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You’ve worked hard to get where you are in life. Many hours of studying, many hours of training, many hours or learning, worrying, wondering, but here you are, a successful business person. So why not … read more»
Big title, but it says it all. With Mother’s Day in 2 days, I wanted a recipe that was very dainty and pretty, easy to make for the cook (which most likely is a Mom … read more»
Bartender, another round for my friends! Here come the strawberries. The one grand thing about springtime, which makes up for all the rain, is strawberries in all their sweet and juicy glory. Have you ever … read more»
Here we go! Let’s get ready for Summer entertaining by filling our freezer with a bunch of Frozen Mixers ready to blend up and get your party started. It’s easier than you think, and so … read more»
I have been harvesting cilantro leaves from this jar for over 3 weeks now. After reading in thekitchn the best way to store cilantro which was an experiment done by blogger Jodi over at the Vegetable … read more»
As we enter the Spring and Summer seasons, I am sure we will all be entertaining more often, right? I used to make big gooey ridiculous desserts that took me all day to create, but … read more»
I think many of us overlook dark leafy greens because we are not too sure how to cook them. Come on, you grew up eating over boiled leafy greens, or worse yet, canned greens, right? So … read more»
Didn’t see this coming! A ridiculous, slow motion, soft landing fall, but in such a way that popped my shoulder out. Weird. This happened on January 27th and here we are in May and I … read more»
Forget that I was ever a Botany teacher, Biology teacher, or General Science teacher, I still have a black thumb. I blame it on the lack of sun, deer, and blazing hot Virginia summers. But … read more»
Growing up, ricotta was reserved for making lasagna and ravioli, especially during the Holidays when all our favorite Italian dishes graced the table along with all the American dishes too. A ridiculous amount of food! … read more»
Those were the exact words that flew out of my mouth at my physical therapist when he patted me on the shoulder and basically said, “Good enough” with my recovery progress from my Left shoulder … read more»
Don’t over think Shrimp, it’s good all on it’s own dipped in a little butter, but I’ll show you how to make delicious shrimp with minimal ingredients for a quick stress-free busy week night meal. … read more»
Other than grilled, I love my veg roasted. I find roasting is a very hands off way off cooking. Prep the veggies, toss with oil, and throw them in the oven. Done. But just you … read more»
We’ll see if this one flies with Team BRK. I’m not a big hide-odd-veggies-or-fruits-in-food kind of person but I had an avocado ready to go out on me and remembered Whole Food’s recipe, Chocomole. Basically … read more»
Lately I have been doing lots of in-a-hurry cooking. Peeling here. Mashing there. Slicing here. Chopping there. I do my best to catch and use small bits of time to get things done so that … read more»
Dippy Eggs. That’s what we call eggs that have runny yolks. I prefer loosey-goosey yolks anyway, especially if there’s a few toast soldiers around for dipping. Here’s a nice marriage of the Classic Caesar Salad … read more»
Are you a carnivore? Are you busy? OK, good, then this post is for you. How would you like to have a jar or two of thinly sliced beef ready to go when you are … read more»
Last summer my son started talking to me. My first born, the one I make all the mistakes with because his birth order has put him in charge of all the firsts. The first to … read more»
Here is an example of how my nights looks here in BRK when cooking Paleo for Himself and me, and Non-Paleo for the rest of the team. It can be a pain at times, and … read more»
Sea Scallops are a great go-to on a busy week night when all you really want to do is sit down and stare at a wall, or punch someone in the throat. This meal comes … read more»
I like second chances, and back in the day before babies, when the hubs and I played golf together I took many mulligans- a second chance to get the shot right. I wish life had more … read more»
We are just at the beginning of barbecue season, and in fact had out first Cook Out Sunday night. Only burgers, but man it was awesome to be out there without having to wear fifty … read more»
cooking salon: how to make homemade cuppa noodle soups volume: 1 issue: 1.1 Well, well, well. Look who’s here. All the cool people. Thanks for subscribing to my very first Newsletter Cooking Salon where I … read more»
Is that not one of the most beautifully designed jars? It’s unique Marquis shape allows the jars to fit closely together in tight places such as the refrigerator, pantry shelves, or in a canning pot. … read more»
For a long time now I have been asking myself, “How can I help my readers get dinner on the table, or pack better lunches?” “Is BRK helping anyone?” So to give you my … read more»
