Rosemary-Feta Burgers

Burgers are one of our favorite things to grill. OK, maybe mine is actually steak but burgers fit our budget better. For Memorial Day I made Rosemary-Feta Burgers on homemade buns with grilled veggies. Oh yes and for dessert we had grilled bananas. One of the things I like about the grill is that it … Continue reading Rosemary-Feta Burgers

Need a laugh?

Check out this recipe for ice cubes on Food.com. Be sure to read the comments.A few of my favorite comments:I harvest my own free-range water, so the idea of putting it in a plastic tray and a commercially made electricity-wasting freezer disgusts me. I prefer nature's method, waiting until the temperature outside drops below freezing.This … Continue reading Need a laugh?

Memorial Day

I Fought for You Thank you to all who have and are serving this country.

Blueberry Lemonade

One of my favorite drinks is lemonade and The Big Guy loves blueberries. I got a good deal on some local blueberries at a local market this past weekend. They local blueberries made the pre-packaged kind look puny. I really prefer local produce when possible. Oh and of course, I'm still breaking in the Ninja. … Continue reading Blueberry Lemonade

Baptist Disaster Relief

On Tuesday NBC News anchor Brian Williams and reporter Harry Smith mentioned what they called the Faith-Based FEMA or Baptist Men. Smith added, "As you and I have seen in so many different places in this country, if you're waiting for the government, you're going to be in for an awful long wait. The Baptist … Continue reading Baptist Disaster Relief

Salsa Fresco

I was looking for ways to try out my new Ninja. We were having fajita's for lunch. Ingredients: 3-4 tomatoes depending on size and amount desired 1/4-1/2 small onion 1-2 jalapenos -- seeded juice from 1/2 lime Cumin -- start with a teaspoon (eating kind not measuring) fill most of the bowl. Add more to … Continue reading Salsa Fresco

Attack of the Ninja

Ok, so now that I have your attention.  Look what The Big Guy got me last week. Our blender belonged to my Grandmother and can be difficult to use. Think it might be from the late 60's or early 70's, guess it is just old and cantankerous. I've didn't food processor. I have a mini … Continue reading Attack of the Ninja