When a friend suggested spreading chocolatey Nutella on a slice of warm banana bread, I tried it. It was so good I took it a step further and added the Nutella right into the batter! This recipe works for both bread and muffins. … More Diane’s Nutella Banana Nut Bread
This easy casserole is so rich and creamy that it cold pass for a gourmet pasta dish. … More Creamy Ground Beef Noodle Casserole
Roasting hot chile peppers really brings out great flavors and aromas. Here are a couple tips to make the job easier. … More Quick Tip: Roasting and Peeling Chile Peppers
As much as I would love for summer to last forever, I have to admit that this sweet and tangy dessert gets me pretty excited about fall. … More Mom’s Apple Crisp
These light and crunchy cookies are one of my family’s favorites. My grandma had a seemingly endless supply of these whenever we visited, and biting into one almost brings her back. … More Grandma’s Ranger Cookies
Here’s a British twist on pork and apples, based on one of my favorite meals on a recent trip. … More Somerset Pork with Apples
This dessert is absolutely as good as it looks. Licking the plate afterward is almost mandatory. … More Sticky Toffee Cake (British Sticky Toffee Pudding)
Every once in a while I find a recipe that calls for self-rising flour. And since my pantry is jam packed with other staples, I don’t want to have to buy a bag that will mostly go unused. Here’s a great way to make it on the fly, so you don’t have to allocate valuable … More Quick Tip: How to make self-rising flour
Ever run out of an ingredient right in the middle the recipe? Or find out you need something when the store is closed? Okay, probably not, since I know my readers are far more sensible than I am, and actually plan ahead. Hey, I’m getting better at that, but I sometimes get carried away and … More Quick Tip: Ingredient Substitutions
Measurements/Equivalents/Conversions In my recipes, I use the following abbreviations: t = teaspoon T = tablespoon C = cup (8 oz) oz = ounces Some useful conversions and equivalents are listed below. Dry measurements Dash <1/8 t Pinch 1/8 t 3 t 1 T 1 T ½ fl oz 2 T 1 fl oz 2 T … More Quick Tip: Measurement Equivalents and Temperature Conversions
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