My failed trip to a new restaurant claiming to be a barbecue joint inspired me to repost this. It seems this so-called BBQ place only served ribs, pulled pork and ham. It is appalling and should be illegal to call one's-self a barbecue restaurant and not even attempt to serve real BBQ. Originally posted February … Continue reading Repost: What is Barbecue?
Top 10: More Household tips
I am kind of late in getting hooked on Pinterest. I like how easy it is to find interesting recipes, cool ideas for the house or even household tips. Thought I would share some of my favorites I've discovered. #10: Space-saver hang drying -- We have several shirts that we hang dry and it seems … Continue reading Top 10: More Household tips
Alergy Alert: WingStop
Went to a Wingstop in the Orlando area recently that was proudly sporting the Coca-Cola Freestyle drink machine. The concept of the machine is great but it isn't allergy friendly. The safe drink options were rather limited tea or pay by the bottle for IBC. I like both but with wings I know want soda … Continue reading Alergy Alert: WingStop
Allergy Safe Dining Out
One of my biggest fears and frustrations when dining out is finding a restaurant that is allergy friendly. There are 4 chains that I think are the least allergy friendly: McDonald's, Cracker Barrel, Moe's Southwest Grill and Willy's. The problem I have with Cracker Barrel is not the food but the garnish used on the … Continue reading Allergy Safe Dining Out
Tres Leche
This may not be authentic it but is my version and allergy friendly. Well at least to my allergies. I adapted the basic cake recipe from Cooking Light. I usually make the cake a day or 2 in advance and allow the milk to soak in overnight. About 2 hours before serving I add the … Continue reading Tres Leche
Dr Pepper Cake with Cherry Dr Pepper Frosting
My recipe is based on a recipe I found on Pinterest, The recipe sounded great however I couldn't use the recipe due to allergies. So I adapted the basic cake recipe from Cooking Light. DR PEPPER CAKE 3 1/2 cups sifted cake flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 … Continue reading Dr Pepper Cake with Cherry Dr Pepper Frosting
Chicken Taco Pizza
Ingredients Pizza crust Cornmeal Pizza Sauce -- Instructions for pizza sauce are at the top Salsa Chicken taco filling Shredded Mexican blend cheese tomatoes -- diced green onions -- sliced black olives -- sliced lettuce -- shredded Form pizza crust. I find rolling the ball of dough in cornmeal and dusting the pan with cornmeal … Continue reading Chicken Taco Pizza
The Dee Zone 