Simple Homemade Sangria
This simple homemade sangria recipe ROCKS!!! Of all the sangria recipes I have tasted, this one is the BEST. I believe the choice of red wine had a lot to do with it. Since we are all different in our preferences to tastes, let me just say, use a sweet red that you enjoy already. Even if you're not a sweet red wine drinker, then get as close as sweet as you wish to get. Since we're Texans,... More...
By Jill | 7 comments | Full Recipe...The Best Chicken Recipes Cookbook Giveaway WINNER IS
BARB M. Won the Cookbook!!! Annie from Cooking with Anne helped me pick today's winner. Thank you, Annie! _________________ From the Cook's Illustrated sales catalog. The Best Chicken Recipes from Cook's Illustrated * 300+ recipes, 100+ all new to our books! * 432 pages, hardcover * 16 pages of full-color photos * 250+ Illustrations Bored with making the same few chicken recipes over and over? So... More...
By Jill | 3 comments | Full Recipe...Cooks Illustrated Cover & Bake Cookbook Giveaway (Closed)
From the sales catalog of Cook's Illustrated. With Cover & Bake, the editors at Cook’s Illustrated set out to revive the venerable casserole. From Turkey Tetrazzini and Chicken Divan to Crab Imperial and Hoppin’ John, casserole cooking represents the ingenuity and practicality of the American cook. In Cover & Bake, the editors set out to investigate the old standards and in the process... More...
By Jill | 1 comment | Full Recipe...Beer Can Chicken, Simple and Fun to Say
My first attempt at grilling a chicken with a beer can in its butt. Uh, fun? Slightly challenging. Most definitely delicious. But I don't think the beer had anything to do with it. This qualifies as a Simple Daily Recipe because there was barely anything to do. I wanted it to be a little more than it was, but it just turned out to be plain ol'simple. HERE'S ALL IT TOOK 1 (3 1/2 to 4 pound)... More...
By Jill | 2 comments | Full Recipe...Refreshing Watermelon Water
The original recipe comes out of the July 2009 issue of Southern Living, page 16. I found a yellow watermelon from a local grower and decided to give the recipe a spin around the block. I'll tell you right now. It was surprisingly refreshing, not sweet at all. It was super easy to bring together. However, you have to LOVE watermelon to really enjoy a pitcher of it. Don't be fooled by the... More...
By Jill | 0 comments | Full Recipe...Deviled Egg Sandwiches
Back in the years of living single & carefree, I had a Summer when I barely had enough money to buy eggs, bread, and and a few vegetables. Somehow, I look back on that time as the best time of my single life. Anyhoo. Remember when I shared the Cheesey Zucchini and Squash recipe and told you that I would eat cheesey zucchini & squash when I grew tired of egg salad sandwiches? Well here's... More...
By Jill | 2 comments | Full Recipe...Cook’s Illustrated-The Best 30-Minute Recipe Cookbook Giveaway (Closed)
More than 300 Fast and Flavorful Recipes From the Cook's Illustrated promotion page: Is it even possible to serve your grandma’s chicken and roast potatoes on a weeknight - even with today’s hectic schedules? Our test cooks have streamlined more than 300 of your favorite dishes, and included many clever kitchen shortcuts and quick tips so you can go from prep to plate in just 30 minutes. Think... More...
By Jill | 1 comment | Full Recipe...Grilled Fresh Zucchini
Grilled fresh zucchini can be eaten alone, on the side, or my favorite way, as a topping on grilled pizza. It can be prepared ahead and eaten at room temperature or hot from the grill. Anyway you slice it, it's takes about 10 minutes to cook on a gas grill and it's super easy to prepare. (Yellow Squash can be grilled the very same way.) HERE'S ALL IT TAKES To keep this quick and simple, use... More...
By Jill | 0 comments | Full Recipe...Thicker Garlic Yogurt
I've made other garlic yogurt recipes before but I did a something different the other day that was a big hit with my friends. I made it thicker and added Greek oregano. Let me just jump right to it. HERE'S ALL I DID WITH 1 (32 ounce) container of plain yogurt 1 to 2 garlic cloves crushed juice of half lemon, 2 to 3 teaspoons 1/2 teaspoon dried Greek Oregano 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon fresh... More...
By Jill | 0 comments | Full Recipe...Taste of Home Simple and Delicious Cookbook Giveaway (Closed)
The winner of this week's giveaway is truly getting a treat! Taste of Home Simple & Delicious cookbook is PACKED with mouthwatering photos with every recipe. What's really impressive is that the book starts with 12 weeks of weekday meal recipes, including a shopping list and a list of staples for that week! They've even added substitution ideas and handy cooking tips. There are 1o-, 20-... More...
By Jill | 4 comments | Full Recipe...Fresh Okra and Tomatoes
Okra is in season around these parts of Texas. The most common okra recipes involve frying it up. And while I love the salty crunch of good fried okra, it's not my favorite favorite. Okra cooked with stewed tomatoes and onions is what I crave this time of year. My Memaw called it 'Okra Gumbo'. Is that what you call this too? HERE'S ALL IT TAKES 1 pint fresh okra, cut into 1/2-inch slices 1... More...
By Jill | 3 comments | Full Recipe...Simple Lentil Chili Recipe
Of all the simple lentil recipes I have tried, this one is fast becoming my favorite way to eat lentils. My newest friend from Virginia, Cheryl B., brought this soup over last week for our lunch together. The kids chowed down! Cheryl was sweet enough to leave extra lentil chili behind for me to photograph and enjoy. And I certainly did just that. ;D HERE'S ALL IT TAKES 1 1/2 teaspoon canola... More...
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