I finally have a burst of energy after being in a sucker-match with the virus for approximately 2 1/2 weeks if not longer. But I didn't know I had it; thought it was a spring allergy/spring cold. It intensified. I'm not over it yet; still have moments of wondering, "what the hell"... But today was okay for the most part of the day, considering. And guess what? I'm … [Read more...]
Stuffed Quail Eggs
"I'm counting my 'quails' before they hatch." I'm all about the classic "quail" of a retro-southern winter holiday with a hearty hors d'oeuvre in mind. And, Dear, might I say-- December 1 is warm in the south today!-- superb for stuffed quail eggs. Since I've got Bloody Marys in the works, this will do fine-- the heat of the pickled jalapenos and red peppers inside … [Read more...]
Deviled Eggs Garnished with Lettuce Blooms
Deviled Eggs Garnished with Lettuce Blooms, exclusively Skirt in the Kitchen Let some of the lettuce in your garden go to seed, allowing to bloom with its flowers, while you harvest the rest for salads, sandwiches, and deviled eggs. Use a little of all 3, each having a difference: Dry mustard, Dijon, and regular picnic mustard-- the standard hotdog mustard. A good … [Read more...]