Matthew 28:1-10 After the Sabbath, at dawn on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to look at the tomb. There was a violent earthquake, for an angel of the Lord came down from heaven and, going to the tomb, rolled back the stone and sat on it. His [...]
Recipes can be for more than just food, although, food is always important for any party. This past week we celebrated my 2nd granddaughter’s 1st birthday and here is the recipe for not only one of the best birthday cakes ever, but, the ingredients for an all around pretty pink party! First and most important [...]
Though I am a California girl, I grew up in a small rural town, not on the trendy West Coast of California, therefore, I was not exposed early to fine or fashionable foods. It was pretty much down home cooking at our house. It is interesting how the preparation of food has changed over the [...]
It takes great ingredients to make a great recipe. The same is true of any celebration, it takes planning and attention to detail to make it tasteful and successful. It is so satisfying to see your guests enjoy a great meal and the same is true when you know your guests have enjoyed your celebration. Not [...]
This recipe is a three generation recipe. I learned the basics from my mom, made a few changes, and now, my daughter, Christa, has added the orange zest and red pepper flakes for extra flavor. It just keeps getting better and better. Sweet & Sour Sauce Recipe 1/2 Cup Water 1/2 Cup Rice Wine Vinegar [...]
As a child I hated meatloaf. After growing up and being forced on a few occasions to eat (or at least pretend to eat) meatloaf other than my moms, I realized that her meatloaf was not as bad as the average meatloaf. Then, as I began cooking on my own, I learned how to take mom’s [...]
Last Thanksgiving, 2009, I posted recalling how much work my mother and other mothers in her era worked to host a family Thanksgiving dinner. I just can’t begin planning, shopping, cooking and not think fondly about my mom. This will be my first Thanksgiving since my mother passed away on June 9th of this year. Though [...]
