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It’s no secret – at least to those of us sane people who like tomatoes – that one of the best summer lunches is a good ol’ BLT. Toasted bread, crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, crunchy bacon…it just doesn’t get any better than that. During a recent texting conversation with my blogging sounding board, it was [...] Related posts: Cobb Salad, Revisited {Guest Post}
I know I promised you a savory recipe last week. I accidentally lied. I say “accidentally” because I really did intend to give you my great-grandmother’s pimento cheese recipe at the end of last week. But has anyone else noticed that life has the fun habit of not going quite according to plan most of [...] Related posts: Sweet Potato Cupcakes Jam-Filled Buttermilk Cupcakes with
I know I totally bombarded you with desserts last week. Angel food cake with lemon curd. Coconut cake. Deliciousness (and a sugar coma) abounds. Buuuuuut…I’m totally not done bombarding you with desserts. Hang in there with me for just one more bit of lemony goodness? And then I promise to give your sweet tooth (and [...] Related posts: Raspberry Lemon Bars Coconut-Lemon Meltaways Mon
Happy Friday, loves! Before I jump into talking about cake and giveaways, I want to make a quick little mention. Tomorrow – that would be Saturday, May 11, 2013 – I am joining My Daily Find Chicago and some of Chicago’s best bloggers, writers, and foodies for the 4th Annual Chicago Pop-Up Bake Sale benefitting [...] Related posts: Treats for Santa: Coconut Cream Tarts Angel Food
When my great-grandmother got married, she knew how to make exactly two things: fried chicken and angel food cake. How these were the only two things she knew how to cook, we will never know, but the angel food cake was pretty convenient, given that it was my great-grandfather’s favorite dessert. All these years later, [...] Related posts: A very Joy the Baker post: Peanut Butter Cake and a
Consider this “Mother’s Day Dessert Week” here on EYHO. I know that a lot of times the focus gets put on brunch for Mother’s Day, but I think by now you may have figured out that my family has a tendency to shift our focus to dessert more than anything else. And so this week [...] Related posts: Raspberry Lemon Bars Coconut-Lemon Meltaways Monday Breakfast Series: Lemon Co
For someone who majored in Spanish, I have never really paid much attention to Cinco de Mayo. I don’t think there is really any particular reason; you would think that any day that encourages drinking plenty of margaritas and eating lots of Mexican would be at the top of my list. And yet, I seem [...] Related posts: Black Bean Soup Potato Salad with Dijon and Green Beans Slow Cooker Vegetar
Holy moly, you guys, I am so, so, SO excited for today’s post because I am introducing what I think will be a fun new series for y’all: Friends First. On the first of each month, I will be introducing you to one of my favorite blogger friends and you’ll get to hear directly from [...] Related posts: Stupid-Easy Pesto Salmon Sweet Onion, Asparagus and Goat Cheese Quiche Mushroom
Remember when I teased you with this photo on Instagram and Facebook? I know, it was mean to make you wait so long for the recipe. But trust me, this one was well worth the wait. I honestly wasn’t sure if I would be able to successfully recreate Velveeta Shells and Cheese without all of [...] Related posts: Autumn harvest macaroni and cheese Pasta with Sun-dried Tomatoes, Basil and Feta Che
Hey, all! Happy Friday! After a couple of tenuous weeks (all of the nationwide events of last week and the horrendous flooding in my hometown this week have me mentally drained, to tell the truth), it’s nice to be heading into another weekend. What exciting things do y’all have planned? Let me live vicariously through [...] Related posts: Friday Obsession List Mommy Page Interview Bla
I’m having a staring contest with the blank WordPress screen. The blank WordPress screen is winning. But really, what can I say about these rolls that their name doesn’t already say for them? Buttery. Sourdough. Rolls. Continue reading: Buttery Sourdough Rolls Related posts: Cinnamon Raisin Sourdough Bread Frosted Orange Rolls Rustic Sourdough Bread
A couple of weeks ago I saw this post on Pinch of Yum. Do I even need to say that I had Mexican chicken on the brain for days? Of course I did. If there is anything we like ’round these parts, it would be recipes that are easy (hello, crockpot!) and make great leftovers. [...] Related posts: Fiesta Chicken Enchiladas and Mexican Rice Black Bean Soup Chicken and Smoked Sausage Stew
