Let's be honest; eggs are the superheroes of the breakfast world. They're versatile, packed with protein, and can be cooked in a gazillion different ways. But today, we're going to focus on one specific method that's often misunderstood and underappreciated—the over-medium egg. That beautiful … [Read more...] about The Quest for the Perfect Over-Medium Eggs
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Zucchini Pineapple Chocolate Chip Bread Recipe with Freezing Tips
When my great aunt passed away 14 years ago I inherited all of her cookbooks. Her cookbooks have all of those classic, old-fashioned recipes inside them. Some books are 20+ years old with dog-earred and stained up pages. My great aunt was great about writing on the pages her edits on particular … [Read more...] about Zucchini Pineapple Chocolate Chip Bread Recipe with Freezing Tips
Chocolate Brownies with Peanut Butter Chips plus Freezing Tips
Love chocolate brownies? I make a pan of brownies once a month for my family to enjoy. Every time that I make them...I change it up a little bit to keep things interesting. Sometimes I toss in a handful of mini marshmallows, chopped peanuts, chocolate chips, swirl-in a big spoonful of creamy peanut … [Read more...] about Chocolate Brownies with Peanut Butter Chips plus Freezing Tips
Cheesy Zucchini Casserole Recipe with White Sauce
Every year we plant one zucchini plant in our backyard garden and every year we get at least 10 large zucchini from that one plant! I like to use the zucchini to make various side dishes, appetizers, and homemade breads. Today's recipe is easy-to-make and makes a great side dish or lunch! Unlike … [Read more...] about Cheesy Zucchini Casserole Recipe with White Sauce
Strawberry and Blueberry Shortcake Recipe
I enjoy eating fresh fruits year-round...especially berries! Strawberries, blueberries, mulberries, cranberries, etc. it doesn't matter to me...I love berries! I'll eat them plain, blended into a fruit juice or tossed into a recipe. They're good for us and we don't eat enough fruits on a daily … [Read more...] about Strawberry and Blueberry Shortcake Recipe
The Rising Obsession with Vegan Jerky
In the tapestry of contemporary culinary trends, few items have taken center stage as quickly and decisively as vegan jerky. This plant-based snack has grown from a niche product in health food stores to a sought-after delicacy in supermarkets around the globe. So, what's fueling this sudden … [Read more...] about The Rising Obsession with Vegan Jerky
How to Freeze Grapes and How to Use Them
Four years ago we planted 5 grapevines in our backyard. They're a mixture of concorde and seedless green grapes. The first three years we didn't get anything...but low and behold this year (the 4th summer) we got a load of grapes!!! We're going to plant 4-5 more next month to keep our little … [Read more...] about How to Freeze Grapes and How to Use Them
Jamaican Jerk Seasoned Pork Chops
Cooking and baking aren't at the top of my list of favorite things to do. However, I do enjoy grilling and will grill foods as often as I can. Originally I had planned on tossing the pork chops onto the grill, but Tropical Storm Ophelia had other plans. That storm dumped heavy rain on us for 4 days … [Read more...] about Jamaican Jerk Seasoned Pork Chops