Depending on where you're from, the name Cheesy Potatoes brings to mind a variety of dishes; Scallop Potatoes, Au Gratin Potatoes, Potato Casserole, and even Potato skins all classify as cheesy potatoes, but there's one potato dish that those in the know immediately think of, and that's the ever popular Funeral Potatoes! Nothing says Easter dinner in our home like big plate of Candied Ham & Cheesy Potatoes. The warm, gooey, cheese coated ... Read the Post...
Gift Card Egg
I have a house full of teenagers. Our once little, bouncy, bundles are now lanky, food devouring, too cool for anything, teenage boys. While there are aspects of having teenagers that I enjoy (like extra drivers to run errands for mom), one of the more frustrating aspects of having teenagers is learning to maneuver between the more grown up kid and the cherished childhood traditions. This is what led me to creating the Gift Card Egg. Creating ... Read the Post...
Ostrich Omelet
Yep! You read that right! I said Ostrich. Ostrich Egg from Ostrichland USA in Solvang, CA My nephew, Nick, texted me last weekend and asked "Auntie, if we bring home an Ostrich Egg, will you cook it?" Well, heck ya! How fun is that? My first thoughts were how can I preserve this cool egg, and what can I do to make this giant egg a unique Easter focal point? I did some research online and found you can blow out the egg just like a ... Read the Post...
Pantry Organizing
Have you even gone to the store and realized you can't remember if you have ketchup or peanut butter in your pantry? How about looking for ingredients for a recipe and realizing you're out of a key ingredient, or have 3 or 4 of the same item. An organized pantry is one of the most crucial aspects of kitchen organizing. Having a properly organized pantry can really make your life a lot less stressful. Not only does an organized pantry make ... Read the Post...