I just wanted to give a quick update about my previous post’s lamentations. On Tuesday, I was able to find the pesto ingredients at one store, the first one I tried. I felt vindicated right there, even before I started the process. At dinner time, we put on the water to boil and I started … Continue reading »
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California Olive Ranch Limited Reserve Olive Oil Review
As promised, I’m back today with my review of California Olive Ranch’s Limited Reserve Extra Virgin olive oil. This particular variety of CA Olive Ranch’s oils is only made during the holidays each year so I felt pretty honored to be given this bottle for review. I actually contacted them and asked if I could review … Continue reading »
Orzo pasta salad with basil and mozzarella
By request from a friend, I am posting my recipe for an orzo based pasta salad. One thing to keep in mind is I don’t measure my ingredients when making a salad like this so the ones listed here are all approximates. I don’t have a photo to post as I made this awhile back and … Continue reading »
Did I hear someone ask for a vegetarian menu?
Oh yeah, I thought I did. It was you! Or maybe you? No? That’s ok, I promise this menu will please even us carnivores. I know my family enjoyed this meal. Since today is a sauce cooking/meatball making/pasta and bread making day, I wanted an easier meal last night. (Photo credit) I said easy? I … Continue reading »
Easter memories and menu
We all had a wonderful Easter with a great church service followed by a great meal. It was the normal family including my hubby, my boys, my daughter and her son and me. Here is Isaiah, or Za as we call him, waiting for his food.
Insalata Caprese
Yesterday I did my normal weekly food shopping and tried to pick up some foods needed for my pantry and for this blog. I am trying hard to incorporate the recipes into our menus but that is not going to be easy. We are on a diet here, low carb, low fat, etc…so I am … Continue reading »
