We had some friends over before we left for Mexico and, overall, I was pleased with this recipe from Everyday Food. The sharp, peppery bite of arugula is set off by the lemon vinagarette and salty parmesean shavings. And the cherry tomatoes — well, a bite into a good tomato is like a bite into […]
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Back from the Yucatan!
Shane and I had a great time in Mexico. We stayed at the Hotel Villa del Mar in Playa del Carmen (which was not without its problems, but it worked out in the end) and hung out on the beach, went snorkling, visited cenotes, traveled through the jungle, climbed Coba (well, I got about 2/3s […]
I’m not dead, I swear
Tulum, a Mayan ruin located south of Playa Del Carmen. Things have been pretty slow around here lately — just kind of hanging out and enjoying the post-Christmas quiet. They’ll continue to be quiet on the blog until mid-January or so, as Shane and I heading to Playa Del Carmen in a few days. To […]
‘Tis the Season for Tasty Gifts!
We have been a lucky family this week. First, my Uncle Anthony and (Aunt) Teresa sent us an annual Christmas ham from Heavenly Hams. It’s Christmas dinner every year, and we love it! Then, my Aunt Linda and Uncle Matt sent a Mrs. Field’s Cookie Basket. The chocolate chip cookies disappeared rather quickly… Next, an […]
Retro Recipe Challenge #5: Boozy Holiday Round Up!
On the Eighteenth of December, Teresa of Vintage Style Files sent to the RRC a Cornish Hens Plymouth entree! On the Eighteenth of December, Emily from Appetitive Behavior sent to the RRC, a Scarlett O’Hara drink! On the Eighteenth of December, Haalo from Cook (almost) Anything at Least Once sent to the RRC, a Singapore […]
Brown Sugar Chex Mix
‘Tis the season to be a lazy — no, let’s use a better term — efficient cook. With kids jingle-belling, and everyone telling you to be of good cheer, there really isn’t much time to do any cooking other than roasting those marshmallows. But there’s always a need for last-minute gift, and making them in […]
RRC#5 Deadline Today
If you’ve got a retro recipe that shouldn’t be near an open flame, today’s the last day to send it in! Shoot an email with your blog link to RetroRecipeChallengeATgmailDOTcom by tonight at 11:59pm EST. Full details and resources can still be found here. Cheers!
Peppermint Cacao Cocktail
Well, it’s not a retro drink recipe, but it’s a lovely little cocktail, chock-full of holiday cheer. Plus, what’s more festive than a drink served in a martini glass? For a prettier (but just as tasty) drink, use white creme de cacao. Peppermint Cacao cocktail ¼ oz (1 ½ tsp) peppermint schnapps½ oz (1 Tbsp) […]
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Tangerine Blueberry Waffles | Laura Rebecca's Kitchen: […] you really want to up your game, you can slather your waffles with with orange maple butter, […]
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Marc Roselli: I added two teaspoons of dried grated lemon peel and also grated the fresh peel of one lemon to make…
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Bj: Love love love this recipe! Made it for the second time and I agree more cinnamon!
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Bill: I like your "make it count" statement because it's not the quantity but the quality.
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