What is Chow-Chow Relish? This relish has long been a favorite on pinto beans in the South.  It originated from using end of the season vegetables in the garden.  It also has some roots from the Pennsylvania Dutch.  I remember my Mom making this growing up.  She would make quarts and quarts of the stuff…

The asparagus looked so fresh in the market today,  I decided to make a Spring Risotto. Before I get on with the ingredients, we all know we need to have a good broth simmering.  I had some chicken broth but not enough for the 6 cups I needed.  I went to the freezer and had…

  Into sweet and salty?  Grab one of these muffins quick! Ground and broken pretzels in the batter and a pretzel streusel on top along with chocolate chips inside the muffin.     For the streusel combine; 1/2 cup all purpose flour 1/3 cup sugar 1/4 cup each ground and broken pretzels 1/4 tsp. cinnamon…

Sunday Supper is on a Mission to Bring Back Sunday Supper Around the Family Table in every home. Join us every Sunday with great recipes and inspiration. #SundaySupper now trends almost every day of the week! Simple and Fresh Summer Recipes   We now have the best of both worlds!  Butter and Olive Oil – something…

  “In the childhood memories of every good cook, there’s a large kitchen, a warm stove, a simmering pot and a mom.”~ Barbara Costikyan Have you ever wondered just what it could be that draws us inexorably to the kitchen in times of distress or crisis? Have you ever thought about the difference between “cooking”…

Although I was going to dedicate most of this month to quick breads, soups & stews, I came upon two of the tropical cocktail glasses we “stole” on a cruise to Bermuda several years ago (I don’t recall the potent rum cocktail that was served in the glass). Upon arrival The day being so dismal…

There is nothing like a homemade broth.  Store bought simply can’t compare.  It is richer and more flavorful and adds lip-smacking goodness to soups, sauces and gravies.  You know when you have a big pot of homemade soup on the stove, it’s comforting and a nourishing meal for your family. Bone broth is typically made…

My homemade version of the San Francisco Treat with less sodium and simple ingredients. Ingredients 1 oz. vermicelli or angel hair pasta 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter 1/2 small onion, chopped 1 cup long grain rice 2 cups low sodium broth (chicken, beef or vegetable) Parsley for garnish Directions Take a small amount of pasta and…

 Easter Butter Lamb – Baranek Weikanocny The Easter Lamb bearing a Resurrection Banner – like marshmallow Peeps, the butter lamb is an Easter icon of Polish Tradition. Isn’t he cute? When I was growing up, I would be the one to make the lamb.  I made it free form, by hand and most of them…

Double the time-saving power of your CrockPot by transforming leftovers into a totally different meal! This brisket is cooked with beef broth and loads of onions that melt down into a luscious gravy. NIGHT #1 4 lbs. beef brisket 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil, divided 2 large onions, sliced thin 3 cloves garlic, minced…

These glazed kielbasa bites makes a great appetizers for game day or any occasion. Sweet and savory, and easy to prepare. Ingredients: 2 rings Polska Kielbasa, sliced into 1/2″ pieces 1/2 cup red wine vinegar 1/4 cup Heinz Chili Sauce 1/4 cup BBQ sauce 1-1/2 cups brown sugar Cooking Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees…

Did you know that the first pies were often made from pastry that was intentionally barely edible?  Pastry was used as a method of keeping meats and fillings moist during cooking and also to seal the filling to keep it from spoiling. YUM.   Many believe the term “pie” has its beginnings from “magpie”, a bird…

Soup, salad and pasta – in one bowl! Warm broth ladled over the fresh spinach just wilts it slightly, just enough to still call it a salad. 1 lb. frozen cheese tortellini 1/2 cup diced onion 1/4 cup diced carrot 1 Tbsp. minced garlic 1/2 tsp. oregano 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes 3 Tbsp. olive…

Try Cheez-it crackers as a crunchy, salty, cheesy topping for your next mac and cheese! Cheez-It Mac and Cheese 1 pound cavatappi pasta, cooked to package instructions 1 stick plus 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 4 cups whole milk, at room temperature 1/2 teaspoon grated nutmeg 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese 2 cups shredded Gruyère cheese 4 cups shredded fontina…