What’s for dinner?
Turkey Cacciatore Meatballs with Mango Basil Linguine
I never thought I could like ground turkey until I discovered Rachael Ray's recipe for Turkey Cacciatore Burgers during my summer … [Read More]
What’s for dessert?
S’mores Cookies Recipes
If summer had a flavor, it wouldn't be lemonade or BBQ or even ice cream. Believe me, I eat ice cream all year long. Summer tastes … [Read More]
In the Fresh Domestic Kitchen
S’more Hot Chocolate Cupcakes with Marshmallow Filling for DIY Craft Party
Some friends of mine started a hot cocoa blog, Hot Cocoalicious, where they rate the best hot chocolates around Cleveland. To accompany their quest for great hot cocoa, they hosted a little Creating + Cocoa party last weekend, bringing together people to share chocolately drinks and sweets while getting crafty with … [Read More]
Pork Loins & Fear of Old Age
So I tried Emeril's recipe for Ginger Ale Marinated Pork Loin but adapted it for a single serving slice of pork tenderloin. I'm not ready for a whole roast yet; I already had a dream last night that a friend interpreted as fear of old age and I don't need to add pork roasts to that list of scary things old people … [Read More]
In the Fresh Domestic Garden
Flower Garden
No words to blog today, just pictures of vividly bright flowers from my garden that say it better in color than I can in … [Read More]
Plant Progress: Day 4
Science tells me there’s been a lot going on underground for the past few days, but today, Day Four, was the first unveiling to … [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...]
Pizza Night Every Night
When you were little, you were lucky to have pizza night once a week. When you're in college, it's nothing strange to have pizza night every night. This week I struck a fine balance with pizza night every other night, twice so far. And I struck that balance even finer for going out one night and staying in the … [Read More...]
