seeing :: shadows like free flowing watercolors, sunflowers in full bloom, grape foliage overtaking our garage and back yard, baby toes, grand children who sparkle without even trying tasting :: biker bar bacon cheeseburgers with tomato, lettuce onion, mayo, mustard and ketchup…Sierra Nevada IPA, salty fries smelling :: fresh baked pies and bread at the…
~ blackberry syrup ~ The blackberry branches in our back yard are heavy with this dark wine-colored fruit. The perfect berries for scones, pancakes, buttermilk cake, and this beautiful syrup. Use it on ice cream sundaes, waffles, yogurt parfaits, or spoon some into a glass before pouring in freshly brewed iced tea. Add some to…
~ grilled baba ghanouj ~ Are you having a nice summer? I’m relaxing into it now that I have a good portion of my magazine articles written, and most of the photo shoots done. It’s been very exciting, and quite a ride. I’m coming to realize that relaxing and having “me” time is so much…
~ old fashioned strawberry shortcake a la mode ~ We make this classic dessert with rich, homemade shortcakes, vanilla ice cream, real whipped cream, and fresh lemon and sugar macerated strawberries. It’s the perfect summer treat, and sometimes we have it in place of supper. for the shortcakes: 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 Tablespoon sugar…
~ tomato jam ~ This is a tomato jam recipe inspired by my favorite minimalist, Mark Bittman. The man is a genius. ‘Nuff said. I made a couple minor changes to the recipe. It’s amazing. How do you use tomato jam you may ask? Well, the beauty of this condiment is it’s versatility. It’s sweet,…