August 31, 2026

Watermelon Mint Lime Agua Fresca

This refreshing and simple drink was made for sunny days! Watermelon Mint Lime Agua Fresca is extremely easy to make with bright flavors. Just blend, pour, and sip away! Ingredients 8 cups cubed watermelon (from one medium seedless watermelon) 3 cups filtered water 2 limes, juiced (plus more for garnish)…

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August 20, 2022

Rhubarb Quick Bread

Ingredients & Directions 1 c Brown sugar; packed 1/2 c White sugar, can use part -- sugar-twin 2/3 c Oil 1 Egg 1 c Buttermilk 1 ts Salt 1 ts Baking soda 1 ts Cinnamon 1 ts Vanilla 2 1/2 c Flour 1 1/2 c Diced rhubarb 1/2 c Chopped…

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August 10, 2022

Chocolate Zucchini Bread

Ingredients & Directions 3 md Eggs 2 c Sugar 1 c Oil 1 ts Vanilla 2 Squares unsweetened -chocolate -or- 4 tb Cocoa -and- 2 tb Oil 2 c Grated zucchini 3 c Flour 1 ts Salt 1 ts Cinnamon 3/4 ts Nutmeg 1 1/2 ts Baking powder 1 ts…

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August 7, 2022

Cran Apple Streusel Bread

Ingredients & Directions 1 lb Loaf frozen bread dough, or -1 loaf homemade Wt 1 cn Cinnamon apple pie filling -(21 oz) 1 c Cranberries, fresh or -frozen, whole 1 tb Orange juice 1 tb Grated orange -peel(zest)colored part only 1 ts Lemon juice 1 ts Apple pie spice Streusel…

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August 4, 2022

Coffee Java Bread

Here’s a rich Coffee Java Bread recipe—a moist coffee-flavored quick bread that works especially well for breakfast or alongside an afternoon cup of coffee. Coffee Java Bread Makes: 1 loaf (about 10–12 slices) Bake: 350°F for 50–60 minutes Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour ¾ cup granulated sugar 2 teaspoons baking…

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August 3, 2022

Crisp Bread And Butter Pickles

Ingredients & Directions 4 qt Thinly Sliced Cucumbers 1 1/2 t Turmeric 8 ea Med. White Onions * 1 t Celery Seed 1/2 c Pickling Salt 2 T Mustard Seed 5 c Sugar 5 c Cider Vinegar * Onions should be peeled and thinly sliced. Mix the cucumbers and onions…

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January 1, 2022

Halloween Party Cupcakes

Ingredients & Directions 1 1/2 c Bisquick original baking mix 1/3 c Sugar 1/3 c Milk or water 2 tb Shortening 1 ts Vanilla 1 Egg 1 pk Betty Crocker fluffy white -frosting mix Toppings (see instructions) HEAT oven to 375 degrees. Grease and flour medium muffin cups, 2-1/2x1-1/4 inches,…

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November 4, 2021

Chicken Potpie In A Pumpkin

Ingredients & Directions 6 Sugar pumpkins - (abt 2 lb -ea); short and squat Are the best 5 tb Butter 2 tb Melted butter 2 ts Salt 1 ts Freshly ground pepper 1 ts Freshly grated nutmeg 1 lb Pearl onions 5 tb All-purpose flour 9 oz Peeled cubed potatoes…

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October 11, 2021

Refrigerator Bread And Butter Pickles

Ingredients & Directions 1 qt Sliced unpeeled cucumbers -(1/8-1/4 inch thick) (about -1 1/2 pounds, or 2 1/2 -cucumbers, scrubbed, ends -discarded); I use a food -processor for this. 1/2 c Thinly sliced onions (about -4 ounces) 2 Garlic cloves, peeled and -quartered 1 1/2 tb Salt 2 qt (2…

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August 18, 2012

Tante’s Booze Cake

Ingredients & Directions 1 pk Orange Supreme Cake Mix 1 pk Instant vanilla pudding 1/2 c Oil 4 Eggs 1/2 c Orange juice 1/4 c Galliano liqueur 3/4 c Vodka 1. Lightly grease and flour a 10" spring form pan. 2. Mix all the ingredients together in a mixer until…

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July 6, 2012

Fortune Cookie Birthday Cake

Ingredients & Directions 2 tb Butter 1 ts Vanilla 30 Regular sized marshmallows 4 c Crisp rice cereal 8 oz Milk or white chocolate - Chopped 40 Fortune cookies In a large saucepan melt butter with vanilla and marshmallows over low heat. Stir in cereal. Spread in greased, 8-inch round…

