Category: Food

This meal was inspired by my wonderful friends Mary and Jamie, who cooked us a mean veggie quesadilla when we were on vacation in the Outer Banks last summer. And I discovered that they are just as good for breakfast as they are for dinner! Ingredients 1 package soy-based “crumbles” (we like Trader Joe’s Meatless … Continue reading “Yummy Stuff: Vegetarian Quesadillas with Guacamole”

Ah, cream puffs! The dessert that impresses everyone, yet is easy enough for anyone to make! Really! I used pre-made chocolate sauce (King’s Cupboard from Whole Foods) and sprinkled a dusting of powdered sugar on top to make them look extra fancy. Here is my recipe: Cream Puffs (makes about 12 pastries) 1/2 cup water 1/2 … Continue reading “Yummy Stuff: Cream Puffs”

Stuffed shells before baking I think I’m on an Italian kick lately. First the meatballs, now stuffed shells! Against all common sense, my boys refused to eat this, but it was a favorite of mine (and my siblings) as a child. I altered the recipe a bit to make a delightful comfort food for a … Continue reading “Yummy Stuff: Stuffed Shells”

This is a super-sweet cookie recipe that we can only get away with once a year. It has been in my family for who knows how long, so I don’t know the original source of the recipe. If anyone knows, please leave info in the comments so I can give credit where credit is due. … Continue reading “Yummy Stuff: Valentine Cookies”

Meatballs used to be one of those foods that I was too intimidated to make. They seemed better suited to Italian grandmas who stooped over big pots in the kitchen all day. Until I listened to a radio program I get absolutely giddy about (The Splendid Table on NPR). It was a while ago, but one … Continue reading “Yummy Stuff: 30-Minute Meatballs”