Today I want to take a few moments to talk with you guys about a topic that is very important and close to my heart. Y’all with me? My senior year of college, I had a class with a {very} tall blonde named Erin, and in no time at all we were practically attached at [...] Related posts: Mediterranean Pizza Spinach and Kale Pesto Thai Chicken Pizza
A former college professor of mine recently reminded me of a very important fact: fruit pie season is upon us. And, indeed, with the first appearances of my beloved rhubarb gracing the produce stands – which will soon lead to deep red strawberries, plump blueberries, tart-sweet blackberries, and juicy peaches – he is correct. With [...] Related posts: Three Apple Pie Pecan Raisin Pie Back to Basi
Some days are hard. Some days you get to the end of the day and all you want out of life is a big.bowl.of.carbs. If that big bowl of carbs is augmented with roasted garlic, buttermilk, chives, and goat cheese…well, that might be just what you need to reboot and head into the next day [...] Related posts: Sweet Onion, Asparagus and Goat Cheese Quiche Tomato Scallion Shortcakes with Whipped G
Sometimes I cook to the seasons: fruits, veggies, holiday-appropriate dishes. Sometimes I cook to my cravings: pasta, bread, more pasta, potatoes, more bread. Occasionally, I get the chance to do both: Green Pasta Salad. Has your grocery store been stocking fresh English peas? Trader Joe’s has had them in stock, and I’ve been taking advantage [...] Related posts: Creamy Mediterranean
Remember my parents’ recent influx of beef into their freezer? I’m still cooking my way through my share. I apologize in advance to those who aren’t big on red meat – I’ve got to make room in my own freezer before I can start focusing on chicken or fish, but I promise we’ll get there. [...] Related posts: Cidered Beef Stew Chicken and Smoked Sausage Stew Easy S
This picture has nothing really to do with this post, other than I like it because, well, I’m a crazy cat lady. Video you need to watch #1: This love story, filmed by my friends Keith and Tiffany at Forward//Motion Production. The man in this video passed away this past Thursday (less than a month [...] No related posts.
Oh, what was that spring? You’re on your way? You’re almost here? You’re just running a bit late? I’m sorry, I couldn’t hear you. My winter coat, long pants, and close-toed shoes must be affecting my hearing. Until spring gets its you-know-what together and decides to actually show up – not just tease me with [...] Related posts: Chicken and Smoked Sausage Stew
After every holiday, I feel like I need a day or two to recover. Certainly this has nothing to do with the fact that my mother and I prepared 8 pounds of lamb and a 13×9-inch pan of sweet potato gratin {recipe coming soon} – plus rolls, asparagus, and dessert – for 3 people this [...] Related posts: Vegan Sourdough Banana Bread Monday Breakfast Series: Overnight Oats Chocolate-Co
Time to get real with y’all again: I have changed employment situations…again. As it turns out, being a barista was so not for me. Props to those who love it – I really wanted to! But there was just something about the job that made me chronically unhappy. And so, back to square one. Tuesday I [...] Related posts: Cinnamon Raisin Sourdough Bread Rustic Sourdough Bread Kathleen&#
Today, friends, I have the honor of being featured by the lovely Rachel of Rachel Cooks in her wildly popular “A Day in the Life” series! Every week, Rachel interviews a different food blogger to get the down ‘n dirty about their daily life and gets to know the blogger behind the food – [...] Related posts: Just for Fun: Pay it Forward {Blogger Challenge} Mommy Page
Friends are for emailing when you’ve found the perfect color nail polish and just have to tell someone. Friends are for sending rant-filled texts when your computer’s hard drive takes a nose-dive and you can’t seem to access your back-up files. Friends are for taking you out for drinks to celebrate quitting a job you [...] Related posts: Blueberry Peach Pie {Guest Post} Peach Gi
Here comes Peter Cottontail, hoppin’ down the bunny trail; Hippity-hoppity, Easter’s on it’s waaaaaay… I’m sorry. I couldn’t help myself. I am my mother’s child, after all. Those of you who know both of us are shaking your heads in exhausted agreement right now. I have an early Easter surprise for all of you: Today [...] Related posts: Apple Dumplings Hom
When I get a recipe in my head, there’s no resting until I make it happen. These apple dumplings came about in exactly that way: I found myself, somewhat out of the blue, with a craving for apple dumplings. And to top it off, I just knew I could do better than using canned biscuit [...] Related posts: Fruit and Berry Cobbler Three Apple Pie Sweet Potato Caramel Apple Bread Pudding
