Maui Part II

 When I last left you with my Vacation Recap, Frank and I were headed to Haleakala National Park.

C is for Cider Glazed Chicken Wings

These Cider Glazed Wings will be a great addition to your appetizer buffet if you are hosting a Super Bowl party, bringing a dish to a potluck, or just enjoying the game by yourself at home.

C is for Chicken and Cider......

Sunbonnet Cherry Banana Pie; A Book Review

My daughter, Amy, gifted me the novel "After OZ" for Christmas.  I brought it with me on my vacation and read it on the plane ride to California.

Cabbage Roll Soup #SundayFunday

This delicious, filling, healthy soup is like enjoying cabbage rolls with half the work.  It is creamy, savory, and satisfying.  Pure comfort food on a cold winter's day.

January is National Soup Month and the Sunday Funday Bloggers are joining in the celebration before the month ends.

First Week of Vacation Recap

Last Sunday we left the frigid temperatures of Michigan behind and flew to LA.  I wasn't sure that we would be able to land in LA because of the fires that have devastated California this month but when I called to change my flight they advised that all restrictions had been lifted.

Roast Pork Loin with Cherry Sauce #SundayFunday

Boneless Pork Loin Roast cooked to a perfect medium and topped with a savory cherry sauce.  A perfect comfort meal for a cold Sunday in January.

The Sunday Funday Bloggers are sharing Comfort Food Recipes.....

B is for Beans with a Bonus Book Review

This is a simple, delicious salad. A perfect side dish for the cold winter months when fresh produce is not at it's peak.  On the off-chance there are leftovers you can add a can of tuna and enjoy it for lunch the following day.

B is for Beans, Basil and Beautiful......

Banana Oat Pancakes #BreadBakers

These pancakes are made with oats in place of flour.  The batter incorporates banana and maple syrup for a touch of sweetness.

The Bread Bakers are using Ancient Grains in their recipes today.......

Arugula Salad with Pork #SundayFunday

Tender baby Arugula dressed in a Balsamic Vinaigrette that also glazes the Pork Tenderloin with which it is topped.

The Sunday Funday Bloggers are sharing Main Dish Salads today.............

Avocado and Bacon Bagel, a Book Review, and the Weekly Menu #LitHappens

I was inspired to make this bagel breakfast sandwich after reading Table for Six by Rosemary Willhide. The Bagel was delicious and the best thing that came from my reading this novel.

Village Chicken #EattheWorld

This delicious chicken stew takes only 3 ingredients and some seasonings.  Served over steamed rice it makes a complete one bowl meal.

We are traveling to Zambia today as we Eat the World......

Exploring a Dealcoholized Wine

So as the New Year begins I, as I'm sure many of you, think about taking better care of myself.  I work out several times a week, I walk daily, and I try to eat healthily for the most part.  But I DO like my wine and that wine turns immediately to sugar and belly fat.

I had been seeing and hearing more and more about non-alcohol and dealcoholized wines and decided to do some tasting research on my own.

Happy Epiphany~~Celebrating the 12th Day of Christmas

Today is the 12th Day of Christmas.  The Day we celebrate Epiphany, also known as Three Kings Day.  It is the day that Christ was revealed as the Light of the world.  

Fruit and Nut Bars for the 11th Day of Christmas #SundayFunday

These fruit and nut bars are chock full of nutrients, protein, and antioxidants.  They taste like you are eating a piece of candy.  Nutrition never tasted so good.

The Sunday Funday Bloggers are sharing Nutritious Nibbles today......

Cheese and Spinach Stuffed Shells for the 10th Day of Christmas

This delicious and easy casserole is perfect for a large, casual gathering making enough to serve 12 people when accompanied with salad and bread.  

More Repurposed Leftovers and The First Weekly Menu of 2025 for the 9th Day of Christmas

Well, the holidays are nearly over.  Here it is the 9th day of Christmas already.  I'm sharing another recipe using the leftovers from Christmas Day.  This Roasted Shrimp Fried Rice is simple to make and so good that you could serve it to guests without them ever realizing they are helping you use up the leftovers.

Ginger Garlic Chicken Soup and my First Book Review of 2025 for the 8th Day of Christmas

This bowl of soup is not only comforting it is healing.  Chicken soup, well known for it's healing qualities when you're not feeling well, gets an added boost with a healthy dose of ginger and garlic as well as antioxidants from spinach.

A is for Apples as we Ring in 2025 on the 7th Day of Christmas

This delicious, nutritious salad features apples both on the salad and in the dressing.