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  • IMPRESSIVE NORWAY

    Today we are in Trondheim which is Norway’s third largest city and nestled along the shores of the Trondheim Fjord in central Norway. Trondheim was established in the year 997 by Viking King Olay Tryggvson and later became Norway’s first capital. It is a vibrant city with a captivating blend of ancient charm and modern Continue reading

  • FIGS, FIGS and MORE FIGS

    FIGS, FIGS and MORE FIGS

    We wait all summer for the figs to get to the ripe stage and when they do, we have to pick them bright and early before the little fig thief gets them. Annoyingly he’ll eat several and then leave the pits all over the deck railing. ROQUEFORT CHEESECAKE WITH FIG PRESERVES Having a few friends Continue reading

  • OUR QUEEN OF THE NIGHT

    OUR QUEEN OF THE NIGHT

    Night Blooming Cereus All year long it looks like a half dead plant. Then Wow! It only happens once a year and for us it bloomed in late August. Miraculously our plant delighted us with two blooms this year – one week apart.  You never know when it will happen, so you just watch patiently everyday Continue reading

  • Cheesecake in a Loaf Pan

    Cheesecake in a Loaf Pan

    Nothing fancy needed here. Just a simple loaf pan and this quick and easy recipe. So handy to have when it’s just a few dinner guests. PREHEAT OVEN TO 325º9X5-INCH LOAF PAN LINED CRUST: 3 TBS BUTTER – melted1 TB SUGAR1 CUP GRAHAM CRACKER CRUMBS – or     Any of your favorite cookies made into crumbs½ TSP Continue reading

  • THE FEAST OF SAN GENNARO

    Cannoli, Sausage and Peppers Hero, Zeppolas…Mangia Tutti! HOLY CANNOLI, If you are fortunate enough to be in NYC any time between September 16th and the 24th, you must make a special pilgrimage to Little Italy, which has become sadly extremely little over the years as I have fond memories of going to Little Italy with my Continue reading

  • 23 Years Later…

    23 Years Later…

    THERE IS NOTHING MORE THAT I CAN SAY ON THIS DAY. I still mourn for my New York City. I mourn for all the lives lost. I mourn for the City that was. PRAY FOR OUR COUNTRY PRAY FOR OUR TROOPS PRAY FOR ALL THOSE WHO SERVE TO KEEP US SAFE. PRAY TO GOD TO Continue reading

  • Slow Cooker Cajun Ribs for Labor Day

    Slow Cooker Cajun Ribs for Labor Day

    It’s Labor Day Weekend the all-American holiday, the designated end to summer and a day to celebrate with family and friends. But mainly it is a day to recognize and celebrate the many contributions workers have made to America’s strength, prosperity and well-being! As we celebrate… Let’s Pray for Our TroopsHonor Our Flag AndAsk God to Continue reading

  • EGGPLANT MEAT CASSEROLE

    EGGPLANT MEAT CASSEROLE

    (My Very First Company Meal as a Young Bride) 1 lb Ground Beef Round6 Italian Mild Pork Sausages – removed from casing3 Tbs. Butter3 Onions – chopped2 C. Tomato Puree1/2 tsp. Basil 1/2 tsp. Oregano1/2 C. Chopped Yellow or Orange Pepper1 tsp. Salt Pinch of Freshly Ground Black Pepper1 Clove Garlic – crushed2 Eggplants – Continue reading

  • Pecan Pie Bread Pudding

    Pecan Pie Bread Pudding

    If you love pecan pie and you love bread pudding  this is a creamy delicious hit! PREHEAT OVEN TO 350º 16 OZ DAY OLD FRENCH  or ITAIAN CRUSTY BREAD2 CUPS WHOLE MILK1 CUP HALF & HALF5 EGGS – lightly beaten1 CUP SUGAR1 TSP VANILLA – or more to tastePINCH OF SALT½ CUP BUTTER – softened1 ½ Continue reading

  • LOBSTER OR CRAB QUICHE

    LOBSTER OR CRAB QUICHE

    An elegant quiche satisfyingly filled with chunks of lobster or crab. A great recipe and so well suited for a great brunch or midday meal. 1 TB BUTTER – unsalted 1 CELERY RIB – chopped 1 SHALLOT – minced 1 GARLIC CLOVE – minced ½ TSP CURRY POWDER ¼ tsp. FRESH PARSLEY – minced 2 Continue reading