How to Freeze Broccoli and Cauliflower
George N. sent an email asking me about freezing broccoli and cauliflower. Can I put them in the freezer after blanching? The Answer: Yes! I use freezer bags with all the air pushed out. When it's time to use the frozen veggies, I've learned the best and fastest way to reheat is by dipping them in a simmering pan of hot water for 30- to 60-seconds. I do this right before adding them to a stir... More...
By Jill | 0 comments | Full Recipe...Keeping Homebaked Breads Fresh
I discovered a great way to keep my fresh baked breads from drying out while recycling plastic at the same time! The grocer had the large Earthbound Farm spinach containers on sale the other week. It was a great sale so I stocked up knowing I could blanch and freeze the spinach for baking Spinach Bread, quiche or adding to my breakfast sandwich. After the containers were emptied, I couldn't bring... More...
By Jill | 10 comments | Full Recipe...Keeping Popped Corn Fresh
Do you ever pop too much popcorn? I tend to do that from time to time. I hate to throw it out, especially when I have the salt to butter ratio just right. Keeping popped popcorn fresh is or was tricky around my house. Plastic bags work alright when we eat the extra popcorn later in the day, but the bags don't seem to help keep the popcorn snappy-fresh the next day. Is that a term, snappy-fresh? ... More...
By Jill | 3 comments | Full Recipe...Good Ol’ Bleach and Water
Where there's odor there's traces of food for bacteria to grow. Soaking plastics and glassware in a warm, bleach water solution for 2 minutes, then air drying, kills bacteria and removes any residual odors. The bleach water solution, 1 tablespoon bleach to 1 gallon water, is safe on kitchen counters, drink ware, utensils, inside refrigerators, etc. It is not necessary to rinse after wiping or soaking... More...
By Jill | 0 comments | Full Recipe...MERRY CHRISTMAS MY FRIENDS
Thank you for another fun year of sharing recipes, taking part in the giveaways and of course, all the cooking! I look forward to the new year with you and making Simple Daily Recipes more helpful and fun. I pray God blesses your family with good health and prosperous opportunities in the new year. Sincerely Your Friend, Jill McKeever Read More →
By Jill | 2 comments | Full Recipe...Barbecue Bible-Sauces, Rubs and Marinades
When I get in the mood to grill, I reach for this book. I'm always hit with the same dilemma when I crack it open. I have to decide whether to use the same incredible recipe I used last time, or try something new. It's a tough call. Barbecue! Bible : Sauces, Rubs, and Marinades, Bastes, Butters, and Glazes by Steven Raichlen is not just a list of recipes. It's a reference book and a griller's... More...
By Jill | 0 comments | Full Recipe...Year Round Savings
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By Jill | 0 comments | Full Recipe...From Poetry to Pickles : The Reflections and Original Recipes of the Pickle Queen
The first day I picked up this book, I read it all in one sitting. From the opening letter by the Pickle Queen herself, through her reflections on family and farm life, and the mouth watering recipes in between, right down to the Conclusion, Shirley Stimpert shares her blessings and incredible canning recipes with us. She shares her journey from nationally published writer and poetry prizewinner... More...
By Jill | 0 comments | Full Recipe...366 Delicious Ways to Cook Rice, Beans, and Grains
366 Delicious Ways to Cook Rice, Beans, and Grains is a fantastic source for learning, getting inspired and finding family satisfying recipes. This book is LOADED with mouth watering recipes from down home favorites like, Maple Baked Beans, to the intriguing, Pesto Risotto, and for exotic food lovers, Chirashi Sushi. You can eat your way around the world cooking from this book. I kid you not. The... More...
By Jill | 1 comment | Full Recipe...Follow Me On Twitter
Long before I understood the awesomeness of Twitter, I set up my Twitter ID to be my name. I naturally think to keep relations personal, I can't help it. Twitter is the place to chat with like minded folks and find out what's shakin' the web. You can find me there EARLY in the morning during most weekdays. On Fridays, I like to hang around until lunch time promoting my fellow food bloggers... More...
By Jill | 0 comments | Full Recipe...Join Simple Daily Recipes’ Fan Page
Do you like to socialize on Facebook? I love it. It's the one social media spot that mixes my friends with my family. I don't have to feel like I'm moving from one site to another just to keep in touch with every one. Become a Fan of Simple Daily Recipes' Facebook Fan page and we'll have another way to keep in touch. FB.init("c7acab7c1c0828878e74ebff319c8718"); Simple Daily Recipes on Facebook... More...
By Jill | 0 comments | Full Recipe...Easy Beans
Easy Beans by Trish Ross has well over 100 fast and delicious recipes for beans, peas and lentils. I use this book regularly for inspiration, as well as learning a fresh way to prepare beans. Easy Beans offers a nutritional chart for those that like to keep track, and covers soaking & cooking methods, bean companions and clearing the air. Recipes covered: Appetizers, Soups, Salads, Main Dishes... More...
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