Benedictine or Benedictine Spread is a condiment made with cucumbers, onions and cream cheese. It is used to make cucumber sandwiches and was invented around the turn of the 20th century by Jennie Carter Benedict, a caterer and restaurateur in Louisville, Kentucky. Benedict opened her restaurant in 1893. It was there that she invented and […]
Delicious Glazed Lemon Zucchini Bread Recipe that is soft, moist, filled with grated zucchini and lemon juice and topped with a lemony glaze. 2 cups cake flour 1/2 tsp salt 2 tsp baking powder 2 eggs 1/2 cup canola oil 1 1/3 cup sugar 2 tbsp lemon juice 1/2 cup buttermilk 1 lemon zest 1 […]
This is a quick pickle beet and the perfect recipe for the newbie to try their hand at preparing. It’s not your typical pickled beet because it doesn’t require all the spices. This one will get your taste buds excited and may lead you to try the traditional ones. My favorite way to eat these pickled […]
Also known as Bohemian squash or sweet potato squash, delicata has a rich yellow flesh and a buttery, sweet-corn like taste. The skin is edible and delicious as well. Low in calories and high in fiber, delicata is a good source of vitamin A. There are so many ways you could flavor this squash. Below […]
The splash of vodka works as a flavor enhancer, adding a little jolt to the creamy sauce. This was one of Kenny’s favorite meatless Monday meals. I served with a small salad and garlic bread. 8 ounces uncooked fettuccine 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 pound fresh asparagus spears, cut into 2-inch pieces 3/4 teaspoon kosher […]
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Homemade apple muffins recipe with walnuts is a welcome addition to your morning, everybody loves homemade goodies, and these muffins are no exception! 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup granulated sugar 3 teaspoons baking powder 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 eggs 3/4 cup milk 1 large apple, peeled, cored, and […]
This makes an excellent breakfast bread or a light dinner dessert by adding some vanilla ice-cream. Made some for Kenny this morning, over half is already gone. 1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine, softened 1 cup sugar 3 eggs 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda […]
If you are over run with zucchini, you may want to try this creamy and tangy Middle Eastern zucchini dip recipe, also known as Koosa Ma Laban, is best served with baked pita chips or crunchy vegetables. 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 medium zucchini, diced 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1/2 cup low-fat or […]
Old-fashioned, delicious and easy to make describes this yummy dessert. It’s wonderful served with ice cream. 6 cups sliced peeled ripe peaches 1/4 cup packed brown sugar 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon TOPPING: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup sugar 1 teaspoon baking […]