These go great with steaks! What’s the secret to great flavor? A bit of lemon juice. Mushrooms cook best when all pieces are cut to the same size. The small mushrooms I usually quarter, the larger mushrooms, I try to cut to roughly the same […]

Mashed potatoes are one of my husband’s absolute favorite foods. After trying many recipes, using half and half, whipping cream, and sour cream, I found milk tastes just as good as it’s less calories.

I’ve tried to make Spanish rice several times over the years and the seasoning is never quite right. I finally asked for my sister-in-law, Linda’s recipe because she’d made it for a gathering, and it’s delicious. This is the recipe her mom and grandmother have […]

When I come across a frozen bag of speckled butter beans, I’ll buy several to cook during the year. An easy side that goes great with our Favorite Creamy Potato Salad and BBQ. Slightly sweet, it’s taste is similar to baked beans.

This is my copycat version of one of my favorite local restaurants. Great served warm or cold, it’s sure to become a family favorite. Equipment used:

Jasmine rice is my absolute favorite rice. It’s aromatic, pairs well with almost anything, it’s a long grain rice and it’s easy and quick to cook. Try it with our Fresh Single Pot Black Bean Recipe or our Hearty and Spicy Red Bean Recipe. If […]