POM-OCADO…MOLE
Over the weekend Darlene (of My Burning Kitchen) and I went to a California Avocado event at Ciudad, hosted by two of my favorite chefs Mary Sue Milliken and Susan… Continue Reading »
side dishes
Really Devilish Eggs
Bacon? Yes. Hot sauce? Yes, please. What SoCal family doesn’t have a stash of Tapatio in their fridge? Well, you should. It’s not as hot as Tabasco, and adds just… Continue Reading »
Red and Blue Oven Roasted Potatoes
Getting kids involved in cooking is the key to getting them interested in eating healthy and trying a variety of different things. When we go to the farmer’s market I… Continue Reading »
Crispy Potatoes
This makes a great side dish and is done on the stove in no time flat. ingredients: 2 potatoes 2 Tablespoons olive oil 1 clove garlic, minced 1 shallot, minced… Continue Reading »
muffaletta sandwiches
This was part of the ‘Cajun Birthday Lunch’ ____________________________________ I am one of those people who LOVE olives. The salty brine, green, black, kalamata, garlic stuffed, I love them all…. Continue Reading »
Red Beans and Rice
This was part of the ‘Cajun Birthday Lunch’ ____________________________________ Quite obviously this is not traditional red beans and rice, think of it as a shortcut version – but still tasty!… Continue Reading »
Sweet Potater Tots
This was part of the ‘Cajun Birthday Lunch’ ____________________________________ When I made plain old Tater Tots, I didn’t think they could get any better. But this is it. THIS. IS…. Continue Reading »
Brown Sugar Bacon Twists
Candied bacon. If the sound of those words make your mouth water, this recipe is for you! I hate frying bacon, so the oven is a good alternative with minimum… Continue Reading »
Homemade Tater Tots
I know what you’re thinking, “Why would anyone do this?” Believe me, I realize I need to get a life. But I try not to buy processed food for the… Continue Reading »
Goldfish Mac n Cheese
If you have kids then you are familiar with Goldfish crackers. They’re an easy go-to everyday snack and somehow they find themselves into every crevice of your car. Hm. Goldfish… Continue Reading »