There are few things in this world as annoying as being in the middle of a recipe and suddenly realizing…you are completely out of a key ingredient. Some people might give you a lecture about being more diligent about actually having a grocery list and putting things on said list before you run out…but since [...] Related posts: Back to Basics: Reading Recipes (Part 1: The Ingredients) Back to Ba
I have a confession to make: My new job is making me lazy. Exhibit A: After being on my feet for 8 hours, I come home exhausted. Doing anything aside from collapsing in bed sounds like a monumental feat. And that’s if I haven’t gone to the gym after work. Phew. Exhibit B: Due to where [...] Related posts: Momma’s Baked Rice Pudding Coconut-Lemon Meltaways Treats for Santa: Cocon
Growing up, my mother made it a point to cook dinner for our family every night. Eating out was rare, eating dinner together was a nightly ritual. My first memory of having a frozen pizza? High school. And I’m fairly certain it was at my boyfriend’s house. I was in college before I figured out [...] Related posts: Mediterranean Pizza Chicken Paprika with Whole Wheat Dumplings Fiesta C
Guys, it’s March. I don’t know what the climate is like where you live, but around here (Chicago), things are still pretty gray. And cold. And snowy. Why do I still live in the Midwest? I find myself in need of summer fruit. But until the weather warms up and the first strawberry plants start [...] Related posts: {Guest Post} Peach Gingersnap Tarts Magic ice cream Blood Orange and Alm
I feel like I say this every month, but…where the heck did this month go? I know that technically February is a short month, but you wouldn’t think that two days would make such a drastic difference in how quickly a month seems to fly by. And since it is the last day [...] Related posts: Foodie Pen Pals: January Reveal Foodie Pen Pals: May Reveal Foodie Pen Pals: June Re
I am writing this post instead of watching the Oscars. I can’t handle missing an episode of The Bachelor (I mean, could you?), but I haven’t seen enough of the nominated movies to make watching the Oscars really worth my while. I am choosing not to contemplate too much on what this might mean about my priorities. [...] Related posts: Rustic Sourdough Bread Cinnamon Raisin Bagels Almon
A few weeks ago, I had the privilege to have some new head shots taken by my friend Julie from Jared and Julie Photography. I have known Julie since we were in junior high, and have loved watching her talent and eye for photography develop into a growing business with her husband Jared. I had [...] No related posts.
Remember earlier this week when I told you to hang on to your sloppy joe leftovers? Now you find out why! Growing up, my mom would often make sloppy joes for dinner one night, and then the next night would turn the leftovers into spaghetti sauce. This is a great way to re-purpose leftovers – [...] Related posts: Sloppy Joes Mushroom Ravioli with Sundried Tomato Cream Sauce Pepperoni Rolls w
1.) The Fault in Our Stars by John Green – I read one of John Green’s earlier novels, Looking for Alaska, during my senior year of college upon the insistence of my roommate at the time. I bought The Fault in Our Stars this past weekend upon the insistence of another college friend. {It is beyond me why [...] Related posts: Stuff I’m loving right now Things I’m loving righ
I feel like sloppy joes are one of those overlooked comfort foods. I mean, they certainly don’t upstage foods like mashed potatoes or mac and cheese or chicken pot pie (read: carb overload foods), but they do deserve a comfort food mention. Your mom probably made them on weeknights while you were growing up, maybe [...] Related posts: Balsamic Pot Roast Southwestern Style Veggie Burgers Bar
Happy Valentine’s Day! I hope you remembered to plan ahead with your dessert…but with all of that planning ahead, you may have woken up in the middle of the night and realized that you forgot to make treats for someone! Maybe it is your child’s teacher, your hair dresser, your personal trainer, or just your [...] Related posts: Chocolate Chocolate Cookies Treats for Santa: Cocon
I’ve mentioned before that my maternal grandmother is originally from Mississippi, and that when I was 10, my family took a trip to New Orleans and my grandmother’s hometown of Brookhaven, Mississippi. While I have grown up on some southern staples – grits, bread pudding, and the “correct” kind of cornbread (read: not sweet) – [...] Related posts: Baked Crab Su
Hey. Y’all. Valentine’s Day is in a week. Were you aware? I mean, anyone who shops at Target on a regular basis has been bombarded by heart-shaped everything since January 2nd… Have you decided what you are making for your sweetheart yet? I know that chocolate and heart-shaped desserts are traditional for Valentine’s Day, but [...] Related posts: Tarta de Santiago: Galicia
