Corn chowder is one of those things that makes me smile when I remember it. Our mom made it for supper when we were growing up, probably at the end of the groceries and the grocery budget for the week. We sure didn’t realize it. I just thought, yay! Corn chowder! In fact, some of…
A Light And Delicious Pistachio Dessert
Pistachio dessert was a huge thing in the 1970s when I was a young mom of two little girls. We simply couldn’t get enough of the tasty nuts! This dessert, unlike Nehru jackets and plaid polyester, has stood the test of time. It’s still a winner! The combination of a slightly salty Ritz cracker crust,…
Cheesy Chicken Tater Tot Casserole
Cheesy chicken casserole. Cheese, chicken, and tater tots. I mean, who wouldn’t love that combination? Do you want some comfort food? This is comfort food! It’s creamy, crispy, and a little bit salty, too. And what can you say about tater tots, those crispy little nuggets of perfectly seasoned potatoes? They make everything nestled under…
How To Make German Red Cabbage For The Holidays
Red cabbage was a staple at holiday meals when I was a girl. My parents immigrated to the United States from Denmark and Iceland in 1950. They brought their traditions with them, and red cabbage was an important one. Red cabbage isn’t just a German dish. Whether the main course is duck, goose, or a…
The Best Thanksgiving Dressing In The World
Dressing or stuffing? What do you call it? When I was a kid, moms everywhere made stuffing the same way. Chopped up gizzards, liver, and turkey neck were added to a mixture of bread, onions, and celery. Then, it was all stuffed inside the Thanksgiving turkey and roasted with the bird. I thought it was…
Crazy Delicious Skillet Cornbread
Cornbread is as American as baseball, hot dogs, and apple pie. But make no mistake about it, there are loads of opinions about which recipe is the clear winner. To my northern palette, this is the best cornbread I ever tasted! Traditionally, Northerners prefer a sweeter cornbread while a Southern cook would never add sugar…
Half Fast Semi-Homemade Ham And Bean Soup
This ham and bean soup is what I call semi-homemade. There’s a bit of prep required, but it’s minimal, especially when something tastes this amazing. The recipe uses canned beans, a real time-saver with no sacrifice of flavor. This is a perfect soup to make when you have some great leftover holiday ham. If you…
Instant Pot Beef Noodle Soup
Ah, homemade beef noodle soup. Tender beef. Yummy noodles. Comfort food extraordinaire! And with an Instant Pot, you can get that simmered-all-day flavor in about an hour and a half from start to finish! I used my new favorite cut of meat, boneless beef ribs, in this recipe. The meat is full of flavor and…
Beautiful Rustic Dutch Oven Bread Recipe
When I see beautiful loaves of rustic bread lined up on the shelf in a fancy bakery, it always makes my mouth water. I can just taste the crispy crust that crunches when I bite it. Oh, and that chewy middle that’s born to dunk in soup, slather with butter, or top with a bit…
Colorful Oriental Cabbage Slaw With Sweet Soy Dressing
Tonight I gussied up an old favorite recipe for an Oriental cabbage slaw. It’s been a favorite for years. So what’s been the knock on this tasty salad? The flavor is amazing but quite honestly, it always looks kinda bland and boring. The pale brownish-green color reminds me of socks that should have been presoaked….