Grilled corn on the cob is a summertime favorite at our house. Tastes like summer and it is cooked outside, what's more to love than that? Sometimes, however, I need a simple method to get it done. While the Mexican Street Corn we made last year is spectacular, sometimes I … [Read more...] about The Simplest Grilled Corn on the Cob
Meals
Bechamel: a Versatile White Sauce
Despite the funny french name that makes it sound way fancier than it is, Bechamel is just the most basic white sauce. But "basic white sauce" doesn't have the same ring to it, so we will keep with the fancy french name. Either way, memorize how to make this creamy sauce base, as … [Read more...] about Bechamel: a Versatile White Sauce
No Cilantro Guacamole
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Guacamole is that delicious avocado dip featured at a whole bunch of tex-mex restaurants around the country. Good guacamole is something to remember and rave about later, while bad guacamole is usually still worth … [Read more...] about No Cilantro Guacamole
Secrets to a Great Quesadilla
The Quesadilla is a wonderful meal to make for your family. Why? Because it is simple enough for the kids to enjoy, tasty enough to be looked forward to, and you can fill it with enough ingredients to make it a complete meal. Making sure to use the techniques in this article, … [Read more...] about Secrets to a Great Quesadilla
Pesto- The Taste of Summer
Pesto is an amazing summertime flavor that gets added to a bunch of different dishes. The basil just sings when added to anything tomato, and the saltiness of the parmesan cheese is a wonderful balance to the basil's sweetness. Great for pasta, sandwiches, and making the … [Read more...] about Pesto- The Taste of Summer