Remember how I quit my job last week? And did so without having another job lined up? By the end of the week, I had not one, but two job offers. Now, neither of these job offers were likely to make me a millionaire. One was a front-of-house bakery job, the other a barista position [...] Related posts: Fig Butter Treats for Santa: Coconut Cream Tarts {Guest Post} Peach Gingersnap Tarts
Photo courtesy of Sarcastic Cooking I don’t know about you guys, but when I was growing up, Girl Scout cookie time was big business. All three of us had a different favorite, and we were willing to hunt down any Girl Scout that crossed our paths to make sure that we got those danged cookies. [...] Related posts: Treats for Santa: Fruitcake Cookies Sweetheart Cookies Cinnamon Cranberry Pinwh
After taking a few months off, it’s that time again: time for another Foodie Pen Pals reveal! If you are unfamiliar with the Foodie Pen Pals program, it is a program that connects bloggers and blog readers from around the country (and Canada and Europe, too!). On the 5th of the month you receive [...] Related posts: Foodie Pen Pals: May Reveal Foodie Pen Pals: August Reveal Foodie Pe
This morning I did something that, until this moment, completely terrified me. This morning I handed in my letter of resignation at work. I do not have anything officially lined up for when I leave. It was absolutely one of the biggest leaps of faith that I have ever taken. Yet I am standing firm [...] Related posts: Figure-Friendly Baked Potato Soup Guest Post: Cauliflower Beer Soup Black Bean S
This week has been an adventure in learning all about yeast and sourdough, and one that has been building up to this: making your first loaf of sourdough bread! Very traditional sourdough bread recipes utilize only the yeast in the starter to leaven the bread, a process which takes a very long time because the [...] Related posts: Back to Basics: Sourdough Pan de muertos: Day of the Dead Bread Tr
Earlier this week we talked about yeast: what it is, how it works, and the differences between types of yeast. Today we are going to continue that lesson by learning about sourdough. Sourdough is a special type of dough that differs from other yeast dough in that it contains naturally occurring yeasts (as opposed to [...] Related posts: Back to Basics: Yeast Back to Basics: Reading Recipes (Part
It’s time for another installation of everyone’s favorite series…Back to Basics! For those of you who are just joining us, this is a series that will cover a variety of topics, but all of them will deal with cooking or baking situations that, although they seem like they might be intuitive, can actually be quite [...] Related posts: Back to Basics: Reading Recipes {Part 2: The Instructions} Back
Just before Christmas I took some time out of the hectic craziness that so often accompanies the holidays and spent an afternoon cooking and baking with my friend Stef. Well, Stef and her pug, Weezer. Can’t forget our sous chef and wanna-be-taste-tester. It was the perfect afternoon to relax, laugh, and recharge – something I [...] Related posts: Sweet Onion, Asparagus and Goat Cheese
This is the time of year when I start to feel a little sorry for myself whenever I walk through the produce section at the grocery store. Don’t get me wrong, I enjoy citrus and apples as much as anyone else, but I always still miss the beautiful fruits of summer. But the one piece [...] Related posts: Salted Caramel Pecan Greek Yogurt Cheesecake Lemony Greek Yogurt Cheesecake Monday Breakfa
I’m trying to watch The Bachelor while I write this. Scratch that. I’m trying to write this while I watch The Bachelor. I’m sorry if images of Sean with his shirt off cause me to not be quite as articulate as normal. In fact, you know what? Let’s just get to the recipe. What we’ve [...] Related posts: {Guest Post} Light Kale Caesar Salad Stupid-Easy Pesto Salmon Chic
It’s the new year! And that’s all I’ll say about that. Trust me, you’ve read it all already anyway, and I’m sure you’re tired of it at this point. So let’s just move on with our post-holiday recovery, shall we? You can’t kid me – you might want to lose some of that holiday weight, [...] Related posts: Chicken and Smoked Sausage Stew Curried Tu
2012. What a year it has been. A year full of changes, love, and friendships – both old and new. It’s been a good – though also trying – year. And so, as we get ready to ring in 2013 tonight, I thought I would share a few snippets of what my life looked like [...] Related posts: {Winner announced!} One year blogiversary {and a giveaway}! She Reads Truth
