Sunday Supper, Blueberry Corn Bake

Blueberry and Corn Casserole from Miz Helen’s Country Cottage caught my eye recently and I put it on my bucket list of recipes to make for August The texture is softer and lighter than cornbread, yet it’s firmer than a traditional creamy casserole So I call it Blueberry Corn Bake This recipe is so versatile, … Continue reading

Tablescapes, Blueberry Summer

Blueberries, lemons, & limes… It is definitely good ole Summertime! There’s something about the colors yellow, lime and blue When they’re all paired together, it sings Summer to me, does it to you? It’s too hot and buggy on the patio Indoor dining is the way to go Hydrangeas, alstromerias, mums, and green berries that … Continue reading

Take-out Tuesday, Blueberry Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps

This really is a “Take-out Tuesday,” a wrap made with a favorite chicken salad from a local cafe One of my besties brought over some of our favorite chicken salad, which we enjoyed on fresh brioche buns To my delight, she insisted that I keep the remaining chicken salad, which I quickly tucked into the … Continue reading

Recipe Box, Flavor of the Month Round-up

Once again, thank you thank you for your prayers and sweet comments…I promise I am doing ok, I am back in the “city” taking care of the non fun things, and am with HHjr and his boys.  There is nothing better for my psyche than a busy house full of noisy hungry boys… Blueberry is … Continue reading

Take-out Tuesday, Wild Rice Salad with Corn, Peas & Blueberries

This salad is a nice change from pasta or potato salad It’s not mayonnaise based so it’s great for picnics and summer gatherings I used the Minute brand Brown & Wild ready to serve rice which comes in individual cups that you microwave for 90 seconds Then I mixed in sugar snap peas,  microwaved in … Continue reading

Take-out Tuesday, Blueberry Bacon Biscuit Bake

Here is an “easier than pie” breakfast casserole that has it all~ Blueberries, eggs, bacon, biscuits and cheese…something for everyone! Once the bacon is cooked you can easily prep this in 5 minutes Cut the biscuits into 1/8s Whisk the eggs with milk and season Toss in the biscuit pieces Everybody in the pool! Stir … Continue reading

Holidays, Flag Day Red White and Blueberry Crostata

Happy Flag Day! Get out your red white and blueberries! You can whip this up in no time to enjoy today! This is the SECRET, brush the pastry liberally with almond extract You will swoon with delight when you taste this! Wave a flag! You might also want to try this with peaches as in … Continue reading

Holidays, Happy Mother’s Day!

I think May is my favorite month, the beginning of summer, the Kentucky Derby, Cinco de Mayo, Mother’s Day, the end of school, Memorial day~ so many things to celebrate!! So whether you’re being served breakfast in bed or you are the one doing the serving, here’s a round-up of favorite summer breakfast and brunch … Continue reading

Recipe Box, Savory Plum Tart with Parmesan Pecan Crust

I really should have named this “These are a few of my Favorite Things”… Sometimes I get an overwhelming urge to cook, and head to the kitchen to see what’s on hand It is sort of a game I play, creating a dish out of what I have, without making a list and going to … Continue reading

Recipe Box, Election Night Menu

Election Day is almost here!  Pop the champagne! In an effort to stay politically correct here, I have chosen dishes for election day that are All- American, and symbolic of politics in general, not just one of the parties. Please leave a comment at the end of this post and VOTE for the dish that … Continue reading