by Cindy Alldredge | Feb 13, 2023 | Baking, Cookies, Dessert, Valentine's Day
Years ago while visiting my son on the Upper West side of Manhattan I came across this basement bakery. I bought a chocolate chip walnut cookie, and it was the best part of my trip thus far. It was warm and the chocolate was still melted and it was chock full of nuts....
by Cindy Alldredge | Feb 10, 2023 | Dinner, Lunch, New Years, Party Time, Pizza, Sandwiches, Snacks, Super Bowl, Uncategorized
On a cold winter’s day on our little farm in Dixon, Illinois, I was scrounging for something to make for dinner. I found some frozen bread dough in the freezer and our version of Stromboli was born. It was a major hit. Here is what we like about it: It’s...
by Cindy Alldredge | Jan 25, 2023 | potatoes, side dish
This is a magical version of mashed potatoes that you won’t soon forget. Butter, cream, garlic, fresh herbs and goat cheese! What could be better! Serve with any special meal or just eat them all by themselves! I saw Jack Cohen @jackcohen make these on IG and...
by Cindy Alldredge | Jan 25, 2023 | Chicken, Dinner, Uncategorized, Valentine's Day
Chicken Piccata is a dish that makes me happy when I am sad. It’s just the kind of meal that will make your day better. I would totally classify this as a comfort food because it just IS. But it is also quite elegant and would be beautiful served at any special...
by Cindy Alldredge | Jan 18, 2023 | Appetizers, Dinner, Party Time, potatoes, St. Patrick’s Day
Crispy potato slices topped with bacon and cheese…what could be better? These were actually created at Gilligans Bar and Grill in Texas in 1979. Soo…they aren’t exactly Irish but they are made with potatoes, so it works. I have no idea if they have...
