A client and friend recently put me on to opening up a Medjool date and replacing the pit with a walnut…wow, a nutritious and delicious treat! So quick and easy too. And exchanging pecans further upgraded this indulgence…I know our pecan-farming clients in Georgia will appreciate that! This delicacy reminds me so much of one …
Sweet Potato Pie
Do you recall the words of poet, Shel Silverstein, “If I eat one more piece of pie, I’ll die! If I can’t have one more piece of pie, I’ll die! So since it’s all decided I must die, I might as well have one more piece of pie.” Well, here’s another kind of Pie Problem. …
Homemade Granola
For busy mornings, one of our favorite go-to breakfast foods is homemade granola. It’s easy to make ahead and gives us a nutritious start. Since you’re probably not interested in making enough for two meals for 10, this recipe is half of what I make. This is one of those easy and very flexible recipes. …
Fresh Lemonade
Fresh Lemonade, Anyone? Summertime is an awesome time. It’s not just the nice, warming sun but the summer activities are something to look forward to too… like swimming, volleyball, biking, picnics and all that fun stuff. Oh, and don’t forget the lemonade! Lemonade is not just a summer time favorite around here; it’s an all-time …
Pasta Salad
Our family’s favorite pick for a picnic is Pasta Salad. Hands down! And let me tell you, it’s not a salad reserved for picnics. Oh no. If ever I’m in a quandary about what to make for dinner…at least one person is likely to pipe up with “Pasta Salad”. It’s a summertime favorite because, so far, …
Teriyaki Chicken
It’s that time of year again when Americans turn to the grill. It doesn’t matter what’s on the grill….steaks, chicken, fish or summertime veggie medleys, there is excitement around the grill. And the McFie Family is no different. Seven years ago the kids bought dad a new grill for Father’s Day. They used the principles …