Want to use your leftover zucchini and eggplant? Here's a suggestion. Bake a quiche and freeze it! Zucchini Quiche* 4 c thinly sliced zucchini (cut away large seeds if large zucchini) 1 large onion, thinly sliced 3 tbsp butter 2 eggs 2 tsp each salt, garlic powder, dried basil, and dried … [Read more...]
Cinco de Mayo – Hominy
Tomorrow, May 5th, Cinco de Mayo, is a day many schools and communities celebrate here in the U.S., as well as in Mexico. Often mistaken as Mexico’s celebration of independence, it actually is intended to celebrate the Battle of Puebla. It has, however, become more of a fun holiday that celebrates … [Read more...]
Cinco de Mayo – Chile Rellenos
Sunday, May 5th is the annual celebration of Cinco de Mayo -- a celebration of the Mexican way of life and its importance to the continued survival of the Monarch butterfly. See Cinco de Mayo May 5th. As some of you already know, John and I spent the first seven years of our life in New Mexico … [Read more...]
Enchiladas New Mexico-style
Today is National Tequila Day
I just became aware that today, July 24th, is National Tequila Day. I couldn't find anything about how it came to be, but apparently it is. So, here's to tequila! One of my favorite alcoholic beverages. Donna's Margaritas 1 can frozen limeade 3 cans water 2 cans gold tequila … [Read more...]
Deviled Eggs
Now that the Easter day celebration is over, it's time to do something with those leftover eggs. One of my favorite uses for hard boiled eggs is Deviled Eggs. (Egg Salad isn't far behind!) Over the years I've perfected my recipe (although it's always slightly different in taste....) and I thought … [Read more...]