Lemon, vinegar, olive oil and salt- combined, they appear to be the ingredients called for in a simple salad dressing recipe, but these kitchen cupboard staples can add much more than flavor to your life. Along with baking soda, the all-natural items are quite the cleaning arsenal whether used separately or mixed together. From fighting grime to eliminating odors, their all-purpose appeal and green clean qualities can have your home looking and smelling as fresh as the ingredients themselves.Lem Read more →
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To Paradise and Back
Ok to begin, I will warn you that I took about 120 photos yesterday. I am going to use about 76 to tell the story of yesterday’s excursion. When you reach the “Continue Reading” message, if you are planning to continue the journey with me, then I suggest you take a break and get something to drink while the photos load. Now on with the post.Yesterday was quite a day. My friends Jorge and Vicky invited Lilliam and I to go see some friends of theirs that make and sell raspadura. Jorge thought we w Read more →
To Paradise and Back
Ok to begin, I will warn you that I took about 120 photos yesterday. I am going to use about 76 to tell the story of yesterday’s excursion. When you reach the “Continue Reading” message, if you are planning to continue the journey with me, then I suggest you take a break and get something to drink while the photos load. Now on with the post.Yesterday was quite a day. My friends Jorge and Vicky invited Lilliam and I to go see some friends of theirs that make and sell raspadura. Jorge thought we w Read more →
Awesome Corn Chowder
Corn chowder versus clam chowder…which do you prefer? When I think of chowder, I automatically think of corn chowder, not clam chowder. Am I alone in thinking of corn chowder instead of clam chowder? Am I the only one that likes corn chowder more than clam chowder? There is something about the taste of corn and cream that I absolutely love. I really love the subtle sweet taste of corn and when you add it to a creamy soup, it’s absolutely delicious. If you disagree with me, try this corn ch Read more →
Cooking Tips: Seasoning Cast Iron
Seasoning Cast Iron Pots, Pans and Skillets In the days before we had non-stick cookware, we had the next best thing – seasoned cast iron cookware. While non-stick cookware has certainly outdone cast iron cookware in the non-stick category, cast iron pots and pans are still favored by many chefs, including the professionals because of their durability and ability to retain flavor. But, if you’re not lucky enough to have a hand-me-down from Grandma, you may find yourself confused about how t Read more →
Kristina The Budget Diva: Top 10 Budget Cooking Tips
Top 10 Budget Cooking Tips . 1) Cook in batches: If you can find time over a weekend, spend a couple hours making and freezing meals in whatever size containers works for your family. Being a single person, I freeze everything in … Read more →
Show Us Your Life – Go-To Dinner Recipe
Tony Chachere’s (Cajun seasoning – in the green jar at the grocery store) 1 lb…. Read more →
The great pumpkin polenta
This is one of the most satisfying meals I’ve made in months, and it’s vegetarian eating at its best: creamy polenta flavored with pumpkin, butter and Parmesan topped with herby white beans. I’ve featured polenta recipes on Occasional Omnivore before, but the toppings, rather than humble corn meal, have been the star. In this dish, polenta carries equal weight. Since I made this over Labor Day weekend, I didn’t take any shortcuts. I made a giant batch of great northern beans from scratch, res Read more →
Exploring My Kitchen
Here’s another episode of me exploring my kitchen. It seems as if I’ve provided tons of photos of me eating out recently, but actually in between those meals, I also do eat-in alot. There really has to be a balance of eating in and out, always best to eat in. Otherwise, I’d be really broke because I typically spend AUD$20-30 for a nice meal outside, and I don’t really compromise on the look and taste of my meal. I get disappointed even looking at a messy plate of salad like the one Time Out, Mel Read more →
Apple Pie Recipe with Dates and Raisins — Recipes and Cooking Tips …
This apple pie recipe is a lot different from other apple pie recipes. This one calls for dates and raisins. If you want your apple pie to be the most original pie ever, give this one a try. Read more →