A family member recently challenged me to make Rosemary Bread. My goal was to come up with a recipe that mimicked the tasty bread from Macaroni Grill. I took my basic French Baguette recipe and added some olive oil, rosemary … Continue reading »
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Nachos with Leftovers
The January issue of Bon Appétit Magazine shared the secret to making the perfect plate of nachos. I usually pile chips and cheese on a plate and throw it in the microwave, but Andrew Knowlton shared his five rules for … Continue reading »Rating: 0.0/5 (0 votes cast)
Pupusas (El Salvadorian Grilled Cheese)
Don?t be afraid to try the unexpected. One day, I was really craving tacos. Not Taco Bell tacos, but real heart and soul authentic tacos. Usually, it?s easy to find a taco truck in east Las Vegas, but this specific … Continue reading »Rating: 0.0/5 (0 votes cast)
GIVEAWAY: Williams-Sonoma Kitchen Tool Set
Today is a day for giving. It?s my father-in-law?s birthday, so I?ve got a few goodies for him?and it?s giveaway time for one lucky Zestie! I?ve been an affiliate for Williams-Sonoma #CooksNetwork for a while now, and this week they … Continue reading »Rating: 0.0/5 (0 votes cast)
Grilled Caesar Sandwich
The crouton is tired of being the sidekick to the tangy Caesar salad. He?s decided to become the star in this Grilled Caesar Sandwich. You could get really creative with the bread on this and season it up a lot … Continue reading »Rating: 5.0/5 (2 votes cast)
A Romantic Dinner in 30 Minutes (Steak au Poivre, Gruyère Noodles and Asparagus Spears)
You will wow your sweetheart this Valentine?s Day with this step-by-step 30-minute recipe perfect for a romantic dinner for two. Sure it?s nice to go out and be waited on, but those fancy dinners can add up, and they?re not … Continue reading »Rating: 5.0/5 (1 vote cast)
Tiffany Blue Bookshelf
After 20 years of moving around with the Army, my hubby is retiring. That?s great news, but it means it?s time to consolidate all of the furniture finds we?ve had throughout our marriage. We have a mix of 1950-era Louis … Continue reading »
Bacon Ranch Chicken (in the slow cooker)
Why did the chicken and the pig cross the road? So they could come to my house, jump into my slow cooker and introduce the world to a BLT and chicken salad combo. I?m happy to announce that I?m back. … Continue reading »
Lemon Cream Cheese Pound Cake
I started 2013 out right ? eating dessert first. We had the traditional black eyed peas and fried cabbage, but before all of that, I had a slice of this Lemon Cream Cheese Pound Cake. It?s dense, creamy, a little … Continue reading »
Cachapas (Corn Pancakes)
This was an experiment that tastes great. I just needed my better pancake pan. Happy New Year everyone. I hope your 2013 is everything you dream it will be. Mine has already started out perfect. My husband is home from … Continue reading »
Citrus Herb Pork Shoulder
This tender pork rolled with bright herbs is only made better with a side of citrus gravy. When I mixed the pan drippings with orange juice, lemon juice and cream, I had no idea it would end up this tasty. … Continue reading »
