During my tomato-canning madness last week it happened to be rather hot outside. Not too horrible, but in the mid-80s, and with high humidity because of course there has to be high humidity. And while I can't speak for anyone else, the last thing I want to do after spending hours over a steaming-hot canner… Continue reading Ham Salad Sandwiches (From ‘The Modern Family Cook Book’ by Meta Given)
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Barbecued Chicken and Pineapple Sandwiches
While the heat wave here has broken (for the time being) I'm still grilling quite a bit, and this was the result of one of my grilling sessions last week. Barbecued chicken and pineapple sandwiches. Grilled chicken and pineapple, doused with barbecue sauce. Yum. Add bacon. Always bacon. Barbecued Chicken and Pineapple Sandwiches 1… Continue reading Barbecued Chicken and Pineapple Sandwiches
Boozy Watermelon Agua Fresca
Boozy watermelon agua fresca is a perfect drink for summer - not too sweet, not too strong, and with gorgeous watermelon flavor. This particular one is made using melon liqueur but triple sec, tequila, and vodka are all fine substitutions. This recipe makes 1 quart - if you are planning on serving this to a bunch… Continue reading Boozy Watermelon Agua Fresca
A Vat of Vanilla – How to Make Vanilla Extract
Here she is. My baby. A homemade vat of vanilla extract. Making vanilla extract is easy-peasy and much cheaper than buying it all the time. This particular batch is over 3 years old now. This, my friends, is love in a jar. There are few things in this world that smell as good as… Continue reading A Vat of Vanilla – How to Make Vanilla Extract
Maverik Gas Station Breakfast Burritos
The last time my husband and I were in Wyoming, I fell in love. With a burrito. I bought a sausage and green chili burrito at a Maverik gas station and it was amazing. I'm not usually into gas station food, but guys...this was good stuff. As I live nowhere near a Maverik, I figured… Continue reading Maverik Gas Station Breakfast Burritos
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