winter tomato pineapple salad + basil dressing

I used to only eat tomatoes when they were in season, and I still stick with that rule. Mostly. This salad is an exception. There are some varieties of tomatoes that seem to do pretty well, even in the winter months and are sooooo much better when made into this salad. The acidity from the…

happy new year

We enjoyed a lovely 2 week winter staycation ~ Christmas… polar fleece crafts with the grand girls… lots of cooking and even more baking… My daughter, Andrea’s, New Year’s Eve birthday… lunch out at Fiesta Cancun Mexican Restaurant one day (The Chipotle Burrito and Shrimp Fajitas are AMAZING!), and Red’s Savoy Pizza another (always awesome!)…We…

jeff’s apple strudel

My husband’s recipe for apple strudel is sort of complicated, but just like any other recipe it will get easier the more times you make it. If you don’t have time to make the strudel dough, you can use frozen, ready to bake strudel dough or phyllo, but it really is worth the extra effort…

roasted red pepper hummus

Hummus is a versatile, healthy, high protein dip that’s wonderful served with fresh, toasted pita or baguette, fresh veggies, thinned out and used as salad dressing… or (my favorite) as a topping for sandwiches and wraps. This particular recipe goes together quickly and you and your family will love it. Keep the ingredients on hand…