First Rhubarb Pie of the Season I know spring is really here when Rhubarb is available.  I look forward every year to my first rhubarb pie. I planted my own Rhubarb late 2010. Last year I was able to pick some rhubarb, but not until a little later in the season. But this year I have…

Fresh turkeys were on for a really good price over Easter.  So I bought two small fresh turkeys, both just under 10 pounds each, and froze them.    Pulled one out Sunday to defrost.   I presalted the turkey Monday night and wrapped tightly with plastic wrap.   Tuesday night I unwrapped the turkey and left it uncovered…

Another Bake Day………. I have such an appreciative husband.  He loves my bread. So I’ve recommitted myself to baking at least once if not twice a week.   This batch of dough was started with a Biga.I fed the Biga twice.   Started it on Monday morning thinking I would make the dough later in the day.  …

Another baking post.  I’m trying to get back again to baking all the bread we eat.    Earlier this week I kneaded up another batch of dough, started with a biga.     I baked four baguettes and then the remaining dough went into the fridge for two days. I took the dough out of the fridge…

Looking for a simple and quick to make soup????   This one was very easy and ready in about 30 minutes. No recipe needed.  I just sauted some onions, garlic, added a can of black beans  and then seasoned with cumin and chili pepper.   Added chicken broth and simmered for 20 minutes.  While the soup simmered…

Using the remainder of yesterday’s dough, I baked more baguettes .   Including one filled with Roasted Garlic and Cheddar.

Poor Moe.  I haven’t baked him bread in months. He was feeling sooooooo deprived. Can’t have that so……………………….. I made a double batch of dough and baked four baguettes. We had a late lunch.  Bread, Five Year Old Cheddar, Roasted Garlic and Olives. The remaining dough is in the fridge and I’ll either bake a…

Since Easter is right around the corner, I thought it might be timely to repost Monique’s recipe for Cream Filled Easter Eggs. I’ve been making these since 2009. Easter 2009 Easter 2011 I know that Moe, Matt and Dana  would be disappointed if I didn’t make them again this year. ****** (Following Post from Easter…