Missouri Wine
Ste. Genevieve, Missouri … [Read more...]
Polaris Halloween
Dressing up my cats-- 'cause I'm still such a girl. In my best witch voice, "Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha... " Polaris in costume, such a trooper! … [Read more...]
Classroom Discussion
Whoopie Pumpkin Pies
Whoopie Pumpkin Pies ~ ~ adapted from the Neelys ~ Set oven to 400. Line parchment paper on baking sheets, bake cookies 3 inches apart. Beat 1 stick unsalted butter (softened) and 1 1/4 cups sugar until light. Beat in 1 large egg, then 1 cup buttermilk at room temperature, and 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract. Whisk together 1 3/4 cups flour, 3/4 cup … [Read more...]
Mozzarella Jalapeno Beef Patties (“Popper Burgers”)
This is my son's creation, similar to one of our plate of patties for sandwiches that we have previously featured on Skirt in the Kitchen. Guess that would be because he's been around our cooking for such a while now, in the kitchen with us, right with us here-- loving every bite! But he's geared for cooking, gets it naturally. Mozzarella Jalapeno Beef Patties ("Popper … [Read more...]
Remembering Patrick Swayze ~ September 2009
Boston Potluck (Boston Butt, Roasted Root Vegetables, Tomato Soup Cake)
The aroma flowing through the house this time of year, cooking these foods, is the most inviting and mouth-watering anticipation. It says everything about Fall-- enjoy the bountiful harvest.Boston Potluck Roast ~~ Skirt in the Kitchen ~Have meat at room temperature, oven set to 250 degrees Fahrenheit. Trim fat, leaving a little on the meat.Marinate the Boston … [Read more...]
All Things Vintage and Creepy
Are you a Frankenstein kind of gal? If you're a male reading this, is your wife/girlfriend-- a Frankenstein kind of gal?-- If so, you'd/she'd be happy, content in my kitchen with the likes of my finds... I like a little rust somewhere. I'm not afraid of dirt, but I do clean THAT!-- hopefully more often as I collectively utilize my clock time, giving myself … [Read more...]
Sticky Buns
Baked with Danish Dough, these cinnamon rolls (sticky buns) keep moist 2 to 3 days later, after they are made-- unlike other recipes for cinnamon rolls/sticky buns that become dry after 1 day being baked. These are buttery good, and there usually won't be any left-- You'll want to make and bake these again.Sticky Buns ~~ adapted from sono ~Rest in a small bowl 5 teaspoons … [Read more...]