So, I’m not entirely sold on the concept of Valentine’s Day. The origins seem strange, I usually conjure up images of the St. Valentine’s Day massacre in Chicago, and I generally believe it is a Hallmark holiday. On that note, whether you’re making food for one person or two, here’s a delightful English dessert: Eton Mess […]
Here’s the best bloody mary in Wisconsin – the Clamdigger at The Blue Goose in Two Rivers. There’s beef jerky, string cheese, a pickle, pickled asparagus, pickled mushrooms, pickled brussel sprouts, olives, and celery. When you stop in to have one, say hello to Lynn and Goose, the owners. Oh, and plan on staying a […]
I honestly know what kills my husband about my eating habits: when he asks what I want to eat, my answer is always the same – “something healthy, cheap, and delicious.” Really, Leah? Yes, really. Even when cooking at home, that is a tough request. Following the decadence of the holiday season, this healthy and […]
In the mood for something healthy that won’t leave you starving (or groaning) when you’re done? You’re looking for quinoa. It is an amazing grain that is loaded with protein, easy to make, delicious and satisfying. Quinoa cooks just like rice, has a soft texture when cooked, and is neutral in flavor. The USDA National Nutrient Database says that […]
It kind of makes you think of that commercial – but it’s true. I am starting to get the impression that people think I never make an error, so I thought it time to put that to end. Take this evening’s dinner for example. First, there was not a lot of food in the […]
I’ve had several people find my first post aboutmacaroni and cheese, and tell me that they don’t feel confident enough to try it without a more formal recipe. I am happy to help, so I have developed this recipe from my method. Before you scoff at my adding mustard to this, it brings out the […]
Dear Fresh Figs: You are amazing. I am so sorry that Fig Newtons gave you a bad rap, and I will do everything I can to restore your reputation. Love, Leah I realize that you may question my sanity for writing a letter to figs, but I can assure you that I am slightly off. […]
This spicy asian flank steak is SO good. I do not think I need to sell this recipe any more than that because I know that once you try it, you’ll make it all the time. It is that good. The secret is cutting the finished product correctly: you can see from the photo that […]
I am so excited because I just perfected the ratatouille sandwich from Toronto! As promised, here’s the recipe. This recipe is great because it is so multi-purpose. I made the ratatouille last night to have as a side with the most amazing ribs, which left most of ratatouille for these sandwiches the next day. Choose […]
Fresh pasta can be tricky, but it is worth the time. Making pasta at home compares to nothing else you’ll have – not even the allegedly fresh pasta in the refrigerated section of the grocery store. I used the extruder attachment for my Kitchen Aid to make this spaghetti. This is the first time I […]
