I’m not Cajun, but I love the seasoning! There is something deeply satisfying about this seasoning mix. It’s pleasant on the tongue and comforting in the belly, imparting an overall calm feeling after eating a meal. That may sound like hyperbole, but from my perspective, it’s the gospel. I’d go so far as to say…
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Ode to the Garlic Press
My life changed (for the better) when I bought a garlic press, and now I can’t live without one! As an inexperienced cook, whenever a recipe called for minced garlic I knew it was going to be an exasperating experience. As much as I love garlic, peeling and mincing the cloves took a long time and…
Top 5 Reasons to Use an Electric Pressure Cooker
Pressure cookers have been around for a long time and I know people who have cooked with one their entire life. To them, using a pressure cooker is nothing out of the ordinary, just another tool to put dinner on the table. But to me, a pressure cooker is both marvelous and scary at the…
Primal Mayo Giveaway – Win yours today!
There’s a new mayo in town, and it’s healthy! New from Primal Kitchen – a mayo with only 5 ingredients: Avocado Oil, Organic Pasteurized Eggs, Organic Egg Yolks, Organic Vinegar, and Salt. Enter to win a jar. But hurry, offer ends January 7, 2015. Privacy Policy and Disclosures
Homemade Taco Seasoning
There is something really satisfying about making your own seasoning mix. You can make it in bulk, you know exactly what’s in it and you can customize it to your satisfaction. Of all the spices I use, this mix is my favorite. I adore taco night when I use this seasoning. It’s so easy to…
Homemade Seasoned Salt
Seasoned salt is so versatile – it can be used on beef, pork, poultry, vegetables, and the list goes on… Personally, I use this seasoned salt on baked sweet potato fries. The great thing about making your own seasoned salt is that you know exactly what’s in it. There are no preservatives, flavor enhancers, etc….
Basic Chili
This basic chili is a real family pleaser. Make it as spicy or mild as you like by adjusting the chili powder and cayenne pepper. The best thing about making chili is that the leftovers are so good! Try it over a baked potato. Basic Chili Save Print Prep time 15 mins Cook time…
Get the most out of fresh Ginger
Do you love using fresh ginger in recipes but have given up buying it because by the time you get around to using it, it’s gotten moldy? That happened to me too many times! I finally gave up on fresh ginger because it was just too much trouble to keep on hand. But, there is…