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February 8, 2012

Open Sesame Pumpkin Pie

Ingredients & Directions 2 qt Squash Or Pumpkin; Pureed 1 tb Agar agar powder 2 tb Arrowroot 1 ts Sea salt 1 ts Cinnamon; up to 2 1 c Barley malt 1/4 c Tahini -CRUST (FOR 2 PIES- 1/2 qt Pastry flour 1 pn Sea salt 1 c Corn oil…

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August 2, 2011

Bread Pudding And Whiskey Sauce

Ingredients & Directions 1 1/3 c Raisins 2/3 c Bourbon (approx.) 11 oz French bread loaf 6 c Milk 5 Eggs 2 c Sugar 6 tb Unsalted butter 2 ts Vanilla Sauce: 1/2 c Unsalted butter 1 c Sugar 2 Eggs 1/3 c Bourbon This is a classic New Orleans…

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May 27, 2010

Pumpkin Bread (Halloween)

Ingrients & Directions 3 1/2 c Flour 2 ts Soda 1 1/2 ts Salt 2 ts Cinnamon 2 ts Nutmeg 3 c Sugar 4 Eggs; beaten 2/3 c Water (if pumpkin is canned) 1/2 c Water (if pumpkin is fresh -or frozen) 1 c Oil 2 c Pumpkin (16 ounces…

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September 11, 2026

The Top Ten Hottest Food Trends You Are Buying Into

The Top Ten Hottest Food Trends You Are Buying Into It seems food companies around the world are using whatever marketing tactics possible to draw the consumer to the product while they whisk down the aisles of the supermarket. What is it about consumer behavior that has food companies modifying,…

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September 11, 2026

For A Healthy Living: Just Enjoy A Variety Of Vegetables

For A Healthy Living: Just Enjoy A Variety Of Vegetables Eating healthy is important for everyone – and I bet: you know that already… Plus: one of the most important keys to eating a better diet is eating more fruits and vegetables. I bet again: you knew that too. But:…

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September 11, 2026

Why Go To A Culinary School?

Many people are aware that a person who has studied in a culinary school can be called an expert in the field of meal preparation. But how easy is it to enter a culinary school, especially for those aspiring to become the best cooks in their fields? A culinary school…

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September 11, 2026

Top 5 Things You Need in Your Kitchen

If you are just starting to cook, or are moving in on your own, chances are, you don’t have much in terms of cooking equipment. Here is what we recommend for you to get, as you are starting out. As times goes by, you will, of course, get more kitchen…

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September 10, 2026

Cooking Videos

The preparation of Meats and Vegetables or Fruits. Watch each video to learn to how prepare and cook (more…)

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September 1, 2026

Irish Oatmeal Bread

Embrace your Irish side with this heart-healthy Irish oatmeal bread. Steel-cut oats and whole wheat fiber provide you with 3 grams of fiber and 5 grams of protein per slice! Ingredients 1 cup + 2 tablespoon boiling water 1 cup steel-cut oats, not quick-cooking ½ tablespoon salt 1 ½ tablespoons…

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August 31, 2026

Sweet-and-Spicy Pepper Seasoning

A bold blend with a little sweetness, smoky flavor, and a pleasant kick. Great on steak, chicken, pork, burgers, roasted vegetables, potatoes, and grilled corn. Ingredients 2 tablespoons coarse-ground black pepper 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon smoked paprika 1 tablespoon garlic powder 2 teaspoons onion powder 1 teaspoon kosher…

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August 31, 2026

Restaurant-Style Steak Pepper Seasoning

This blend gives steak a bold, savory, peppery crust similar to what you’d get at a steakhouse. Ingredients 3 tablespoons coarse-ground black pepper 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1 tablespoon garlic powder 2 teaspoons onion powder 2 teaspoons smoked paprika 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1 teaspoon dried thyme ½…

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August 31, 2026

Homemade Pepper Seasoning

Homemade Pepper Seasoning Ingredients 2 tablespoons coarse ground black pepper 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon onion powder 1 tablespoon paprika 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon dried parsley ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper — optional ½ teaspoon dried oregano ½ teaspoon ground mustard Instructions Add all ingredients to a small…

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August 31, 2026

Homemade BBQ Seasoning

BBQ Seasoning  3 tbsp paprika 2 tbsp brown sugar 1 tbsp garlic powder 1 tbsp onion powder 1 tsp black pepper 1 tsp chili powder 1 tsp mustard powder ½ tsp cayenne pepper 1 tsp salt Store in airtight container. Great for: ribs, pork, chicken, burgers, sausage, and grilled vegetables.

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