I was recently invited up to go turkey hunting. It was sort of serendipitous really, because I needed to write the last chapter of my book and needed to turkey hunt and hadn't figured out where that was going to be... and *poof* I got an email from Sydney of Ravenous Woman.
Did I want to…
I thought I'd re-post this project I worked on last year for Earth Day, since it is still so fitting in many ways.
1. I am in the midst of planting my seeds for the garden this summer, and this is such a wonderful alternative to spending money on peat pots while making good use of…
It began with a squirrel hunt, and then a six inch sprinkling of snow, and then a succession of lobster rolls; my foray into a whole new decade.
I left snowy Tulipwood and went up to Maine for 24 hours, just because; I ate several lobster rolls. It was the right way to transition I thought.
Then…
Here's the thing about Valentines Day. I think it's strange.
It is impossible to get into a restaurant. Flowers double in price. Bad quality chocolate makes the rounds. Lots of pink lacy undergarments abound in various store windows.
Saint Valentine, was a Christian martyr. I don't think he thought very often about Victoria's Secret's latest line.
I…
I'm at the airport again. I think I am now officially on a first name basis with many airport security people around the country. They have my x-ray on hand to refer to, which expedites things nicely.
While I'm sitting here though, I thought I'd tell you about my favorite hot sauce recipe of late. It's…
Update: The winner (according to random.org) izzzzz.... #2 Sarah!
Congratulations, you'll absolutely love this book. Email me to claim your loot!
________________________________________________
It's that time of year again... when I shamelessly say, "vote for me!" But it worked last year so I'm doing it again. The 2011 Bloggies are here, the biggest blog awards for which I made…
What are your New Year's Eve plans?
Are you going to rock out on the streets near you? Or are you going to play it cool and have a glass of champagne at home?
If you find yourself playing hostess, or wanting to be someone's favorite guest, here is a list of some New Year's Eve foods that will help you ring it in with a content stomach.
Thin Crust Pizza - This is a family New Year's Eve tradition of mine and I love, love, love it.
Homemade Cheese Spread - This is so versatile, you can flavor it with something sweet or something savory and spread it on crackers. Even homemade crackers if you want!
Pickled Red Beet Eggs - I had these over Christmas and they are always such a crowd pleaser. They're great on rye toast or just as they are. And they're beautiful too.
Hell's Chicken Wings - Not that I want to give you nightmares to ring in the New Year, but if you love chicken wings as much as I do, you'll love these.
Chicken Tenders - Or if you want something more mild and tame, these are great in a nice BBQ dipping sauce.
Deviled Eggs - We have lots of chickens and thus lots of eggs. This is a great well tested recipe that is creamy and spicy.
34 Morton Street Specials - This is a family recipe from the 40s, when my grandmother and great aunt lived in New York City. You'll love it.
Grandma's Spinach Dip - Grandma always has good recipes, and they're always healthy.
Devils on Horseback - Speaking of healthy, these are not. But they are incredible. Salty and sweet and gooey, oh my.
Soft German Pretzels and Horseradish Mustard - My brother makes these for an Oktoberfest with a bunch of boys. It'll be a crowd pleaser, especially if there are some meaty boys in your midst.
I'm noticing a hell and devil theme in my recipes... what does it mean?
And for something to wash it down with...
Homemade Tonic Water with a splash of gin or just by itself.
Holiday Punch - Because I've seen it make even the least giddy person quite... giddy.
Happy New Year! What do you have planned for the festivities? Are you staying home? Are you going to a fancy restaurant? Do you have absolutely no idea what you're doing like me?
Standing in the fields at Joshua Creek was a special kind of experience. There is a mystical quality in the rooster pheasant as he shoots into the air like a feathered arrow, in all his green and red and purple, and speckled brown-black. The long spike of his tail feathers taper for aerodynamic flight and…
As you may know by now, based on the affair I've been having with sriracha, and my infatuation with chicken wings... I like spicy foods.
I love spicy foods.
I would make sacrifices for spicy foods.
I think I've run out of hot sauces to try. Well I thought I did, but then my friend…