As a family we try to eat a variety of food each week, straying from the meat and potatoes that Ole grew up on or the spaghetti with meat sauce that could be found on my childhood dinner table on a weekly basis. We strive to make our food life interesting, nutritious and … [Read more...] about Tilapia with a Basic White Sauce to Round Out the Week
Recipes
Baked Beans, the Basics
Disclaimer by Shaina: Yep, I saw them over here on PW, and I even told Ole that she blogged his recipe that he was working on. However, you're still getting them, and heck, maybe it'll help you with some of the measurement amounts. The following is a post by Ole, who made baked … [Read more...] about Baked Beans, the Basics
Creamy Tomato Basil Soup and Basil Grilled Cheese
Some things are worth it. Be it time, distance or price, some things are just worth the effort. This entry covers all the bases. Get comfortable. I have a lot to say...as does Ole. While we were in California this year on a trip back to Martinelli, one of our favorite … [Read more...] about Creamy Tomato Basil Soup and Basil Grilled Cheese
Steak au Poivre – The Showstopper
Steak au Poivre is one of those gorgeous meals that fills the house, is showy to make in front of guests and makes you want to curl into the couch after dinner, completely content and satisfied. Tenderloin filets are pan fried and then added to a rich, creamy pepper sauce. … [Read more...] about Steak au Poivre – The Showstopper
Gingered Orange Shortbread and Challenge Dairy
Finally, I share my shortbread for all the world to see. You can just add this to the list of things I have failed or fallen short at recently. It belongs right there next to purchasing pants that actually fit my growing 5-year-old and scrubbing my floor. You see, I made and … [Read more...] about Gingered Orange Shortbread and Challenge Dairy
