Now that it's rhubarb season...and the start of berry season, I thought a strawberry rhubarb baked oatmeal was in order. I took the baked oatmeal recipe from my Breakfast and Lunch Cookbook and gave it a few twists. And this is what I got... 3 stalks rhubarb. plus about 3 cups diced strawberries (that I froze recently.) Toss the strawberries and rhubarb … [Read more...]
Archives for June 2011
Greek Gyro
We love Greek food. I don't make it nearly as often as I'd like because it usually takes a little more effort than time allots for a regular dinner. Not to mention I usually don't have a couple of the ingredients in the pantry. This recipe however, is much faster than a normal meal and great to make when you're herding children on those busy summer evenings. I like that it's … [Read more...]
When Raspberries Are on Sale for $1, You Should…
Why I Stock Up on Raspberries & How I Use Them Later ...buy a whole bunch and freeze them. (How to Freeze Raspberries) I didn't mean to go back into Kroger this week. But I couldn't let the $1 raspberry sale pass by without taking advantage! I stopped in and picked up 15 packages, and then froze them all. Raspberry Recipes Here area few ways you can … [Read more...]
How to Cut a Kiwi
If you've never tried a kiwi, you are missing out! They have this delicious sweet tangy zing to them, and I love tossing them into fruit salads for the extra flavor! And they do well in smoothies too...love this uber healthy Green Smoothie! If you haven't tried one because you don't know how to cut it, or what to do with it, don't worry...know one will ever know! I'll … [Read more...]
Baked Eggs Recipe with Spinach, Tomatoes and Garlic
A baked egg recipe, made on a bed of spinach, tomatoes and garlic. Sounds so fancy and gourmet!!! But it's EASY...and so affordable! First up is spinach. And yes, this is a fancy and somewhat gourmet way to use up your spinach from the garden. First saute it with some garlic. Add some diced (or fresh) tomatoes. And some minced onion. Cook … [Read more...]