One of the first dishes I ever made was risotto. Intimidating recipe, I know. Risotto is not known for being an easy recipe to make. It takes time, a LOT of time, to get the right consistency. It also takes a lot of patience. Unlike regular rice where you add all the liquid at once,… Continue reading Redneck Risotto
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Parmesan Ranch Roasted Green Beans
We're getting closer and closer to that time of year where you can't use the oven any longer. It's already forecast to be close to 90 degrees tomorrow. I can feel the warm, Southerly wind on my face right now as I blog from porch. The heat is coming, and it's sure to be a… Continue reading Parmesan Ranch Roasted Green Beans
Creamy Brie Mushrooms
I've never understood how people dislike mushrooms. I get different tastes and all of that, but what's not to like about mushrooms? I've always been a big supporter of edible fungi. Portobello, shiitake, oyster, chanterelle, morels...they're all my favorites. They all hold a special place in my heart. Mushrooms are love, mushrooms are life. I've… Continue reading Creamy Brie Mushrooms
Garlic Parmesan Roasted Green Beans
Well, here we are again. Another winter day, another winter storm. It seems like this is becoming an all-too-often forecast for Oklahoma. One day it's 70 degrees and sunny, the next day we're facing an onslaught of snow and ice. Luckily, I skidaddled away from work just in the nick of time today. Our snow-and-winter-Armageddon… Continue reading Garlic Parmesan Roasted Green Beans
Southwestern Squash Casserole
It's a cool, brisk 60 degrees outside. We had a cold front blow in Friday and it appears as if it is here to stay. Rob and I have been burning our Bath & Body Works fall candles (pumpkin pecan waffles for the win!) and getting into the fall spirit. We only have about a… Continue reading Southwestern Squash Casserole
Edamame Succotash
It took me 30 minutes to break into my car this morning. Not actually break in. Break through. My car was encapsulated in a thick sheet of ice. I couldn't even get the door open! I was locked out by mother nature. I finally was able to yank my door open and get my ice… Continue reading Edamame Succotash
Spanakopita Baked Potatoes
Greek food has taken over my life. I'm consumed with thoughts of gyros, moussaka, and falafels. Give me feta or give me death! That's what I always say. The thing about Greek food is, well, it's just plain delicious. My favorite is moussaka, and a Greek restaurant (one of many) here in Oklahoma City, Zorba's,… Continue reading Spanakopita Baked Potatoes
Southern Corn Pudding
There's something in the air. I don't know if it is just Oklahoma, or if my allergies are just really that bad. My eyes are all puffy and I can't stop sneezing. Great. Just another strike against this state. You know what's good for allergies? Not going outside. Ever. I would say I'm okay with that,… Continue reading Southern Corn Pudding
Sun-Dried Tomato & Bacon Potato Salad
So, my Memorial Day weekend camping trip has hit a snag. After multiple views of model runs for the weather, we decided to postpone leaving for Sulphur until tomorrow. Rain, wind and hail is supposed to descend on Murray county tonight and that massive storm will last for a whopping 5-6 hours! I didn't think… Continue reading Sun-Dried Tomato & Bacon Potato Salad
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