Outdoor Cabin Projects
Our recent Outdoor Cabin Projects included a front walkway and stairs on the back side of the cabin. In the backyard, there is a deep downward slope where the backyard […]
Tellico Plains Amish Farmers’ Market
Steve and I went to the local Tellico Plains Amish Farmers’ Market today. Look what I came back with, jackpot! Watch for my next dish, which will feature some of […]
Read More →Slow-Roasting And Reverse-Searing Beef Tenderloin
Slow-roasting and reverse-searing a beef tenderloin is my preferred method for cooking this cut of meat. Recently, I saw two ends of a beef tenderloin at the grocery store. The […]
Read More →Stuffed Bell Peppers With Tomato Jus
I recently made my husband my Stuffed Bell Peppers With Tomato Jus, and he loved it. The name may sound fancy, but it’s super easy to make. Watch for this […]
Read More →Landscaping My New Log Cabin And Yard
Hydrangeas and Crepe Myrtles border the front of my yard. When I moved in, the Crepe Myrtles weren’t there. The reason I planted them where I did is to provide […]
Read More →Burrata With Passion Fruit And Wild Blackberries
My Burrata With Passion Fruit And Wild Blackberries is a beautiful sight. This dish is an awesome appetizer to serve your family and friends. My husband is always collecting […]
Read More →My New Updated Kitchen
It’s been a year since my husband, Steve, and I moved into our log cabin in the mountains of Tennessee. This is My New Updated Kitchen, and below is the […]
Read More →Pork Wellington
My Pork Wellington and how this dish came to be. You’re not going to believe this, but I was in the kitchen and heard that commercial about the three “P’s.” […]
Read More →Homemade Sofrito In A Jar
My Homemade Sofrito In A Jar is a convenient way to make cooking quick and easy. Many dishes require a “base,” whether it’s a Mirepoix, the Holy Trinity for Cajun […]
Read More →Pickled Red Onions
I love to keep Pickled Red Onions in my fridge at all times. They are great for so many dishes, like tacos, pulled pork sandwiches, or as a side garnish. […]
Read More →Fettuccine Alfredo Or Fettuccine Alfredo With Chicken Milanese
I love Fettuccine Alfredo, but I topped it with my Chicken Milanese, and this dish becomes even more amazing. Your family and friends will love this dish! Please visit the […]
Read More →Wild Blackberry Cobbler
As you’ll know, my husband and I now live on a mountain in Tennessee. As we’re making changes to the inside and outside of our home, life has […]
Read More →Bella Collina
It was my husband Steve’s birthday last April, and we were invited out to lunch at Bella Collina to celebrate with our dear friend Wes Reed, with Reed Family Wealth […]
Read More →Welcome To The Cabin
Welcome To The Cabin. Well, we’ve finally come to the day we both officially retire. We’ve bought a cabin and are moving to the mountains. I wanted to tell my […]
Read More →Mojo Marinade
I want to talk a little bit about my Mojo Marinade. I’ve looked at a lot of Mojo recipes, and most of them are done in a blender, and that’s […]
Read More →Chicken Stroganoff
It’s super cold outside today, so I wanted to try something a little different. I thought I’d do a twist on the classic Beef Stroganoff, which I’ve done before using […]
Read More →British Spice Blend
This homemade British Spice Blend is an awesome alternative whenever a spice blend is called for in any cake, pudding, or mixed spice baking recipe. This flavorful blend includes […]
Read More →Provençal-style Baked Chilean Sea Bass
Melissa has just come home for a visit and is staying at a rental home close to me. I’m excited to get into the kitchen and make a great home-cooked […]
Read More →Christini’s Ristorante Italiano
It’s become a yearly tradition, when Melissa comes home to visit, to treat ourselves to a great dining experience. Christini’s Ristorante Italiano was one I don’t think we’ll ever forget. […]
Read More →Bull & Bear In The Waldorf Astoria, Orlando
On Melissa’s last visit home, we were still under certain restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Restaurants were open, masks and social distancing were both still required. Except for 2020, […]
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Bulla-Gastrobar
If traveling to Spain is out of reach for you, at this time in your life, Orlando has given us the next best thing, Bulla-gastrobar.
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