Cooking a balanced meal can be rather challenging, especially if you are not used to doing it. For my family, I have simplified the process to something that is easy to follow and gets healthy meals on the table, most of the time. You can use this method to get your family meals … [Read more...] about Planning a Balanced Meal
February 2021 in Review
February Headline February was a short, brutal month with record cold ruining a good portion of it. It also had Mardi Gras in the middle of it, so I set about crafting a recipe in celebration. I have found that cooking for the upcoming holidays is much more rewarding than … [Read more...] about February 2021 in Review
Homemade Pork Seasoning
Ah seasoning, that special layer that can change a dish from Cajun to Southwest to Asian in flavor. This seasoning definitely made me and the whole family say, "Holy crap, this is good!" So, I thought I'd record it here for safekeeping and to share with everyone! As an … [Read more...] about Homemade Pork Seasoning
Perfect Seared Pork Chops
Seared Pork Chops are a go-to in the winter at our house. Easy enough to whip together and a hot skillet on cold evenings is a great way to get the chill out of the air. However, poorly cooked pork is pretty terrible, so this recipe is aimed at getting it right every time. Part … [Read more...] about Perfect Seared Pork Chops
Simple Shrimp Stock
Shrimp stock is an unnecessary ingredient in our kitchen. Since shrimp can be a bit pricey compared to chicken or vegetables, we usually save shrimp for special occasions. Now, if we are eating shrimp, I always try to get used out of every part of the little ocean bugs. That's … [Read more...] about Simple Shrimp Stock