I came across a recipe for vegan scones, since I have a dairy free family member, and thought I could adapt it to use what I had on hand and suited my taste cravings. So, Cherry Almond was the winning combo! These were very easy, though my confidence level was low. I am not experiencedContinue reading “Vegan Cherry Almond Scones”
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Flank Steak Tacos with Smoky Salsa
I came across this recipe recently in The Chicago Tribune, however, when I looked it up online it was actually from 2014! I guess it’s a tried and true recipe, and making the rounds again, our gain! I substituted flour tortillas for the corn, because that’s my preference, and omitted the sour cream for theContinue reading “Flank Steak Tacos with Smoky Salsa”
Country Apple Fritter Bread
A friend posted this recipe on Facebook, and I just happened to be long some early Michigan apples, and everything else, so I gave it a try. This turned out to be fairly easy and quick, though it turned out a bit sweet for my taste. It’s moist and dense, with a good amount ofContinue reading “Country Apple Fritter Bread”
French Crepes for breakfast!
Beautiful French Crepes make a lovely breakfast, even on short notice! Requiring only a few ingredients, that are likely on hand, these come together quickly, with some sugar and fresh berries, they are ready to make the day feel special! The beauty of this recipe is that it doubles for both sweet and savory dishes.Continue reading “French Crepes for breakfast!”
Puffed Pancakes with Orange-Apricot Sauce from The White River Inn, Cotter, AR
These delectable treats were served to us on a recent visit to The White River Inn, in Cotter, Arkansas. The lovely proprietor happily shared the recipe, and I am so thankful. These come out looking fancy, but in reality, they are very quick and easy to make. The accompanying Orange-Apricot Sauce can be made ahead,Continue reading “Puffed Pancakes with Orange-Apricot Sauce from The White River Inn, Cotter, AR”
Faux Spaghetti!
Faux “Spaghetti”! I came up with this simple idea last night since I’ve made great progress shedding my Covid gain, down 10 pounds as of today! Simply, zoodles (zucchini noodles) sautéed with a spray of Pam cooking spray, and an easy sauce of mild Italian sausage, browned with 1/2 of a sliced onion & aContinue reading “Faux Spaghetti!”
Skinny Blueberry Muffins
I came across this recipe for “skinny” muffins and thought “Viola, just what I need as I try to shed some of these Covid pounds that I acquired over the last year!” With a simple to follow recipe, and only a couple of items that I needed to grab from the store, I got cookin’,Continue reading “Skinny Blueberry Muffins”
Dutch Baby Pancake, it’s cold outside🎶🎵🎶
For Christmas Bruch we dove into 2 of these “babies”! Super quick and easy, it’s made with everything you have on hand. I found the recipe on Allrecipes https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/23898/dutch-babies-ii/ Ingredients: 2 large eggs 1/2 C milk 1/2 C all purpose flour Pinch of salt Pinch of ground nutmeg 2 T butter Confectioners sugar for dustingContinue reading “Dutch Baby Pancake, it’s cold outside🎶🎵🎶”
Holiday Cookies
🎶 It’s the most wonderful time of the year…🎶 Cookie time!! We can bake sweets galore and not feel guilty about it. Give them as gifts, nibble a few while you address cards, or just enjoy that wonderful feeling you have thinking about how blessed we truly are, despite the challenges we face. These charmingContinue reading “Holiday Cookies”
Thai Red Curry Soup
My daughter sent me this recipe, she tried it first and was so happy with it, and the cold fall nights were the perfect time to try it. I admit, I had to do a little shopping because there were a few things that I don’t regularly keep on hand, but it was worth aContinue reading “Thai Red Curry Soup”
Tip to Tail Gourmet 