Tasty Tuesday March 1, 2011

I’ve told you before how much I love tomato soup. I mean, I truly, madly, deeply love tomato soup (but ironically, detest tomatoes). So when I saw those fabulous boys over at Beekman 1802 post their recipe for White Tomato Soup, I was intrigued.

How fun would it be to grow white tomatoes & then make this soup? In fact, take it one step further & serve it with a grilled cheese sandwich made from white cheddar! Yes, I do find food entertaining….& I’m OK with that.

Thanks, Beekman for the recipe & photo. You have me dreaming of white tomatoes!

Tasty Tuesday February 15, 2011

The weather here is supposed to get cold again this week, so I am in the mood for something hearty & comforting. This recipe I found over at PCC Natural Markets for Braised Short Ribs over Soft Polenta makes my mouth water.

If you try this recipe, you must leave a comment giving us your thoughts on it!

Tasty Tuesday February 8, 2011

Sorry guys….my afternoon was crazy so I didn’t get a recipe posted earlier today. However, look at this amazing recipe for Hearty Potato, Leek, & Spinach Soup. The totally, utterly fabulous thing about this soup is that you drizzle it with truffle oil. Come on, truffle oil is like a non scary MSG; it makes everything taste better!

Thanks to Cascadian Farm for the recipe & photo!

Tasty Tuesday February 1, 2011

I have a secret to confess: Up until about 18 months ago, I had never tried buffalo wings. My sister introduced me to them & now I am totally hooked. An easy way to get the flavor of them without the hassle is making Buffalo Chicken Dip.

Consider making this for your Superbowl Party. I promise, it will get gobbled up very quickly. You might want to consider having enough ingredients on hand to make a second batch…it’s that good!

Tasty Tuesday January 18, 2011

If you have a difficult time getting your kids to try new foods, check out this recipe from PCC Natural Markets. It’s for Cinnamon Apple Chops & it uses applesauce & (wait for it) cinnamon red hot candies!

I am definitely going to try this recipe! I’m fairly confident my daughter will love the idea since it has candy in it. I don’t know a single child that wouldn’t think candy for dinner is a fun idea. Thanks, PCC!

Snowbound? Make Snow Cream! January 12, 2011

It snowed about 4 inches at my house last night, however it’s quickly turning to slush, so we really can’t play in it. I found this recipe for Snow Cream on Beekman 1802 & my daughter & I made some for breakfast. Yes, breakfast. Hey, we have to enjoy it while we can (because it’s quickly melting!)!

Tasty Tuesday January 11, 2011

Today’s recipe will be my family’s dinner tonight. I had some ground pork in the freezer that I got insanely cheap, so I went online to find a recipe utilizing ground pork & came up with this recipe for Sweet & Sour Pork Patties.

I plan on following the advice of the reviewers who made them into meatballs & baked them. It seems easier & healthier than frying. Cross your fingers for us that this recipe is a good one!

Tasty Tuesday January 4, 2011

I know it seems odd to say this, but after the holidays I’m a bit sick of chocolate. I was looking for a sweet treat that featured different flavors, & I stumbled found this recipe. I haven’t tried it yet, but just one look at the photo had me drooling. I need to make this soon! You can thank PCC Natural markets for Maple Cranberry Creme Brulee.

Tasty Tuesday December 21, 2010

Today’s recipe comes from my good friend & BMIM reader Leslie. She made the most amazing eggnog at a holiday party. It was so good I had to ask her for the recipe. This eggnog is sinful. It tastes nothing like the eggnog you buy at a store. It’s decadent & frothy & yummy & I’m craving it at this very moment. Thank you Leslie for sharing your secret recipe with us!

Leslie’s Eggnog

6 eggs, separated
3/4 cup sugar (separated into 1/2 cup & 1/4 cup)
1 pint whipping cream
1 pint milk
1 pint whiskey
1 ounce rum

While beating just the yolks, mix in 1/2 cup sugar. Beat the egg whites until very stiff & add in 1/4 cup sugar. Combine the egg white mixture with the egg yolk mixture. Then stir in the whipping cream, milk, whiskey, & rum. Serve chilled with a pinch of nutmeg on top.

Tasty Tuesday….Late Again December 15, 2010

OK, so I forgot to post a recipe yesterday…again. My bad. I chose one today that you will either love or hate: fruitcake.

I’ll admit it: I love fruitcake. Good fruitcake is outstanding. Bad fruitcake is, well….bad. There is a huge difference between a good fruitcake & a bad one.

In the spirit of disclosure, I will admit I haven’t tried this recipe yet, but I plan on it. I saw Josh making it on The Fabulous Beekman Boys Holiday Special & went & found the recipe online. If I remember correctly, Josh used 1 cup of rum in the recipe (1/2 in the batter & he poured 1/2 over the finished loaves to soak in) vs. the 1/2 cup of rum that is called for in the printed recipe. Hey, more rum can never be bad, right?

Check out the recipe & a photo of the fruitcakes (you’ll drool!) at Beekman 1802.