Making a classic Italian bread salad is a nice way to use up those summer tomatoes.
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Shop The Peripheries Of The Supermarket And Stay Out Of The Middle
Shop the peripheries of the supermarket and stay out of the middle. Most supermarkets are laid out the same way. Processed food products dominate the center aisles of the store, while the cases of mostly fresh food (produce, meat, fish, dairy) line the walls, Keep to the edges of the store and you’ll be much […]
Tomatoes And Mozzarella
Make the most out of ripe summer tomatoes. Create delicious tomato, mozzarella, and basil salads for a fast and fresh summer side dish.
Homemade Whole Grain Pancake Mix
What on earth is sodium aluminum phosphate, anyway? When you make your own pancake mix you’ll know the ingredients that go into your mix.
In Season Stone Fruit
Stone fruit is at its peak during the summer. Look for fruit without any bruises, cuts, or soft spots. Peaches bruise easily – hold in the palm of your hand to check ripeness instead of squeezing. Give a sniff. Ripe fruit has a fragrant scent that makes you want to take a bit. Ripen peaches […]
Beer Soaked Sausages & Onions
I’ve never met a sausage that I didn’t like, but these are the best “in-bun” choice for your summer grilling. Go to recipes to find out how to makes this delicious summer treat. “Work With What You Got!” ©Tiny New York Kitchen © 2019 All Rights Reserved
Blueberry Muffin Mug Cake
You may substitute any berries for this delicious mug cake. “Work With What You Got!” ©Tiny New York Kitchen © 2019 All Rights Reserved
Precooking Ribs Before Grilling
To make delicious grilled baby back or spare ribs bake them a day or two in advance. Precooking ribs tenderizes the meat and shortens cooking time. Leave them in the refrigerator for a day or two after precooking them and the flavor develops even further. Remove ribs from refrigerator 1 hour before cooking and let […]
Freezing Basil
Fresh basil can be dried, but freezing holds the flavor better, and there are two easy methods. 1. Freeze Whole Leaves: Blanch basil leaves in boiling water for two seconds and immediately place in an ice bath. Dry the leaves completely, then place in a freezer-safe container, layered with parchment paper or wax paper, and […]
Tips from Victoria
Using Up Every Ingredient
I grew up in the Midwest where it was considered a mortal sin to waste food. The motto was “waste nothing and make the most of every ingredient.” Here are some ways for you and your family to make the most of ingredients that otherwise may make their way into the trash bin. Stewed Fruit does double duty as a topping for pancakes, waffles and ice cream while giving you a serving of fruit. Get started with apples and dried fruits. Read More
