What’s for dinner?
Homemade Chinese Egg Rolls & Crab Rangoons
Egg rolls seem daunting - like they'd be much harder to make than they are. But they're actually really easy, with room for … [Read More]
What’s for dessert?
Pistachio Cupcakes with Pink Champagne Frosting
My new boss is crazy about her birthday. One birthday celebration lasts until the next birthday. That kind of partying calls for … [Read More]
In the Fresh Domestic Kitchen
Taco Pockets
This is a super easy recipe I stole - er, adapted - from my sister's mother-in-law. The first time I visited her house, she made this family favorite Taco Ring. I reduced the recipe and renamed it Taco Pocket. At this size, it's plenty for one or two people, especially with a side of Mexican rice. 1. Brown 1/3 lb … [Read More]
Fajita Spaghetti
One of my favorite recipes -- if not my favorite -- featured on the blog so far. Fajita Spaghetti Recipe 8 oz spaghetti1 lb chicken1 tsp canola oil1 onion1 sweet red pepper1 sweet yellow pepper1 can green chile peppers1/2 cup water1/2 cup taco sauce1 envelope fajita seasoning*Instead of buying fajita seasoning, I used … [Read More]
In the Fresh Domestic Garden
Plant Progress: Day 5
The company flowers and African Daisies keep coming up. Joining the green ranks today: Some Simpson’s Curled Lettuce. They don’t … [Read More]
The Power of a Plant
Interesting to stumble upon this plant (on the clearance rack, no less) while I'm reading a chapter in "The Source Field … [Read More]
Around Town + Beyond
My Master Camping Checklist
Here is my Master Camping Checklist I use when packing for a camping trip. Sleeping: Tent Tarp and rug Sleeping bags, blankets, pillows Air mattress and pump Surviving: I bring a Big Blue Camping Bin, which contains most of my survival gear (tools, rope, knives, cooking and eating supplies) already … [Read More...]
I’m Double Down with KFC
Whoever invented the sandwich had it all wrong. The meat should be on the outside, and there should be no bread. The sandwich should just be the KFC Double Down.This is, indeed, the greatest innovation since sliced bread. (Take note, McDonald's, I want to see a sandwich with something delicious between two burgers. … [Read More...]
