• Apple Cobbler

    Apple Cobbler

    The easiest cobbler to make. PREHEAT OVEN TO 350º 9X12-INCH BAKING DISH LIGHTLY GREASED 2 CUPS PIONEER BISCUIT MIX 2 CUPS SUGAR 2 CUPS WHOLE MILK – I use a little ½ and ½ in the mix 2 EGGS – lightly beaten ¼ CUP BUTTER – melted, cooled 1 21 OZ CAN APPLE FRUIT FILLING… Continue reading

  • DEEP DISH CHICKEN POT PIE 

    This is a great way to use up rotisserie chicken.  CRUST: 1 Large Egg – separated 2 C. Flour 2/3 C. Butter – cold, cubed 5-6 Tbsp. Cold Water – divided Pinch of Salt  In a small bowl beat egg yolk with 2 tablespoons water.  In a large bowl combine flour and salt, cut in the butter until crumbly. Gradually add the beaten egg, tossing… Continue reading

  • CELEBRATING ROSH HASHANA

    CELEBRATING ROSH HASHANA

    Today is the first full day of Rosh Hashana, a two-day holiday also known as the Jewish New Year. The biblical name for this holiday is Yom Teruck and it is a millennia-old holiday celebrated with prayer, symbolic foods and the blowing of the traditional horn called a shofar which is blown in the morning… Continue reading

  • NEVER AGAIN!

    NEVER AGAIN!

    For me, there is nothing like stepping out of the airline terminal when traveling back to New York and listening to the cacophony of sounds, all in harmony while trying to compete with one another.  Loud, harsh, melodious but familiar sounds of the city to let me now that I am home. And it might… Continue reading

  • CREAMY TURMERIC CHICKEN THIGHS

    An easy, tasty chicken dinner all in one pan! 12-inch or LARGER HEAVY-DUTY SKILLET 1 ½ LBS CHICKEN THIGHS – boneless, skinless 3 TBS BUTTER – unsalted, melted in skillet 1 ONION – medium to large size, thinly sliced 1 TBS FRESH TURMERIC ROOT – peeled, minced 1 ½ TSP GROUND TURMERIC – or to… Continue reading

  • SLICE AND BAKE OATMEAL COOKIES

    SLICE AND BAKE OATMEAL COOKIES

    Perfect for lunch boxes, snacks, or my morning coffee! PREHEAT OVEN TO 375º UNGREASED COOKIE SHEET 1 CUP VEGETABLE SHORTENING – I use Crisco ½ CUP SUGAR – dark brown ½ CUP SUGAR – light brown 1 CUP SUGAR – granulated 2 EGGS – beaten 1 TSP VANILLA 1 ½ CUPS FLOUR 1 TSP SALT… Continue reading

  • SWEET ALABAMA PECAN BREAD RECIPE – EASY HOMEMADE DESSERT

    SWEET ALABAMA PECAN BREAD RECIPE – EASY HOMEMADE DESSERT

    INGREDIENTS Feel free to add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for a festive twist! INSTRUCTIONS STEP1: PREHEAT THE OVEN Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal. STEP2: MIX THE WET INGREDIENTS In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, granulated sugar,… Continue reading

  • A FRESH FIG CAKE

    A FRESH FIG CAKE

    This all started with a fig tree in Castrofilippo, Sicily. Many, many years ago, my father-in-law, somehow, and quite mysteriously,  was able to bring a small part of that Sicilian fig tree back home with him to New York City after a long visit to his homeland. It was planted in the back yard at… Continue reading

  • TASTY ZUCCHINI BITES

    TASTY ZUCCHINI BITES

    Zucchini Garlic Bites recipe combines shredded zucchini with garlic, Parmesan cheese, fresh herbs, and lightly topped with a marinara sauce to give an Italian twist. A handy little recipe for when your garden overflows with ripe zucchini! PREHEAT OVEN TO 400º COAT A BAKING SHEET LIGHTLY WITH COOKING SRAY  Cook Time 18 minutes  Servings 14-16 bites INGREDIENTS 1 cup shredded… Continue reading

  • It’s Labor Day Weekend the all-American holiday

    It’s Labor Day Weekend the all-American holiday

    The designated end to summer and a day to celebrate with family and friends. But mainly it is a day to recognize and celebrate the many contributions workers have made to America’s strength, prosperity and well-being! As we celebrate… Let’s Pray for Our TroopsHonor Our FlagAndAsk God to Please Bless America! SLOW COOKER CAJUN RIBS… Continue reading