August 2010

Labor Day Sausage Recipes

August 31, 2010 Dinner
Labor Day Sausage Recipes

Here in Wisconsin, people love sausage … and brats … and don’t forget the hot dogs. I guess that’s what happens when you’re home to some of the largest sausage companies – Johnsonville, Klements, Usingers. I mean, we have sausage races at Brewer baseball games! So, with Labor Day coming up, you can imagine all [...]

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Kitchen Finds: Zoku Quick Pop Maker

August 31, 2010 Kitchen Finds
Kitchen Finds: Zoku Quick Pop Maker

I know summer is almost over, but I have to tell you about this awesome Zoku Quick Pop Maker! One of my friends received this as a birthday present from her parents. She’s obsessed with popsicles. Anyway, this little guy freezes ice pops in seven minutes! Plus, it makes everything from regular ice pops to [...]

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Kitchen Finds: Jme Pantry Collection

August 30, 2010 Kitchen Finds
Kitchen Finds: Jme Pantry Collection

Over the weekend I was browsing through Williams-Sonoma shopping for a wedding present. As I was walking through the store, I came across a display for the new Jme Pantry Collection. A lover of anything Jamie Oliver, I was curious. Turns out Jamie has collaborated with different artisans and producers to create a unique and, [...]

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Skewer Away : 10 Tasty Kabob Recipes for Labor Day

August 30, 2010 Dinner
Skewer Away : 10 Tasty Kabob Recipes for Labor Day

It’s almost here, the last big weekend of summer. I can’t believe the season has gone by so quickly! Over the past week, I’ve been planning a menu for a little shindig I’m having. I’ve got everything set expect for the main course. Sure, I can serve my guests the usual Labor Day fare of [...]

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Small Plate : Tasty Recipes I Can’t Wait to Make

August 30, 2010 Recipes
Small Plate : Tasty Recipes I Can’t Wait to Make

Happy Monday! I’ve been scouring the web for some tasty treats for us to try.  Here’s what I’ve found: Not Without Salt: Blueberry Butter Serious Eats: Chorizo-Crisped Potatoes with Pearl Onions and Whole Garlic Picky Palate:  Blueberry, Caramel and White Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies Steamy Kitchen: Fall of the Bone Baby Back Ribs with Sweet Chili [...]

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How to Make a Flower Pie Crust

August 27, 2010 Dessert
How to Make a Flower Pie Crust

One of the great things about summer is the large amount of fresh fruit available. When I go to the market, the fresh peaches, plump cherries, delicate plums, and tart blueberries overwhelm me. So much fruit! So many recipes! Currently, I’m in a pie phase. I love bringing home peaches and transforming them into hot [...]

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Foodie Friends: The Novice Chef

August 27, 2010 Foodie Friends
Foodie Friends: The Novice Chef

Jessica Segarra, the genius behind the blog The Novice Chef, loves to cook. On her blog, she talks about all things delicious – like these scrumptious 100 Grand Cupcakes. I recently interviewed Jessica about her love for food and her blog, The Novice Chef. LHR : What was your inspiration behind The Novice Chef? JS: [...]

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Homemade Fudge Pops

August 26, 2010 Dessert
Homemade Fudge Pops

Summertime is the perfect time for fudge pops, don’t you think? Sitting out under the warm sun, licking a fudge pop while listening to little children run wildly through the sprinkler. If only I didn’t have to work all day … The end of summer is coming. So, I think we should eat fudge pops [...]

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How to Make Stuffed Burgers

August 25, 2010 Dinner
How to Make Stuffed Burgers

With Labor Day quickly approaching, I’ve been working on putting together a fantastic menu for my end of summer party.  One of the recipes I’ve had my eye on is the Paul Bunyan burger. These burgers just look amazing. Plus, they’re stuffed with bacon, mushrooms and cheese. Yum. But, I’m worried about making stuffed burgers. [...]

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Kitchen Finds : The Picnic Basket

August 25, 2010 Kitchen Finds
Kitchen Finds : The Picnic Basket

Yep, I’m back on the picnic wagon again. With only a few more weeks of summer, I really think we should all grab the nearest picnic basket and head outdoors. Before the weather turns on us! With that thought in mind, I’ve scoured the web and found what I consider to be the top 5 [...]

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