Europe, it was after reading her book "My Life in ...