Did you have a wonderful Christmas? I hope so. My family didn’t travel to East Texas and Dallas for the first time in forever. It was less stressful but we sure did miss seeing our siblings and cousins. Once the kids realized that their cooking challenged mom was going to be the one in the […]
Recipe
The Ultimate Corn on the Cob
We had the best corn on the cob at Two Steps Restaurant in San Antonio (pictured above) It isn’t exactly low calorie but it is so good. Our kids have been begging their Dad to try and duplicate it at home. They know who to ask, I have no cooking skills. We are giving it […]
Neighborly Cupcakes
I love our neighbors and our neighborhood. I got a text to borrow an egg this afternoon and sent one over by courier (a six year old) and look what we got in exchange! I would say we got the best end of this deal. I don’t think we will ever move. Russell’s daughter made […]
Texas Sheet Cake
I have been craving this cake since Saturday night. We had an impromptu picnic in the front yard with our neighbors and somewhere the topic of chocolate sheet cake came up. The kids played basketball. We ordered pizza. The parents had a glass of wine. OK, Stella and I had the wine. I have no […]
My Mother In Law’s Taco Salad
I was not blessed with a cooking gene. I don’t like it, never have and probably never will. I do have a few go to recipes for various social events that I rely on because they are so easy that I can’t even mess them up. This is one of my mother-in-law’s favorites and she is […]
Guacamole that is Super Bowl Worthy
Guacamole is not just chopped up avocados. I have the very best recipe that is sure to please your Super Bowl guests and have them begging for more. No party is complete at our house without serving up a big ‘ol bowl. Just be warned that it is very addictive and you will consume massive […]