Food, Family, Faith, and Fun — all wrapped up in one!
Carlotta 
Yes, you read that correctly! Pork shoulder — or pork butt, whichever the label happens to say — is on the menu. Plan ahead for this, so the pork can brine overnight. Imagine the flavours of bourbon and smoke sneaking into tender meat, and you will understand why the effort is totally worthwhile. Stir together … Read more Bourbon Brined Pork Shoulder
Meatloaf tends to get a bad rap. What if you could — with no additional time commitment — create a meatloaf that will not just serve as comfort food, but tease the tastebuds with rich variety? Delicate lean ground beef tricked out with enough spice, smokiness reminiscent of a cosy campfire, and just a hint … Read more Smoky, Spicy and Sweet Meatloaf
You’ve heard it a million times before: Opposites attract. According to Psychology Today:
What do the Wimbledon tennis tournament, the Chelsea Flower Show, and the Henley Royal Regatta all have in common – besides being English events, of course? Pimm’s Cup!
Once again, Alaska contributes a brilliant recipe which will be added to my regular rotation. This dip has a bit of creaminess, some smokiness, a little heat, and the tiniest crunch. And it is more versatile than any other dip I’ve ever had. Served cold, Jalapeño Cheese Dip is amazing with chips or fresh veggies. … Read more Kenai Jalapeño Cheese Dip
This is the time of year when we entertain more often than usual. It is always a challenge to figure out what to serve for brunch that will please kids, adults, and seniors – and not wear out the cook. Try this hashbrown pizza! It’s easy, special, pretty, satisfying, and oh so yummy!
Minnesota winter is brutal in many ways — the cold, ice, freezing fog, frigid wind, people who don’t know how to drive safely, etcetera. Sadly, the thing that is most brutal is also one of the things that keeps us sane and comfy during winter: our houses. Forced air furnaces, electric heating elements, and even … Read more Rosehip Retinol Oil for Face and Neck
The three C’s — curry, chicken, cashews. They are as exciting as the 3 Musketeers, as innovative as Minnesota-based 3M company, but not nearly as tacky and disturbing as the TV show Three’s Company. 🤣
Carbonara is an Italian dish – likely from Rome – that consists of bacon, eggs, cheese, and pasta. Without the fat of cream, the amazing creaminess of this dish comes from egg yolks. Add a bunch of veggies, and even the Italians would say WOW!
“There is power in numbers.” Google this phrase and you will see results covering everything from MLK speeches to Egyptian uprisings to Biblical references. In my little piece of the world, it mostly means FEED A LOT OF PEOPLE.