Flat Mason. Because being stacked is sometimes overrated. Have a great day and always keep it glassy! For more Mason Jar Meals click here.… read more»
Today I bring you all a little sunshine, because we need it, don’t we? What a long and cold winter this has been, and the overcast days keep rolling in. Two weeks ago, I escaped … read more»
Although the Mason Jar Meal trend seems to be sputtering to an end in the media, it is still a way of life here in BRK. Going on three years now, we have enjoyed our … read more»
Miracle of miracles, all three kids liked this fish dish. The world can end now. Do you have that kind of family? One likes one thing, the other hates it, and round and round it … read more»
What on earth is Meat Night?” I asked my kids when they listed it as one of their preferred dinner menu themes. “Cheesesteaks! Burgers! Chicken, but good chicken! Steak!” they each shouted talking over … read more»
Usually when I have company for dinner, I like to make a special meal, especially an Italian dish because that is what I am good at cooking. But our company was coming over on a … read more»
After waving the white flag and asking the kids what kind of dinners they wanted, they came up with 7 Nights- Panini, Soup, Meat, Pasta, Tex-Mex, Pizza, and Fish (which really means to them … read more»
They won. Back in January we had a bad week here, a bad food week that is. I was happy eating healthy dishes, fresh vegetables, and the such, but the kids were fed up with … read more»
There’s nothing to it actually. Select some calming music, brew a cuppa, and start peeling some nice, crisp apples, it doesn’t really matter what kind so long as you choose the ones you like. Sometimes … read more»
Food in My Sling. This contraption is even more efficient than the brassiere in the function of crumb catching. I mean, it is only once in a stormy night that I find a lucky … read more»
Sung to “All the Single Ladies” One trick I have learned in all my years of cooking is that once an egg is added to a simple meal, one has a feast. For example, we … read more»
Last week I purchased this adorable Crock Pot Three Dip Server- I could not resist! We were invited to a Big Huge Super Bowl Party this Sunday and I knew I wanted to bring … read more»
Bummer! I had a very lady-like, super graceful fall on Sunday and thought I could pop right back up like a champion, but instead I sat frozen knowing I had dislocated my shoulder. Poop. Of … read more»
Cooking Tutorial: Greek, Niçoise, and Cobb Salad Last week I posted a reminder to myself about “Simplicity” and how I need to share more about my journey in seeking it. Did you know … read more»
I want to go back to the way things were before Food Blogs, Cooking Shows, and “Foodies.” When food was for filling pie holes and nourishing my family, instead of trying to wow them with fancy … read more»
Here is a fun and easy Entertaining idea. You know I love to share Hot Cocktail Bars with my guests, right? See my Rum Hot Cocktail Bar, and Christmas Hot Cocktail Bar. The other … read more»
Have you ever watched those old corny Doris Day and Cary Grant movies, especially “That Touch of Mink” when Cary Grant’s car drives by Doris Day and splashes mud all over her job interview suit, … read more»
This is the Life! The results of the Captain Morgan “Spice Up the Holidays” Challenge are in, but the rules got changed up a bit to the benefit of each bloggers’ Charity. You see originally, … read more»
HumanaVitality Recipe Refresh Challenge: Part 1 “No Small Thing” Chicago, my kind of razzmatazz! Let’s start this tale from the very beginning by letting you know that this trip almost did not happen for me. … read more»
Six food bloggers from around the country travel to Chicago to trash The Chopping Block, and finish the cooking competition with a burpee. At least that is what the headlines should have read. Wink. … read more»
Such an enchanted evening! What more can a gal ask for than to be surrounded by her family and closest friends? Oh and a touch of rum too. I was so chuffed to be able … read more»
Now you don’t think I would hand you a cocktail without feeding you, huh? In this Captain Morgan’s “Spice Up the Holidays” Challenge, 9 bloggers and I are to create 3 recipes- appetizer, cocktail, and … read more»
Red sky at night, sailor’s delight. Red sky in morning, sailor’s warning. What could be more delightful than a glass full of rum cheer? Tomorrow night is my big “Spice Up the Holidays” with Captain … read more»
What a wonderful journey! I have been CrossFitting for 3 years now, starting out on November 1, 2009 as a broken down, out of shape 42 year old. You can read my CrossFit story here… read more»
When I set the table like this last week for my family, my children said, “it looks like mom was in Germany.” He he. Through the Holiday season I am trying to keep life as … read more»
