We started planting some of our seeds this past week for our herb garden and it started me thinking about summer recipes. I know it may seem early for some, but here in Florida spring is in full swing and…
Archives for February 2023
The Proper Way to Sauté Mushrooms
Some recipes call for sautéing your mushrooms first. The most famous reason was shown on the movie ‘Julie & Julia’ when the actresses portray Julia Childs making her famous Boeuf Bourguignon recipe. If you haven’t watched that you should, but…
Fried Smashed Potatoes
I often get inspiration from shows, and this one is thanks to Phil Rosenthal during his please feed Phil episode in Portland. One of the food trucks made these fried smashed potatoes. I of course had to try them out….
Taco Soup
My mom would make a version of taco soup when I was growing up that was always a hit. It was quick and easy to make. I plan on sharing that recipe in another post, but wanted to share my…
Hibachi Grilled Chicken
Our last trip to a Japanese steak house reminded us why we cook more at home. We had high hopes of a wonderful meal only to be disappointed by a bland dinner that digs deep into the pocket. …
Garlic Butter
We use a lot of garlic in our cooking. One way is to roast the garlic and blend it into butter. The butter can then be brushed onto your pan, spread on bread, or used in stir-fry dishes. It’s relatively…
Orlando Food Stops
During our trip to Orlando, Florida we had some highs and lows when it came to food. If you are planning your trip, hopefully you will get to try a few of our favorites and avoid a few of our…
All Things Potter
During our trip to Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure, we spent a good amount of both days in the Harry Potter sections of each park. Let’s be honest- it is what drew me to this theme park to begin…
Our Trip to Universal Studios Orlando, Florida
Universal Studios Florida Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval Celebration We just got back from a trip to Orlando, Fl., where we spent several days at Universal Studios and the surrounding area. I want to make your next trip a…
Cast Iron Potato Bake
We’ve been making these potatoes for several years now. They are a perfect addition to any Sunday dinner. You get the creamy baked potato centers with a crispy cheese top and finished off with a nice texture from the thinly…
